Patrick Higgins

A genre-bending new reality series unlike anything else on television, "The Quest," combines harrowing and intense competition challenges, narrative storytelling and cutting-edge special effects and prosthetics to conjure an immersive fantasy environment. 12 real people, pulled from their everyday lives, are transported to a fantasy world where they are declared Paladins, defenders of a noble cause. The Paladins must compete to save the besieged kingdom of Everealm, but only one will prevail and earn the right to be called the One True Hero.

With the first Paladin banished from Everealm during the premiere episode, news comes from the battlefield that Verlox and his dark army inch ever closer to Saenctum's walls. The Paladins are called on to display their field skills under Queen Ralia's scrutiny. On horseback, the Paladins must go through a number of tasks to prepare them for battle. Who will crack under the pressure and be sent to the Fates? Who will be the next to be banished from Everealm?

Sir Ansgar increases pressure on the nine remaining Paladins (aka contestants) as he prepares them for the realities of war. Armed with wit, physical power or agility, each Paladin possesses unique strengths, but will they be prepared for the unexpected twist as they fight for survival? Saenctum explodes with excitement and a formidable warrior emerges, but three of the Paladins must be further tested in a bone shattering competition before the Fates.

A spy sent from the dark army infiltrates the castle. A demanding physical challenge tests both the focus and the diligence of the Paladins. While some succeed, others are left empty handed. Patience is tested in the challenge before the Fates, ultimately leaving only six Paladins to continue the quest to be named the "One True Hero."

The clock is ticking for the remaining contestants (a.k.a. Paladins) of ABC's reality-based competition series as the beloved Queen Ralia's life hangs in the balance. After the Vizier exhausts his powers, only the 10 remaining Paladins can save her from certain death. A frightening forest dweller holds the key, but it is the Paladins who must rely on physical stamina, intelligence and resourcefulness to ensure the Queen's survival and ensure their own in Saenctum.