The new emperor Alekian decides to restore the empire within its old borders, or even expand it, if possible. At any cost, stopping at nothing. And this doesn't suit everyone else. The empire is challenged by the ruler of Geva, Geznur, and his allies. The elves strengthen the borders of the newly conquered territories. There is a split in the camp of the dwarves - Gravellin Silver decided to unite with the human highlanders, and not fight with them, as King Grabedor dreamed. And, of course, this world needs the intervention of the demon king Yngvi, the former engineer Ivolgin.