The universe is rich. The universe is vast. The universe is full of secrets. A huge number of worlds somehow coexist in it. A huge number of races influence its development... 5 years have passed. The confrontation continues. The game of advance fails and the unknown enemy wins almost every turn, inflicting painful blows to the empire. Norian and Ngarud graduated from their academies. Ngarud is off on his first exploration, and Norian is on his first order while in Imperial service. Admiral Argon Makaria is looking for old Thorian research, while Admiral Saredos continues to lead intelligence and confront the enemy. Meanwhile, a secret enemy begins to appear and strikes the first crushing blow ...