In 1545, the Kirgard kingdom has spent years squabbling with the State Union of Zelmony over Helman Island — but this time the plan is a full invasion of Zelmony territory, not just a border dispute. Colonel Daniel Vinyard leads the surprise assault alongside two people he has known since childhood: the newly promoted General Jovian Knight and Colonel Angel Windsor. Before the campaign ends, the friendship between the three will face a test that none of them anticipated.