'The March of the Black Queen'

The Sage Rashidi, perhaps driven by madness, assassinated his former friend King Gran Zenobia and joined with Empress Endora, leader of the northern highlands, to wage war on four kingdoms.

The overpowering military of the highland legions took but a year to subdue the whole continent and the Zeteginean Empire was born.

The rule of the Empire was a pure regime of terror. merciless persecution was directed against the loyal survivors of the old kingdoms and those who would escape tyranny. The hearts of the people were troubled by secrets and betrayals and much blood was spilt upon the land.

Imperial Year 24

Here on the frontiers of Sharom, the last survivors of the Knights of Zenobia were planning the final challenge . . .