For many years Ulysia has been ruled by king Marcorius. One of his Highlords, Tsavong Lah planned to seize control for himself. He kidnapped the king and tried to murder him two years ago. Marcorius managed to escape and had to flee to the Unknown Regions. Although Tsavong Lah has become powerful, he doesn't control the whole kingdom. He had to battle Talon Karrde, one of the most loyal friends if the king and Baldorion the Splendid, who has taken a big share of the fallen pieces.