Even in a nation of honour, there are those who seek glory above all else.Akira Oui, advisor to Khanil Miku Juharu and one of Khavel's newest leaders, is a man of dignity and wisdom. Youthful among his peers, yet aged amongst others, he knows there is trouble beneath Khavel's surface, but he does not know where it lies. While his loyalties lie with those who have cared for him, his ultimate trust is in his nation, and his ultimate goal is prosperity and success. So when Khavel is threatened with civil war, as the nation threatens to split beneath the tyrannical Khanil's wrath, Akira must decide between leading the rebellion or siding with his former mentor and close friend. And in a nation disdaining the bloodshed of brothers, civil conflict is not as simple as it may seem, as military victories come second to the power of reputation. And with the external forces of Gratsinmorn and Shadinara creating further complications, attempts at societal reform in the western nation are stunted, and Akira may find himself in need of allies, even if their reputations have yet to begun.Can the newly appointed Foltinu, leader of Khavel's youngest clan, challenge Miku Juharu's near-insurmountable might, gathering the support of his nation for his cause, or will he join the tyrant for the peace of his nation?