In 1938—amid the waning days of an empire—Kaiser Xavier Apollo II struggles to maintain his fractured dominion. On the battlefields of the Colslavic countryside, he oversees a relentless war to reclaim lost territory, balancing the weight of a crumbling economy, rising inequality, and discontent at home. As generals and political aids argue over strategy and political alliances falter, Xavier must confront his deepest fears—not only about the empire's future but about his legacy. Through the eyes of soldiers, statesmen, and civilians alike, Kingmaker explores the harsh realities of war, the fragile ambitions of power, and the human cost of empire. From the bloody trenches of Hill 331 to the opulent halls of the imperial court, this is a story of loyalty, betrayal, and the choices that shape history. Will Xavier's vision for the Tykan Empire lead to its rebirth, or will it doom his nation to ruin? With its vivid characters and intricate world-building, Kingmaker immerses readers in a gripping tale of conflict and consequence.