The heavy mantle of empire has suddenly fallen on King Saxthor's shoulders. As new Emperor of the Powterosian Empire and King of Neuyokkasin, he alone is responsible for restoring order and prosperity across three quarters of the shattered world. But unknown rival kingdoms stand on the vast borders. Though his imperial crown is absolute, with his sudden ascension the old order ferments beneath him. Amid this political turmoil, Saxthor is torn between his love for Dagmar and his state responsibility to ensure future stability through an heir connected with the previous dynasty. And then there is the Dark Lord, whom even death cannot subdue...