The winds of war sweep across Novanalba, and everyone must take a side.

As the Ironfrost Horde marches south, Tonbura prepares its defenses. Now a militia officer, Eric and his party are on the frontline, fighting tooth and nail to protect the village and its denizens. But words are weapons, and the king plays a dangerous game.

Caught between two factions, Eric must make a choice, and soon. For the fate of Novanalba hangs in the balance.