
Rowan Hawke's brother is murdered in a conspiracy between the Imperial Court and the Northern Tribes. She raises an army, overthrowing corrupt officials and a prince. Uncovering the emperor's plot, Rowan Hawke establishes her own nation, conquering nations like the Wa Kingdom, the Chu Kingdom, and the Northern Tribes. She passes the throne to her nephew, Aiden Hawke. Aiden expands territory and rules.