Friedhof has fallen, and a horde of monsters bears down on the imperial capital. The Vanir Triumvirate sweeps in from the west under the command of a vengeful princess. The Demiurgos walks Soleil once more, wearing Emperor Artheus's face. As the Grantzian Empire faces its darkest hour, Liz gathers her allies to weather the coming storm. Ancient oaths will be honored and ancient truths revealed as sides are drawn for the final battle. And as Hiro schemes to overthrow the heavens themselves, the Warmaiden prepares for her most audacious coup yet...