Imperative

The aftermath of the war with the Arduans sees many of the once-hostile invaders now integrated as citizens of the Rim Federation, yet significant tensions remain, especially with the unyielding warrior caste led by Admiral Amunsit. As diplomatic efforts aim to ease hostilities, veteran admiral Ian Trevayne and young troubleshooter Ossian Wethermere uncover a potentially catastrophic Arduan conspiracy that threatens the stability of the Pan-Sentient Union and interstellar civilization.