Insignia

Tom Raines dreams of significance but leads a shadowy, uncertain life with his gambler father. His skills in virtual reality catch the attention of an elite military academy, offering him a chance at greatness and the opportunity to join the Intrasolar Forces in a future war. Life at the Pentagonal Spire promises new friendships, romance, and purpose, but also raises thought-provoking questions about the cost of merging humanity with technology.