The Emperor of Nihon-Ja

Horace has gone missing after a military mission to Nihon-Ja, prompting Evanlyn, Will, Alyss, and Halt to embark on a journey to find him. They discover that Horace is caught in the midst of Nihon-Ja’s political turmoil, with Will and Horace working to rally local farm and forest workers against a rebellious warrior sect. Meanwhile, Alyss and Evanlyn face their differences and seek help from a secretive mountain community, as they navigate the complexities of loyalty and alliance.