Seth Stroud, revered as the human war god, is confronted abruptly by Union forces accusing him of colluding with the enemy, sabotaging relations with demons, and killing Union officials. Despite his denials and an offer to protect the Zenith Alliance in exchange for leadership, Seth is branded a traitor and faces on-the-spot execution orders. His loyal followers rally to defend him, declaring anyone who attacks Seth an enemy. Just as the confrontation reaches a deadly peak, news breaks that the demon army has breached the border walls, forcing an immediate shift in their dire situation.