When young prince Alexander's father is killed in mysterious circumstances he finds the reins of power thrown into his hands and the weight of a nation resting upon his shoulders. Sensing the nation's weakness, the ferocious neighbouring countries on each side of the princedom raise armies and march on the capital, while traitors within his own empire attempt to poison and dethrone Alexander at his wedding feast. Trapped with no choice other than to fight or meekly surrender and face annihilation, Alexander launches into one of the most desperate and bloodthirsty military campaigns in history.