After the Britannian Empire invades Japan in search of Kira, Light finds himself in the perfect position to find the true names of the Nobility: Ashford Academy. Enter Lelouch, a chessboard, and a clash of philosophy.

Lelouch had been quite happy with his life. Sure they were living in obscurity, but he and Nunnally were safe. All of that changes however, when his identity is revealed and Lelouch is forced back into the fold of the Imperial family.

For three hundred years, Lord Scourge has lived under a curse imposed upon him during his time serving as the Emperor's executioner. Now he is a fugitive, teamed in an uneasy alliance with a talented Twi'lek Jedi. Against the Council's advice, Tal'ilavi attempts to cure Scourge, willing to risk the consequences of restoring a powerful Sith to his full potential.