Emrael Ire is a student of war with lofty ambitions, despite being so poor his boots are more hole than leather. He and his talented younger brother Banron work hard to build themselves a better life at the Citadel, a school that specializes in infusori Crafting and military arts. Their lives are shattered when the power-hungry Lord Governor of the neighboring province invades the school, capturing many of the students - including Ban. Emrael escapes but can't leave his brother behind. Emrael will sacrifice anything to save Ban, but will that be enough?