The war with the Colandran Empire has lasted more than a generation for the Families. Now the end might be in view. They have allies, they have a commander. All it will take is this last effort. The Colandran Emperor is ready. The final battle will be fought where he has the advantages, and when he dictates. Victory is still possible. If he wins this battle he will have broken the main strength of his external enemies (he has a simple solution for his internal enemies). With his enemies broken, there will be nothing to stop him.