Without any warning, life can change in a moment...He is back! War is back in Palmara. Robuto and his Humanot forces have mysteriously returned after six years of silence. During his time away, Robuto carefully crafted an ingenious plan to destroy the Ninjateers once and for all, and it may push him to make a decision he may regret. Govant is ordered on a mission that will take him and his friends into the depths of enemy territory. Not only will he face off against the Humanots; he must also balance being a Ninjateer and a husband, while battling against the demons of his past, present, and future. The Shroud of Darkness has fallen over Palmara. The people are losing their faith in the Ninjateers. Despite this, Captain Thydon issues orders for the Ninjateers to defend Palmara at all costs. But for some, the cost may be too great...