The Treaty between Draconia and the Earth Union is in shreds. The experimental colony of Hatching, a product of that Treaty, is to be removed from Draconia. Varthikes and Audwin's dream of a peaceful co-existence between their two kinds seem to be lost. Forces from Earth are closing in to avenge what is believed to have been an unprovoked attack on the colony. Norseen forces are also closing. Renegade Draconians still remain to ensure all aliens are repelled from their world. Enemies are everywhere.
Hope still exists, however. Captain Mark Johnson of the United Earth Space Fleet is determined to defend Draconia against all threats—Norseen and Human. Malcon Ambassador Cairleeta has devised a plan to save Draconia and the colony. But, ultimately, it is up to Varthikes and Audwin, and the power of their friendship, to ensure their home survives the Norseen invasion to be rehatched.