Docked high above the homeworld of logic and tradition, a new era begins aboard the starship Century, a ship that serves as a symbol of the Federation’s enduring legacy and its future aspirations, a ship that has sacrificed so much in the defence of the core world of Vulcan. With the Vaadwaur assault still fresh in the memory, the repair and refit of the Constitution III-class starship nears completion, her new captain and crew arriving at the 40 Eridani shipyards for a moment of celebration and solemn remembrance.

With dignitaries from across the quadrant in attendance for the re-dedication ceremony, events take a turn when whispers of unrest ripple through the gathering. Rumours of unrest within the Thomar Expanse begin to surface as rivals, old and new, turn their attention to Starfleet and their response to the Vaadwaur invasion. With the Blackout no longer in effect and orders to reinforce Task Force 47 and its commanders, Captain Kael must unify his newly assembled crew to navigate dangerous political undercurrents and prepare Century for the storm ahead…