The Ark hummed quietly as it sailed through hyperspace, its damaged hull patched up after the brutal battle on Krelos-9. The crew, worn and battered from their last mission, gathered in the common area for a brief moment of respite. But despite the temporary calm, the weight of the galaxy's war was heavier than ever.
Ethan sat at the head of the table, his face set in grim determination as he reviewed the latest reports. The Cosmic Empire was on the move, launching full-scale invasions on multiple fronts. His connection to the Rebellion's command network had given him a front-row seat to the devastation, and now, their home, Earth, was the next target.
