A million years ago...
Our ancestors reached into space - and met a powerful alien race that smashed them back into the Stone Age. Now mankind has again begun building a star empire - but this time with a certain knowledge that, somewhere, those Others still excist, waiting. But not all of the planets under empire rule are willing to accept the discipline needed for the constant vigilance. One the fringes of the Galaxy lies the rebellious planet of Shinar, a proud young world that may become the weak link that the Others have been waiting for. Star Watchman Emil Vorgens has his assignment : stop the Shinar revolt - before it's too late.