In search of kings Corwin and Random, the Royal Rebmian Fleet hopes to return a sense of order and stability to the uneasy Republic now inflicted with external and internal threats, while the two Senate factions vie for attention, and Amber and Rebma test an alliance in the face of ancient hatred and mistrust.

Leading the fleet is none other that the Rebmian flagship, The Queen Moire. Also known as The Leviathan, this 99-decker of military fury is said to be the largest and most capable ship in Rebma's fleet, it is a symbol of her quiet majestic power. For some in Rebma, the departure of this ship could mean the old ways of Rebma are sailing away into the unknown leaving Queen Xanieas to shape Rebma's future without the trappings of her mother's shadow.