The Clans’ community begins a crusade to revive the Star League—planned long ago by Alexander Kerensky (the father-founder of the Clans). Legionnaires of highly professional soldiers and ultra-modern technology invade the Inner Sphere. Their goal is Terra.
Joanna’s Confederation—Falcon’s Guard—gets trapped in an ambush by spheroid forces, suffers enormous losses, and discredits itself in the eyes of the other Kree—hawks. Joanna remains alive by miracle.
Over time, Eiden Pride became a well-known combat officer. He takes part successfully in the Invasion, winning one victory after another. Eiden’s bond with the Horseman, despite his damaged status, is a long-standing friendship—they continue to serve together.