The unending silence of deep space was shattered by the arrival of a host of fighters. They were small and streamlined, each with two Thundersight blasters fitted to the underside and a thin tailfin on the back. The ships belonged to the Disciples of Vradok, a group of ritualistic terrorists devoted to an all-powerful - even in death - deity, and their mission was simple - find New Krano Nui and destroy it. So far, their search had been unsuccessful. "Over." "Hordika Squadron, this is the OSV Shadow Plague. Prepare to dock at Hangar Bay Twelve. Over and out."