The Prophet of Truth had ordered nearly all the Covenant's naval forces to the Epsilon Erandi System. Covenant forces were sent to invade all areas of the system, but most importantly Reach, the UNSC's military stronghold and location of a Sacred Artifact. Reach was not Xzan Tamasee's target however. The Admiral and his Fleet were tasked with the destruction of Tribute. This mission was different. The Admiral had to perform to his utmost ability, for the Prophet of Disdain was aboard the Crusading Spirit Fleet's flagship, the Supercarrier Transcending Light. Disdain will be there to watch over every move the Admiral makes, should he falter in duty or fail to please the Gods, he would surely be put to death.