The Swiftwind is offered sanctuary on a hostile world. Their samaritans have an inhealthy interest in the wellbeing of the crew. The captain makes a harsh decision that will divide the crew
On the run from the danger the new galaxy poses, the Swiftwind is struck by crippling inter-dimensional forces. An away team must explore this dimension and seek help from an omnipotent xenophobic race.
The crew are taken hostage and their worst fears come true. Meanwhile an officer has withheld vital information about their mission that could change their entire focus.
As one crew member has an astounding transformation the crew realize that the only way to escape destruction is to use an immoral weapon. Can they find another option or can they learn to live with using it?
Receiving some welcome R&R the Swiftwind visits a space station where a secret trade starts a chain of events that will propel the crew into the middle of an age old war.