In a new world dominated by political geniuses, those that formerly revelled in the power of their arts were forgotten, slowly losing their fame. As the Age of Peace comes to an end, a certain Darkin Blade, allied with several of the most powerful figures of ancient, seek to restore the chaos in the Age of War. In the face of such, only the greatest duelists can hope to prevent it.

The sagas of the Freljord speak of a legendary warrior, under the imposement of self-exile that committed deeds beyond the might of mortals. His bloodlust was insatiable, and his strength unrivalled throughout the Freljord. This is his tale, and how he came to be.

Witness the Eternal Nightmare's initiation into the Institute of War, and his adventures within.

Hecarim remembers a faint piece of memory from his past, one that beckons to him. As he journeys to rediscover his past as a Darkin warrior, he discovers the sacrifices he had made. But was it truly worth it, forsaking his humanity to become the living incarnation of war? Would the Shadow of War turn his back on the Shadow Isles, his source of power, and embrace his humanity?