The Huns Part V: As the Hunnic Empire expands, the Gokturks ascend to power, causing conflict between the fused families. Arielle starts to doubt her ability to lead her people as she continues to encounter resistance from the Sassanians. To assist with the ongoing conflict, Xena abandons her sword and takes on a political role to help prevent the Empire from collapsing.

Sequel to Murder of The Nightingale: The former mercenary is estranged in a foreign land, trapped with the enemy she was supposed to kill. Trying so hard to start anew, she finds herself stuck in the same vicious cycle. Now in the hands of the Steppe Conqueror, she learns why her former target is the most hated woman in the Roman Empire.