Tulan

A seasoned space admiral, raised under a strict code of obedience, now faces a council that demands surrender. When the Council of Four orders him to deliver crews to the hostile planet Coar, he must choose between blind loyalty and the survival of his people. Haunted by the loss of his mentor and the weight of centuries‑long dreams, he wrestles with duty, grief, and the looming threat of a new weapon that could tip the balance of the war.

As the first light of dawn finds him drafting desperate orders, his trusted adjutant Jezef offers quiet support, while a strained video call with his family reveals the personal cost of command. The admiral’s resolve hardens; he plans a daring mission to Coar, hoping to negotiate peace while preparing his fleet for a possible showdown. The early hours set the stage for a tense clash of strategy, honor, and the fragile hope of redemption.