The Federation President attempts to continue peaceful diplomatic relations with the Romulan Star Empire and a new Starfleet Commander and Chief is named. Meanwhile, the U.S.S. Osiris prepares for her maiden voyage when they are given an emergency diplomatic mission. Captain Kieran Bale and his crew will soon find themselves caught up in something larger then themselves, their shipmates, or their mission. The Federation will find itself facing an enemy like no other. An enemy from within. For every bright and shining star, there is a darkness waiting to eclipse it. That eclipse begins now…..