In this sequel to "Star Wars: The Rising Storm," the High Republic and its Jedi protectors have so far repelled the raiders called the Nihil, and the Starlight Beacon hangs in the Outer Rim as proof of the High Republic's culture, knowledge, and help for those fleeing the Nihil. At the Beacon live the Knights and Padawans of the Jedi Order, and Bell Zettifar, the new leader following the death of Loden Greatstorm. While Elzar Mann is escorting others back to the Beacon, they become caught in a trap created by Marchion Ro, the force behind the Nihil, who launches his most deadly attack against the Jedi.