After thousands of years of enslaving the human race, the Sybarians were forced into hiding, only to emerge again from the shadows and reclaim the world. Now man wants it back-and they need a special warrior to lead them into battle. Vala is a Mare. Throughout the battles of man versus Sybaris, the Mares have been instrumental in victory. Soon, thanks to Vala, the human rebellion is secure. Until a new enemy emerges-one that is darker and stronger than any human and Sybaris combined. The war begins.