Mezo

The Tzalekuhl soldiers return after their victory at Cobán Rock. Though they were victorious, their spirits are low. Not only did they suffer great casualties, but they've take one of their own as captive. Roden, the brave soldier who has always served the empire so faithfully, has betrayed them by showing mercy to their enemy. At least that's how some see it, especially Phegor, the supernaturally strong warrior who's become even more of a zealot after the battle. He's convinced that the only way to save themselves from certain doom during the upcoming solar eclipse is to appease their god, Kuhl, and bring all the surrounding tribes under their control: an objective weakened by Roden's actions. Others aren't so sure Roden was wrong. But their doubt is soon addressed by their Emperor Vuh who greets them upon their return. He's now in possession of the magical Tona'matl, which he stole from the shaman, Itza'be. Using its power, Vuh is able to heal many of his soldiers, stating it is their reward for serving Kuhl so well. > In the days leading up to the trial, those waiting the judgement recall the events of the previous eclipse. The cataclysmic event known at "The Rupture" caused a volcanic eruption and earth quake which destroyed the city of Metzalpotek. They wish to avoid a similar fate this time around, but opinions vary on the best way to prevent it. > After a daring escape over the waterfall, the group plans their return to Metzalpotek to recover the missing tona'matl and reunite the Celestial Seed before the coming Eclipse.