Commander Neil Gavens and his crew are in search of a new planet after all hope for a life on the planets Earth and Sigmet is exhausted. With six potential planets in range, Gavens wonders which one might be habitable-until his crew stumbles upon a strange planet comprised of purple water and vegetation. As Gavens lands his spaceship on what he hopes will be their new residence, he commands his crew to find the people of the planet. But the Earth-ites have no idea that the resident aliens who watch them from afar are already preparing for battle. The planet's unusual colors are unlike any the crew has ever encountered. As the Earth-ites conduct tests and create a temporary habitat, the aliens devise ways to keep the crew from staying on Eftiam. The Earth-ites' unexpected discovery soon creates a puzzling form of warfare, amazing organic technology, and telepathic powers, allowing Gavens and his crew to form a bond with the all-seeing Imo Macos. For too long, the aliens have not had anything-or anyone-interfere with their world. But the Earth-ites are determined to make Eftiam their new home. Only time will tell if the aliens will allow them to stay.