An anomaly from deep space devastates the planet Earth in the year 2000 shortly after the end of The Libyan War, the latest war in a series of bloody battles in the Middle East. After the storm subsides over two billion humans are in a deep coma. Science awakens a few who die a horrible and painful death. The United Nations resolves to preserve the humans until science can safely awaken them. Cryogenically frozen for 1600 years these human are awakened in the late 36th century as former Earth colonies turn towards authoritarian philosophies from Earth's distant past. Peace has been preserved for centuries, authoritarian encroachment threatens the universe. Ancient blood feuds reignite as the universe slowly marches towards war. The millennia old Earth Union dissolves in disarray. Alliances are formed, science turns from preserving life to stopping it. In the midst of the chaos are the reawakened humans from the past, amongst them is Matt Brown, an air force officer. He leads a squadron with the help of his close friend Bobby 'Reb' Grant. The home front is seeking advice in diplomacy from Susan Moore, a diplomat from the 20th century. She becomes the American President's closest advisor. They are leading the fight for ideals from the distant past. God help us all.