A system on the edge of Federation space in the galactic south has been in a constant state of war for the better part of two decades. Though not ready to join the Federation, both sides have agreed to allow Starfleet to send in ships filled with relief supplies and equipment to assist the people who need it. The non-aggression pact signed by both sides has led to a cease-fire as well as permitting Starfleet to establish a small station on the edge of their system to assist and monitor the peace treaty. However, the treaty has been broken with the death of not only one of the world’s representatives but also the death of several Starfleet officers. The Valkyrie must now try to put out the flames to ask the question. Who lit the fire in the first place?