Tension is high in the court of Valentinian. In a surprise attack, the Vandals have taken Carthage, and an enraged Attila the Hun is taking Gaul. As Rome sees its empire slipping into the hands of ruthless barbarians, the Great Boy Leader must take control of his house. But it is up to Aetius to keep a cool head. Now that diplomacy has failed, only blood will keep them alive. Blood, and lots of it.