The setting book details the center of the Known Worlds, the capital and seat of the Empire. There is no more important or intrigue-laden world, for here the fates of millions are determined and the destiny of humanity is in the hands of the royal ambassadors, Church priests, merchant princes, alien envoys and underground conspiracy groups - all vying for the Emperor's attention and favor. Includes new character roles for the Imperial Eye - the Emperor's intergalactic spies.