Crimson Skies 13: Lucky 13

The island stands bloodied but unbroken, the battle for its control entering a new, more treacherous chapter. The Army, despite their vast resources, has found no respite from the relentless struggle, and the Rebels, fragmented yet unyielding, continue to press their claim for freedom—or perhaps dominance. This year, the tide of war turns inward as whispers of betrayal and unity threaten to reshape the battlefield.

The former Army General, disgraced and cast aside after his failure to secure a decisive victory, has re-emerged. Against all odds, he has brokered a secret meeting with the exiled leader of the Rebels—two bitter enemies now seeking a fragile alliance. Both sides see the potential for this union to turn the tide of the war, not for victory, but for peace—or something darker. However, this alliance is a threat neither the current Army General nor the fragmented Rebel leadership can afford to let solidify.

The Army’s new General has proven himself a calculated and ruthless tactician, unshaken in the face of chaos. His objective is clear: hunt down the former General and crush any hope of collaboration between the factions. He will mobilize elite patrols to intercept communications, disrupt the meeting, and ensure the Army’s dominance is undisputed. For him, diplomacy is a weakness, and mercy is not an option.

Meanwhile, the Rebel leadership, splintered and struggling, sees this meeting as both a risk and an opportunity. Their priority remains consolidating power and streamlining their scattered forces. With the Army doubling down on their relentless patrols, the Rebels must focus on strategic field intel, using it to outmaneuver their opponents and prevent the alliance from gaining traction. Rebel commanders are pushing their forces to adapt, emphasizing stealth and precision to secure any advantage in the chaos.

The stakes have never been higher. Both sides must balance the ferocity of open conflict with the subtleties of espionage and sabotage. Strategic thinking, swift action, and iron resolve will determine who emerges with the upper hand in this round of the endless war for the east end of the island.

The winds of conflict churn red in the skies above Calverton. Alliances will be tested. Loyalties will fracture. Lucky 13 may mark a turning point—or the bloodiest chapter yet.