Northern Ocean — 24 Hours Later
The sea no longer slept.
The skies above the northern waters of the Indiana Empire were thick with clouds, stained in grey and violet. The wind carried salt, silence, and the scent of war.
At the heart of the sea floated not one fleet—but three.
The 28th Patrol Fleet, now joined by reinforcements from the 6th and 13th Naval Commands, formed a massive naval shield stretching across the horizon.
Row upon row of ironclads, spirit-forged cruisers, and arcane war barges sat in perfect formation—an iron wall on sacred water.
In total, over 600 ships now stood under the imperial banner.
This was not a patrol.
This was a declaration.
Flagship of the Indiana Navy
Captain Varun Sen stood once again at the bow of his war barge, but now he was no longer alone in command. Above him flew the double-headed sun banner, signifying the presence of a High Admiral.
