Artur Paendrag Tanraell sent his son Luthair Paendrag Mondwin, named The Hammer by the Seanchan, to conquer the lands of the Empire and face the Armies of the Night. He led 300,000 soldiers on this most noble quest. After crushing his enemies, he became the first Emperor of the Seanchan Empire and began to consolidate his power.

Many years have passed since that glorious day. Now a new challenge dawns on the distant horizon. The time has come for the descendants of Artur Hawkwing to reclaim that which belongs to us. The Empress, may she live forever, has commanded the Hailene, or Forerunners, to march on the lands of our fathers and prepare for the Corenne, the Return. We claim this land to be the property of the Blood once again. We welcome all people to swear our oath, which is, "To obey, await, and serve."

Those who will not swear the oaths and dare to raise arms against us will be slaughtered. Are you prepared to obey and serve those who come home? The return is nigh.