As a military outcast creates a bulwark against the dangers lurking beyond known space, a vast Crusade sets forth to fight the xenos enemies of the Emperor. The Empire of the Hand shall be faced with a true threat when the children of Holy Terra become stranded beyond the guiding light of their God-Emperor and endless war is brought to the worlds of an unsuspecting galaxy.

Years ago, you struck out from your home in Dale to explore the world, doing what you love most: bookkeeping. After years of hard work, your reputation has brought you to the gates of the Black Land itself. Sauron has sought your services and now, in the calm before the storm of the Third Age, you will face down The Dark Lord's servants in business meetings and financial reviews.

The light of The Shepard dims a second, final time. He has chosen and now the crew of the Normandy, friends, loved ones and family, must continue his work. Darkness falls as the Reapers begin their terrible work once more.