1997. Kira Leonhart joins the Institute in Arcadia. This Institute allows potential users of "Astra", a new energy, to acquire superhuman abilities. On her way, Kira meets Seisa Alucard, who proclaims loud and clear that she will be the future Empress. And one day, Kira meets the Empress in person. That day sealed his fate. 1998. Seisa Alucard and Kira Leonhart (?) decide to leave Arcadia in order to achieve their goals. Their destination is [the Jade Empire], where a certain Mr. L is waiting for them. A long journey lies ahead of them. A path of infinite possibilities is now open.