Alt-History at its best After Max saves Britannia from foreign savages, Niall of the Nine Hostages kidnaps Elen of the Armies from Wales. Max must invade Ireland to rescue her -- and ends up marrying her. A huge Irish army fights Max at Cavehill in the bloodiest battle in Ireland's history. The Roman Emperor punishes Max by shipping Huns to Pictland. Only by becoming the first king of Britain can Max survive the onslaught.