Beneath the Shadow of the Sun

Synopsis

In the heart of the ancient Inti Tayta empire, ruled by the oppressive Noble Wiraq, the populace suffers under crushing taxes and manipulated trade. A charismatic figure, Kallpa, emerges as a rebel leader, uniting the common people in a desperate struggle for liberation. Yet, Kallpa carries a dangerous secret: a forbidden affection for Amaru, someone closely tied to Wiraq's court and possessing crucial insights into the noble's operations. As the uprising gains momentum, Kallpa is torn between their obligation to their suffering kin and the safety of Amaru, whose position becomes increasingly perilous. Amaru's intelligence proves vital, enabling the rebels to disrupt Wiraq's economic control, but their bond also fuels distrust within the rebel ranks, particularly from Kallpa's practical second-in-command, Rumi, who prioritizes the rebellion above all else. Meanwhile, a hidden scheme within Wiraq’s government suggests a deeper, more sinister force is at play, connected to the noble's power and potentially Amaru's past, forcing Kallpa to navigate treacherous political currents and potential betrayal from unexpected sources. The conflict builds towards a climactic confrontation, testing allegiances, revealing the true cost of conflict and corruption, and compelling Kallpa to make a heart-wrenching decision that will shape not only their own destiny but the future of the entire empire, all while holding onto the fragile promise of a new dawn.