In the shadow of the French Revolution, Jean-Michel must rebuild his trading empire from the ashes of betrayal. As armies march and kingdoms fall, he transforms a broken network of merchants into something unprecedented: a shadow economy that transcends borders and allegiances. But power comes with a price.

When the mysterious Winter Queen betrays him and the Iron Accord declares war on his operations, Jean-Michel doesn't just survive – he turns their attacks into opportunities. With his loyal inner circle, he crafts an invisible empire where every enemy's move makes them stronger. As Brunswick's army marches on Paris and the Committee of Public Safety hunts for traitors, the Phoenix Network evolves into something its enemies cannot destroy because they cannot see.

"Rising from Ruins" is a tale of intrigue, betrayal, and transformation, where loyalty and cunning weave a new kind of power in a world torn apart by revolution. In this game of shadows, sometimes the greatest victory is the one your enemies never realize you've won.