In an effort to make the best of a bad situation, Jacob allows himself to become friends with Marine Sergeant Oskar Eriksen, only to be once again disappointed. But things in Eden aren't going well, especially when other Terrans, who don't have the planet's best interests at heart, portal there. The original commanders of the expedition are sent back to Terra, and it's left to Jacob and others to keep their city safe. But with the power of Terra behind those they call the unholy trio, can they manage it? And will Jacob ever be anyone's good luck charm?