It's been almost three years since Kyle Katarn saved the galaxy from the evil madman, Jerec. It appears as though everything is on the up and up for the Republic. However, in a distant corner of the galaxy, the planet Mera Himbgie is home to about twenty thousand Imperial prisoners who have no idea that the Republic is as strong as it is. But, when you, Prisoner EX193878, hurt yourself in the mine, you decide that it is the perfect opportunity to escape...