Premise

The Arkayn Cycle is an Elder Scrolls: Oblivion alternate universe story. It takes place in the end of the Third Era after the death of the emperor, beginning during the main quest thread "Find the Heir."

The emperor's chosen hero has disappeared into the Oblivion Gate at the entrance of Kvatch and has not emerged in days. More gates are appearing across Cyrodiil--and Daedric creatures (and magic) are emerging. The Imperial army is scrambling to muster while beleaguered guards protect the major cities, but few dare to venture into the dark planes, and even fewer can be spared. Soon, the wardens of the city prisons propose a resolution: the perpetrators of the worst crimes, held for execution or for life, can be offered a choice. The choice is simple: walk into Hell or die behind bars.

Our story begins with two not-so-heroes in Castle Anvil who are brave (or foolhardy) enough to choose Oblivion...