Rise of the Raven

As a child, the Hungarian general János Hunyadi witnesses the murder of his parents by Ottoman warriors. From then on, his life is defined by fighting against the overwhelming power of the Ottoman Empire. The struggle is for supremacy in Europe.

Hunyadi asks the Hungarian king for support in the fight against the Ottomans. But he doesn't only ask him. He meets Erzebet Szilagyi again, who proposes a pact to him - she wants to introduce Hunyadi to court life.

Hunyadi, a celebrated military commander, is summoned to Milan. His wife is left to fend for herself and surrounded by ruthless enemies. Her letters never reach Hunyadi - he doesn't even know she has given birth to a son.

After the death of the Hungarian Emperor Sigismund, his son-in-law Albrecht took over the throne. While he entrusted Hunyadi with the defence of the southern border, Ottoman troops attacked the Serbian fortress of Smederevo.

A dispute over the crown is raging in Hungary because Albrecht is not a legitimate successor. Meanwhile, the war against the Ottomans continues for Hunyadi. He is preparing for an attack by Sultan Murad - and his 12-year-old son.

From Rome, the Pope calls for a crusade against the Ottoman Empire. The fearless warrior Hunyadi is to lead the papal troops. Initially enthusiastic, he will later pay a heavy price.