Valkyria Chronicles is set in a fictitious continent reminiscent of 1930s, Europe divided in two and ruled by the Empire and the Federation. The Empire has set its sights on invading a small neutral country called Gallia, which is situated in the middle of the two great empires. As heroic Commander Welkin, you must lead a small platoon in defense of your country against the evil invading Empire. the fate of the Federation’s ability to win the war and a hope for a better future hangs in the balance.