A massive volcanic eruption devastates Korea, plunging the country into darkness and causing widespread damage. Meanwhile, the international community, particularly the EUN, grows worried about Korea's actions, linking the recent defeat of Red Island and Lee Jain's involvement to a potential aggressive takeover by the Korean government which could be under someone's control. The EUN holds an emergency session, and votes for military intervention should Korea initiate a war. This results in a heavily militarized surrounding of Korea's borders by other nations.