A secret cabal of demonic forces threatens to destroy civilization and plunge the world into a new dark age. Humanity's only chance is a shadowy organization called grail--the modern day heirs to the knights templar--which has discovered the secret to time travel. The past cannot be changed, but if grail can send an agent into the past to recover a lost book on demonology called the codex babylon, they may have a fighting chance to save humanity from utter destruction.The ancient world was full of many fantastic cities and places, and like today’s major cities, the great ancient cities were hubs of trade, religion, and science. Writing was first invented in ancient cities, and many important scientific discoveries were also made in them, some of which are still used in the modern world. Among the many cities of the ancient world, rome and athens may come to mind first, but the city of babylon in the land of mesopotamia was already an ancient, venerated city when the others were still inconsequential settlements.Uncover the secrets of one of history's most iconic cities in ancient babylon. Journey back in time to the heart of mesopotamia and witness the rise and fall of a civilization that shaped the ancient world. Explore the architecture, culture, and religion of babylon, from its humble beginnings to its status as a powerful empire. Discover the euphrates river's influence on its development and the city's role as a crucial center for trade and diplomacy.