and the Spanish Invaders have destroyed the coastal villages of Southern California. Next they will attack the Central Valley of California, home of the Yokuts confederation of villages. The Tachi people call the vast array of Yokuts people to celebrate the death of all those who have died in the past year. The Lonewis, of six days and nights. After the dead have been put to rest, the leaders of each village meet to determine strategies that will best defend their bountiful land of lakes, huge rivers and tule marshes. Discover the Yokuts' surprising choice to lead their defense against the Spanish invaders. Ponder their strategy which led to the greatest battle in California history.