The events begin on May 28, 1453, the day before Istanbul is conquered. The two janissaries of the Ottoman army, Doan Bey and Ahin Bey, have traits that are diametrically opposed to one another. Their desire to serve as soldiers who will hang the Sanjak (flag) on Istanbul’s walls is the one thing they share in common. However, things don’t go as planned. Doan and Ahin quit their jobs…