The Special Fire Force Company 8 fights against the White-Clad destroyer Gold, whose magnetic abilities are controlled by a golden arm prosthesis and heat. Licht analyzes that Gold generates magnetic fields by overheating the gold and devises a counterplan: Using thermite reactions and molten iron, Gold's prosthesis is overloaded to neutralize its magnetic control. Tamaki, Maki, and Vulcan implement this strategy using special equipment and teamwork, while Lisa assists through magnetic flame interference.

Meanwhile, Arthur arrives late and defeats the destroyer Stream with a swift sword attack, putting the remaining White Clad in a tight spot. At the same time, Shinra's confrontation with Burns escalates, as Burns continues to justify Obi's sacrifice as a "divine necessity." Burns reveals that his faith in the Evangelist is unshakable due to the Adolla Link and rejects Shinra's appeals to humanity.

The episode ends with the victory over Gold, but the arrival of a mysterious dragon hints at new dangers. In the background, the White Clad plan further attacks, while Hibana (5th Company) uncovers connections between monastery fires and experiments by the White Clad. The 8th Company prepares to continue the rescue mission—despite Burns' unyielding stance.