The episode begins with Will and his companions disembarking from a boat to mislead the demons. They use body doubles to distract the demons while taking a different route to the Rust Mountains. Will devised this plan with the help of Tonio and Marcus. The group travels upstream and uses magic to conceal their presence and speed up their journey.

Upon arriving at their destination, Will pays a brief visit to his old home, where he greets the spirits of his deceased protectors, Blood and Mary. He then reunites with his mentor Gus, who welcomes him with a mix of humor and concern. Gus is surprised by Will’s new title as Lord and inquires about his love life, leading to a cheerful exchange.

The conversation shifts to the impending battle with Valacirca, the evil dragon. Gus suggests negotiating with Valacirca, as he once served the gods. However, Will is determined to confront the dragon, believing it is the only way to prevent chaos.

Gus then offers Will strategic advice for fighting Valacirca, highlighting the dragon’s strengths in magic and physical combat. He suggests targeting the dragon’s old wounds and warns against relying solely on magic in battle.

Will and his companions explore an armory containing the equipment of heroes who fought alongside Gus, Blood, and Mary in the past. Each selects weapons and armor that suit their skills and preferences. Reystov chooses a sword, Menel takes a bow from Telperion the Silver, and the dwarf Ghelreis opts for the armor of a warrior named Bavore.