The episode begins with Genau announcing the start of the first-class wizard exam. The 57 participants must form teams of three for the first test. The scene shifts to Lawine and Kanne, where Lawine expresses her trust in Kanne's abilities. Meanwhile, Himmel and Eisen discuss their fears about the upcoming battle against a dragon.

The focus then shifts to the individuals discussing their strategy for the exam. Frieren and his team ponder how to capture a Stille, a bird-like creature crucial for passing the test. The Stille is described as extremely fast and resistant to common spells, making it a difficult target. Frieren reveals that she has developed a spell to catch the Stille, but it only works at close range.

Parallel to Frieren's team, other parties work on their test strategies. Land, Übel, and Fern from Group 4 plan to hide with their captured Stille until the end of the test while discussing how to secure water, as the barrier around the testing area blocks water sources. Meanwhile, Group 8 encounters Group 4, leading to a confrontation over the captured Stille.

The narrative further explores the test's harsh conditions, emphasizing water scarcity and the presence of monsters in the testing area. Denken, a member of the 13th Party, reflects on the exam's difficulty and the importance the Continental Magic Association places on the quality of first-class mages.

As the episode progresses, the various parties face different challenges, and conflicts arise between them. Frieren's team, in particular, must deal with being discovered by other mages due to their use of magic. The episode ends with a cliffhanger, building anticipation for the next episode titled "Necessary Killing."