Ruti reunites with Gideon and tries to get him to rejoin her party. But seeing how happy he is, she has to make a tough choice. Tisse and Ruti have a communication breakdown. Bui hunts for something he needs. Ruti opens up about her emotions.

Red and company seek Ares in the ancient elven ruins. Ares tries to make Ruti return to her role as the Hero. Danan confronts and exposes Bui and Theodora makes a shocking move. Friendships are tested and comrades betrayed in a climactic battle.