Guts receives unexpected visitors with a surprising request. Meanwhile, Griffith and his force continue their advance, gaining new allies both fair and foul along the way.

When Guts decides to take Morgan to the witch in the forest, the last thing he expects is that the witch not only knows about the brand that marks Casca and him, but has also been expecting them. Guts is keen on finally getting some answers to all of his questions, but the witch can sense Guts' inner turmoil...