The Barghest Wolves under control from the Wulfling raiders and their element of surprise attack the people of Herot. Beowulf hopes he can outmaneuver the enemy and protect the village.

Herot's Huskaria patrol takes to the forests to look for signs of the enemy. Elvina decides to enter the forests without a guard, worrying Beowulf who comes after her. The pair enjoy their romance and soon become distracted from the threats surrounding them, they are soon captured by a band of Mudborn creatures. Beowulf learns a dark secret about Elvina as the pair try and escape.