The Guardians are brought to a mysterious magical tower, seeking answers to their nearly impossible task of defeating the corruption in Thave. Zaldor is forced to face his past as he and Jericho bond over grief.  

The Guardians barely evade trouble in Sarveed on the quest to Kaseer.  On their way, they encounter a stranger who requires their rescue, but Galen is convinced that they made the wrong choice.