Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Greater Will descends upon the Stone Dance Stage, exerting immense pressure on all present except Queen Marika.
• Beta, the Second Two Fingers divine envoy, accuses Lucia of three crimes: indulging Ranni's wrong path, attacking the Second Two Fingers Church, and colluding with ancient dragons.
• Lucia responds by accusing Beta of meddling in Sky City's affairs, colluding with ancient dragons, and murdering knights. He requests the Greater Will to execute Beta.

Character Developments

• Beta reveals Its ambition to become an existence like the Greater Will, showing Its arrogance and overconfidence.
• Lucia demonstrates his strength, resolve, and authority as an Empyrean, standing up to Beta's accusations and requesting divine punishment for Beta.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics between Empyreans and divine envoys, and the proper order between ruler and subject.
• The Greater Will's role as a divine judge and its influence on the events.
• The consequences of arrogance and overreaching one's authority.

Character Interactions

• Lucia and Beta clash, with Lucia asserting his dominance and Beta struggling to maintain composure under Lucia's pressure.
• Queen Marika remains composed throughout the exchange, observing the events unfolding.
• Epsilon remains silent and unmoved by Beta's accusations, indicating her loyalty to Lucia.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lucia and others receive an oracle from the Greater Will, causing Beta to go mad and attack Queen Marika.
• The Elden Beast intervenes, nailing Beta to the Elden Ring and transferring its divine power to Epsilon.
• Epsilon probes Beta's memories but is attacked by a mysterious entity, causing a pillar of orange-yellow flame to erupt.
• The Elden Beast suppresses the flames, but a figure resembling the Gloam-Eyed Queen emerges from the flames and approaches Lucia.

Character Developments

• Beta's descent into madness reveals his fear and paranoia regarding the Greater Will and Marika's potential betrayal.
• Epsilon demonstrates his loyalty to Lucia and his willingness to investigate Beta's memories despite the risk.
• The Gloam-Eyed Queen's appearance hints at her connection to the Frenzied Flame and her interest in Lucia.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between the Greater Will and the Frenzied Flame for control over The Lands Between.
• The consequences of defying or displeasing the Greater Will, as seen in Beta's fate.
• The power dynamics between the characters, with Queen Marika maintaining control despite the chaos.

Character Interactions

• Lucia and Epsilon's bond deepens as Epsilon seeks Lucia's permission to accept Beta's divine power and Lucia supports him after the mental attack.
• Queen Marika maintains her composure and authority, ordering Lucia not to interfere with the mysterious entity's actions.
• The Gloam-Eyed Queen's figure interacts with Lucia, offering him information and an invitation to join her ranks.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Elden Beast attacks the fiery figure, who claims to be the Gloam-Eyed Queen but is revealed to be an imposter.
• Queen Marika intervenes, injuring the imposter, and Lucia finishes her off with a Claw of Ruin.
• Beta's body is destroyed, and his memories are lost.
• The imposter's followers in Leyndell go mad and start killing each other, including Beta's chief priest Lannis.
• Lannis reveals the traitor's escape plan: Duran Portal at nine in the morning.
• Lucia transforms into a dragon and heads to the Leyndell Portal to intercept the traitor.

Character Developments

• Lucia demonstrates his power and independence by refusing to be used as a pawn by the imposter.
• Queen Marika shows her strength and intervenes in the battle between Lucia and the imposter.
• Lannis, Beta's chief priest, is revealed to be a victim of the imposter's influence.

Significant Themes

• Power and manipulation: The imposter tries to use Lucia as a pawn, but he refuses, showing his growth and independence.
• Trust and betrayal: The imposter's followers turn against each other, highlighting the theme of trust being broken.
• The consequences of actions: Lannis's gruesome death serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of being caught up in the imposter's schemes.

Character Interactions

• Lucia, Queen Marika, and the Elden Beast fight against the imposter, showcasing their combined power.
• Lucia and Guerel discuss the situation in Leyndell, with Guerel providing crucial information about the traitor's escape plan.
• Lucia reassures Guerel, demonstrating his leadership and care for his subordinates.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Keronisa and Ailan discuss the situation at the Leyndell Portal, where Lucia and Fortissax have appeared with two hundred Ancient Dragon Knights.
• Keronisa decides they must leave Altus quickly to avoid Lucia's pursuit.
• Keronisa reveals he has a plan to clear their names if they reach the southern border.
• Ailan questions Keronisa about their opposition to Lucia, given his acknowledged abilities.
• Keronisa reveals his belief that the tide of the age is against the ancient dragons and that Lucia cannot change it.
• Keronisa decides to send Ailan ahead with guards while he covers their retreat.

Character Developments

• Keronisa shows strategic thinking, acknowledging Lucia's strength but maintaining his opposition due to his belief in the tide of the age.
• Ailan demonstrates loyalty and concern for his father, willing to sacrifice himself for Keronisa.
• Keronisa reveals his protective love for Ailan, having prepared a divine prayer to save him in case of danger.

Significant Themes

• The tide of the age and the futility of individual strength against it.
• The struggle between loyalty to one's beliefs and the love for one's family.
• The weight of the past and the difficulty of accepting change.

Character Interactions

• Keronisa and Ailan's relationship is complex, with Keronisa acting as a stern father figure while also showing deep affection and concern for Ailan's safety.
• Their conversation reveals their differing views on Lucia and the future of the ancient dragons.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lucia, the Storm Knights' captain Annasia, and a squad of knights are stationed on the Dectus road, expecting the traitor to appear.
• A caravan, led by Ailan (disguised as a merchant) and his guards, is traveling towards Dectus.
• Lucia senses the traitor's presence and confronts the caravan, revealing Ailan's identity.

Character Developments

• Lucia: He shows strategic thinking, understanding the traitor's risky nature, and predicts his move. He's calm, confident, and decisive.
• Ailan: He demonstrates strategic thinking, understanding the importance of maintaining their disguise. He's calm, determined, and cares deeply for his father.

Significant Themes

• Strategy and Prediction: Both Lucia and Ailan use strategic thinking to anticipate their opponent's moves.
• Disguise and Deception: Ailan uses a merchant caravan as a disguise to avoid detection.
• Family and Loyalty: Ailan's loyalty to his father is evident in his thoughts and actions.

Character Interactions

• Lucia and Annasia: They have a friendly, professional relationship. Lucia trusts Annasia's judgment but also shows his own strategic thinking.
• Ailan and his guards: Ailan shows leadership and care for his guards, prioritizing their safety and the mission's success.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ailan and Lucia engage in a fierce battle. Ailan is initially overwhelmed but gains immense power from his bloodline, allowing him to hold his ground.
• Lucia, with his pure Dragon God scales, proves to be stronger than Ailan.
• Ailan's father's voice echoes in his mind, urging him to live and remember his sacrifice.

Character Developments

• Ailan: Initially fearful and desperate, he gains confidence and determination after hearing his father's voice. He accepts his father's sacrifice and decides to live for the dynasty's future.
• Lucia: Displaying immense strength and skill, he remains calm and composed throughout the battle.

Significant Themes

• Sacrifice: Ailan's father sacrifices himself for the dynasty's future, and Ailan accepts this sacrifice, inspiring him to live on.
• Bloodline and Power: Ailan's bloodline grants him immense power, but Lucia's pure Dragon God bloodline makes him stronger.

Character Interactions

• Ailan and Lucia: Their intense battle highlights the power gap between them, but also Ailan's growth and determination.
• Ailan and his father: Though not physically present, his father's voice and sacrifice greatly influence Ailan's decisions and growth.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lucia and Keronisa (possessing Ailan's body) engage in a fierce battle, using powerful swordsmanship and ancient dragon combat arts.
• Lucia's Eternal Swordsmanship, a fusion of various sword arts, proves superior to Keronisa's skills.
• Keronisa fully dragonifies, revealing his true intention to eliminate Lucia rather than flee.
• Lucia transforms into a dragon, and they engage in a brutal, power-focused battle in the sky and on the ground.
• The battle is witnessed by Annasia, the Valeria Hall guards, and others from afar, causing fear and awe.
• Fortissax and other dragons approach to aid Lucia, arriving just as Keronisa is mortally wounded.

Character Developments

• Lucia demonstrates his mastery of Eternal Swordsmanship, proving his growth and power.
• Keronisa reveals his true intentions and uses a secret art to fully dragonify, showing his desperation and ruthlessness.
• Annasia and the guards witness the battle, experiencing fear and awe, which may influence their future actions or perceptions.

Significant Themes

• Power and strength: The battle showcases the immense power of ancient dragons and the importance of mastering various combat skills.
• Intentions and deception: Keronisa's true motives are revealed, highlighting the theme of hidden agendas and the dangers of underestimating enemies.
• Transformation and growth: Lucia's transformation into a dragon and his mastery of Eternal Swordsmanship illustrate his personal growth and evolution.

Character Interactions

• Lucia vs. Keronisa: Their intense battle showcases their skills, power, and determination, ultimately leading to Keronisa's defeat.
• Annasia and guards vs. the battle: They witness the dragon battle from afar, experiencing fear and awe, which may impact their future interactions with Lucia or other powerful beings.
• Fortissax and other dragons vs. Keronisa: Although they arrive too late to directly participate, their approach demonstrates their loyalty and support for Lucia, which may influence future interactions and alliances.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Leyndell Portal is crowded with caravans at 2:00 a.m., despite the chaos caused by a dragon battle and the appearance of ancient dragons near Dectus.
• Commander Nadehart takes control, ordering everyone to proceed for inspection and pass through the portal quickly.
• Keronisa, disguised as a merchant, passes through the checkpoint with his guards, using a slave-trading cover story.
• Lucia defeats an ancient dragon traitor who was controlling a human puppet, but the traitor escapes through the Leyndell Portal.
• Lucia orders the human puppet and ten Wyvern Warriors to be buried together in the Ancient Dragon Tomb.

Character Developments

• Keronisa: Displays cunning and deception, successfully passing through the checkpoint despite being an ancient dragon.
• Lucia: Shows compassion and respect for the human puppet, ordering him to be buried with honor.
• Fortissax: Feels responsible for the traitor's escape, but Lucia reassures him it wasn't his fault.

Significant Themes

• Deception and Disguise: Keronisa uses his merchant disguise to fool the priests, highlighting the theme of deception and the importance of appearances.
• Honor and Respect: Despite the human puppet being an enemy, Lucia orders him to be buried with honor, showing respect for his strength and sacrifice.
• Loss and Regret: Lucia feels sorrow for the human puppet and determination to capture the traitor, emphasizing the theme of loss and the desire for redemption.

Character Interactions

• Keronisa and the Priest: Keronisa successfully deceives the priest, highlighting his cunning and the priest's gullibility.
• Lucia and Fortissax: They share a moment of understanding and support, with Lucia reassuring Fortissax that he is not to blame for the traitor's escape.
• Lucia and the Human Puppet: Despite being enemies, Lucia shows respect and honor towards the human puppet, burying him with dignity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lucia meets Dixi, Alecto's daughter, in the Hall of Eternity.
• Lucia is led to Queen Marika's inner chamber.
• Marika reveals she knows about the fake Ancient Dragon rebel's execution.
• Marika offers to explain the anomaly on the Stone Dance Stage.

Character Developments

• Lucia demonstrates his composure and maturity, understanding the Queen's intentions and remaining unfazed.
• Dixi is introduced, hinting at her future role as an assassin.
• Marika shows her knowledge and control over the Hall of Eternity and its inhabitants.

Significant Themes

• Trust and cooperation between Lucia and Marika.
• The power of the Frenzied Flame and its secrets.
• The complex relationships and political maneuvering within the royal family.

Character Interactions

• Lucia and Dixi: Lucia shows kindness to Dixi, while Dixi admires Lucia.
• Alecto and Lucia: Alecto leads Lucia to Marika, showing respect and deference.
• Marika and Lucia: Marika tests Lucia with her knowledge and offers to share information.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lucia meets with Queen Marika in a soundproof barrier to discuss secrets.
• Marika reveals that the Greater Will, the supposed creator and ruler of the Lands Between, is actually an Outer God that feeds on Runes (the essence of life) from living beings.
• The Greater Will established the Erdtree and the Elden Ring to facilitate this feeding process, with the "Return to the Erdtree" ritual being a means to harvest Runes from the souls of the dead.
• Marika warns Lucia that the Greater Will plans to discard current leaders (like Radagon, Godwyn, and herself) once they've served their purpose and replace them with more controllable Empyreans like Lucia.

Character Developments

• Lucia shows curiosity and intelligence, questioning the established history and the Greater Will's true intentions.
• Marika reveals her deep-seated resentment and hatred towards the Greater Will, having lived with its deception for a thousand years.

Significant Themes

• Power and Control: The Greater Will's manipulation of the Lands Between and its inhabitants to feed on Runes.
• Deception and Truth: The contrast between the history passed down by the races and the true nature of the Greater Will.
• Resentment and Rebellion: Marika's accumulated resentment towards the Greater Will and her desire to expose its true intentions.

Character Interactions

• Lucia and Marika engage in a candid conversation, with Marika sharing secrets she's kept hidden for centuries.
• Lucia remains cautious and analytical, while Marika expresses her deep-seated emotions and reveals her true feelings about the Greater Will.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lucia learns the true nature of the Greater Will and its relationship with the Crucible of Life.
• Queen Marika reveals the true history of The Lands Between, starting from the ancient age when the Crucible of Life was born.
• The arrival of the Three Moon Gods and other Outer Gods, and the birth of native gods like the Dragon God.
• The establishment of the Eternal Civilization led by the Three Moon Gods and its acceptance by native civilizations.
• The retreat of Scarlet Rot and the Formless Mother's followers and their secret cultivation.
• The arrival of the Greater Will's apostle, the Elden Beast, two thousand three hundred and sixteen years ago.

Character Developments

• Lucia gains new insights about the Greater Will and the true history of their world.
• Queen Marika demonstrates her vast knowledge and recall of historical events.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between native gods and Outer Gods for influence and power.
• The consequences of the Greater Will's interference in The Lands Between.
• The role of faith and worship in shaping the world and its deities.

Character Interactions

• Lucia and Queen Marika engage in a conversation where she reveals the true history to him.
• No other significant interactions occur in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A Five Fingers divine envoy brings an oracle from the Greater Will, introducing the Primordial Erdtree, anointing Dragon God Hlaris and Dragonlord Placidusax, and forging the Elden Ring.
• The dragons, Fire Giants, and Eternal Ones build magnificent cities, leading to a golden age of civilization, technology, and magic.
• The Greater Will becomes dissatisfied with the diverse civilizations and conflicts, leading to the Forbidden War.
• Eternal Darkness, a powerful sorcery, is created in the Eternal City, further angering the Greater Will.
• The Greater Will summons Astel, the Naturalborn of the Void, to destroy the Eternal City.

Character Developments

• Queen Marika reveals her true age and experiences, providing insights into the past.
• Lucia learns about the history of The Lands Between and the origins of the Forbidden War.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between divine order (Greater Will) and mortal freedom.
• The consequences of rapid technological advancement and its impact on societal order.
• The cyclical nature of civilizations and their rise and fall.

Character Interactions

• Queen Marika shares her knowledge of the past with Lucia, revealing her perspective on the events that led to the Forbidden War.
• Lucia questions the queen, seeking understanding and clarification about the history of The Lands Between.

Key Plot Points & Events

• Astel, a terrifying cosmic entity, invades the Lands Between, accompanied by weaker subspecies and minions, causing chaos and stirring ancient evils like Scarlet Rot and the Formless Mother.
• The Three Moon Gods attempt to resist but are ambushed and silenced.
• King Placidusax and Queen Hlaris, initially opposed to war, unite their nation to stop Astel.
• The war is brutal and devastating, leading to the fall of Farum Azula, the wounding of the Dragon God, and the descent of Astel into the Eternal City, which is then sunk underground.
• The war results in near-total extinction of the Era of Stars and Moons civilization, with the Lands Between left in ruins.

Character Developments

• Lucia learns about his parents' role in the war and his mother's possible fate.
• The queen reveals her experiences fighting in the underground world and her efforts to reestablish contact with the Ancient Dragon Dynasty.
• Lucia realizes the true nature of the War of the Gods and the Greater Will's split into Two Fingers and Three Fingers.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of war and the cost of resistance.
• The cyclical nature of conflict and exploitation by higher powers.
• The struggle between order and chaos, life and death, as represented by the Two Fingers and Three Fingers.

Character Interactions

• Lucia and the queen discuss the Forbidden War, the War of the Gods, and the Greater Will's split.
• The queen shares her experiences and insights with Lucia, revealing her wisdom and understanding of the broader picture.

Key Plot Points and Events

• After the Forbidden War, new civilizations emerge, and wild gods appear.
• The Eternal Remnant Race, led by Queen Marika, spreads across the world, founding dynasties like Carian and Sellia.
• Marika and Katepera (Queen of Death) become the first Empyreans, mastering the Laws of Life and Death respectively.
• Katepera slays the Death God, ascends Destined Death, and leads Godskin Apostles to hunt and kill wild gods.
• Marika's brother, Maliketh, defeats the Godskin Apostles, takes Destined Death, and seals the Rune of Death in his Black Blade.
• The Empyrean war ends, Alpha and Omega are sealed, and the Elden Ring is formed.
• The Greater Will's chaotic side stirs, corrupting Beta and causing effects like the Outer God rumor.

Character Developments

• Queen Marika: Reveals her past, her role in the Empyrean war, and her understanding of the Greater Will's struggle between order and chaos.
• Lucia: Realizes the true nature of the Greater Will's division and the connection between Queen Marika and the flaming humanoid figure.

Significant Themes

• Struggle between order and chaos (represented by Alpha and Omega, the Elden Beast and the flaming humanoid figure).
• Unity and division: The Greater Will's desire to become one again, despite their differences.
• Experimentation and replication: The Greater Will's use of Empyreans and divine envoys to probe and contend with each other.

Character Interactions

• Queen Marika and Lucia: Marika shares her knowledge and insights with Lucia, who processes and understands these revelations.
• Queen Marika and Katepera (Queen of Death): Their past conflict and experimentation with the Laws of Life and Death are discussed.
• The Greater Will's halves: Their ongoing struggle and desire for unity are explored through the actions of their respective representatives.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Queen Marika reveals that the Greater Will's experiment between order and chaos ended with Beta's execution.
• The delicate balance between Alpha and Omega will shift, leading to the Greater Will's return and the end of the Lands Between.
• Raya Lucaria's magic tournament is more than a test of power; it's a plot to overthrow the academy's leadership.

Character Developments

• Lucia learns about the true nature of the Greater Will's experiment and its consequences.
• Queen Marika demonstrates her sincerity and willingness to share information with Lucia.

Significant Themes

• The balance between order and chaos, and the consequences of disrupting it.
• The manipulation of power dynamics within organizations, as seen in the academy's leadership change.

Character Interactions

• Queen Marika and Lucia discuss the past, present, and future of the Lands Between, leading to a mutual understanding.
• Lucia realizes the implications of the academy's magic tournament and the involvement of the Twinsage Conspectus.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Queen Marika reveals that the increased Fallingstar Beasts sightings are due to Astel's revival, which could lead to another Forbidden War.
• Astel's sealing location is in Caelid, and Sellia and Raya Lucaria Academy's upper ranks know the truth about it.
• Queen Marika suspects that the magic tournament is a front for some academy members to exploit Astel's revival for personal gain.
• Queen Marika tasks Lucia with investigating the truth behind the magic tournament and dispelling certain people's ambitions.

Character Developments

• Queen Marika shows weariness and helplessness due to her limited time and the actions of those who know the truth about Astel.
• Lucia understands the gravity of the situation and the potential consequences of inaction.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of ambition and ignorance.
• The weight of historical truth and the responsibility of those who know it.
• The inevitability of war and the struggle against it.

Character Interactions

• Queen Marika and Lucia discuss the current situation and the potential threat of Astel's revival.
• Lucia is given authority and resources to investigate and act upon the truth behind the magic tournament.
• Queen Marika hints at her own limitations and the approaching end of her time.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lucia reflects on his conversations with Queen Marika, confirming that 90% of her revelations about the Forbidden War, the Greater Will's division, and Alpha and Omega's game are true.
• He realizes that the Greater Will, despite its aggression, has overshadowed other Outer Gods due to its power and methods.
• Lucia ponders the fate of the Gloam-Eyed Queen and her apostles, who still pose a threat despite their defeat by Maliketh.
• He decides to set aside the matter of the Gloam-Eyed Queen for now, focusing instead on Marika's condition.

Character Developments

• Lucia gains deeper insights into the history and nature of the Outer Gods and the Lands Between.
• He understands that Queen Marika is losing control over herself and the world, with her power waning.
• Marika is revealed to be increasingly powerless, with her counterattack against the Greater Will having failed.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between the Greater Will and the native beings of the Lands Between.
• The erosion of Marika's power and control, both over herself and the world.
• The potential for native beings to contend with Outer Gods, given the right conditions.

Character Interactions

• Lucia and Marika's conversation reveals their shared goal of preventing another Forbidden War and their intention to cooperate against the Greater Will.
• Lucia decides to travel west to quell academy unrest, seeing it as a threat to the Lands Between's strength and unity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lucia and Ranni go for a walk in the Golden Sanctuary.
• They climb onto Gransax's petrified wing and reach the dragon's head, enjoying the view of the stars and the city.
• Lucia shares his thoughts about Gransax's death and the Greater Will's interference in the affairs of The Lands Between.
• Ranni reveals that Lucia's first stop should be the Carian Royal Court, not Raya Lucaria.

Character Developments

• Lucia shows his strategic thinking and understanding of the broader political landscape.
• Ranni displays her concern for Lucia's safety and her desire to protect him.

Significant Themes

• The influence of the Greater Will on the affairs of The Lands Between.
• The complex relationships between different factions and their hidden agendas.
• The loneliness of ancient dragons, as exemplified by Gransax.

Character Interactions

• Lucia and Ranni's relationship deepens as they share a moment of intimacy while climbing Gransax's petrified wing.
• Ranni tries to convince Lucia not to go to Caria, hinting at potential danger or her personal feelings.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Rykard visits Radagon, his father, before their journey to the western lands.
• Radagon reveals that he has prepared a gift for Rykard's mother, Queen Marika.
• Radagon warns Rykard to be wary of Lucia-Sancus.

Character Developments

• Rykard demonstrates maturity, political skill, and loyalty to his father.
• Radagon shows affection for his children, particularly Rykard, and concern for Queen Marika's health.
• Radagon reveals his suspicion and fear of Lucia-Sancus.

Significant Themes

• The complex relationships and power dynamics among the demigods and their families.
• The importance of loyalty and trust in political alliances.
• The tension between the Golden Dynasty and the Dragon God's followers.

Character Interactions

• Rykard and Radagon's relationship is formal yet affectionate, with Radagon treating Rykard as a trusted confidant.
• Radagon's affection for Queen Marika is evident, despite their complicated political situation.
• Radagon's suspicion of Lucia-Sancus highlights the potential for conflict among the demigods.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Rykard visits Lucia and Ranni to deliver a necklace and earrings from Radagon to Queen Rennala, which they decide to dismantle for raw materials.
• Radahn arrives early for their departure, accompanied by his small warhorse, Rio.
• The group gathers at Ludia Hall the next morning, including Miquella, Malenia, and Finlay.

Character Developments

• Rykard shows concern for Lucia's safety around Radagon, hinting at Radagon's strange behavior and growing fanaticism for the Golden Order.
• Radahn's bond with his small warhorse, Rio, is further emphasized.
• Miquella and Malenia prepare for their journey by disguising themselves to avoid unwanted attention.

Significant Themes

• The growing tension between the New and Old Parties in the Golden Dynasty, foreshadowing upcoming conflict.
• The importance of protecting innocent people and stabilizing foundations amidst impending chaos.
• The enduring bond between Radahn and his beloved horse, Rio.

Character Interactions

• Rykard warns Lucia about Radagon's strange behavior and growing fanaticism.
• Lucia, Ranni, and Rykard discuss their upcoming journey and the political situation in the Golden Dynasty.
• Radahn arrives early with Rio, showing his dedication to his horse despite its small size.
• Miquella and Malenia arrive together, having prepared disguises to ensure their safety during the journey.