Ren's new abilities as a Nu'Mahri come to the fore as she and Hunter flee her village. Hunter tells Ren about the Archivist, a mysterious Mahri expert who may be able to help her. Meanwhile the Master gives Commander Othon an ultimatum.
Ren has a disturbing vision, while Hunter meets with the Archivist's middleman. The Kah'Nath army leave no stone unturned in their search for the fugitives.