Willem Kmetsch lives life as an outcast, like a dead man walking, until he happens to land a job as the caretaker of some rather "special" weapons.

Chtholly's bombshell leaves Willem shaken, as he struggles to come to terms with the nature of the "special weapons."

Having learned about Chtholly's impending fate, Willem tries to come up with an alternate plan, much to her chagrin.

Having sent his charges into battle, Willem finds the distraction he so badly needs in the form of a visit to cultural hotpot Corna di Luce.

Phyr details her request to Limeskin, who refuses and asks Willem for a favor of his own.

Willem learns a lot from Souwong and makes a stand. Meanwhile, Chtholly continues to hear the voices in her head...