In this chapter, we are introduced to the village leader of the town of Malajess, who is on his way to the town's barracks to speak with the local leader. Malajes's leader, Erith, is very excited to be meeting with the leader of a small town. He explains that he has come from a northern city that has been destroyed by the gods. He is the only survivor of the northern city, and he is sure that the people who serve that city are planning to attack the town. Erith agrees that the town should be prepared for an attack, but he will stay behind to guard it.