Previously on The Mighty Nein...
You have a mission.
They sent a courier, name of Dead Eye.
He'll meet you at a carnival in Trostenwald.
[Vandran] You have the makings of a great captain.
You just got to get out of your own way.
-[thunder rumbles] -Abandon ship--
I promise I'll be the man
you thought I could be.
[Marion] Jester, Lord Sharpe is looking for you.
[Jester] Traveler, we need to get out of here.
My apologies.
I am Jester Lavorre.
[Fjord] Fjord Stone.
Captain Fjord,
can you help my daughter safely to Zadash?
-Hey, you little shits, that's my horse! -[blows raspberry]
The Fletching and Moondrop Traveling Carnival of Curiosities.
[Caleb] These. Lumino Beetles.
We will need to communicate better.
[intense music playing]
[Uk'otoa] Become.
[ethereal music playing]
♪ ♪
[crowd cheering, laughing]
[screaming]
-[crowd screaming] -[spectator] Get out!
[clamoring]
[screams]
[spectator] They're killing people!
[growling]
[gasps]
[yells]
[screaming]
[pulsing, intense music playing]
♪ ♪
[chuckles] And the pyramid?
[sighs] Take the stones life throws at you
and build a monument.
Uh, what's the peacock mean?
Mm, it's because Mollymauk Tealeaf is literally a fucking peacock.
Hey, if you can't blend in, you were meant to stand out.
You said every tattoo had a meaning.
Peacocks represent rebirth.
The serpent, too, can shed its skin, begin anew.
And yet, when the two meet, they're violent enemies.
Pure destruction.
That's a lot of red eyes.
What do those mean?
[Molly] Never look back.
Don't forget, I expect to see you both at tonight's show.
Molly, it's coming.
Finally.
[gentle music playing]
[sighs]
Oh, maybe we should've told her to use the performer's gate.
She'll draw a crowd.
-Everyone will see and then who's-- -Precisely the point, Mr. Fletching.
A grand entrance is only grand when there's an audience to see it.
How are you always so calm? Especially today.
Why, what's today?
[sighs] We need a packed house tonight or the carnival is done.
Every last seat, just to break even.
And if not, our endless party will come to an end?
[majestic music playing]
Then every last seat it is.
[quirky music playing]
[overlapping chatter]
-Hi, Molly. -[chuckles]
-Mmm. -Hey.
-See you tonight? -Mm-hmm.
Here, boss.
-Another goddamn bill. [sighs] -[kisses]
Relax. The Kryn Dynasty and the Empire are on the brink of war.
And what do anxious souls seek out during times like this?
[Gustav and Molly] Entertainment.
The people of this terror-stricken town will flock, I guarantee you.
And you will be the genius who made them forget, if only for an hour...
-[groans] -...the frights of the real world.
Yes, well, so far, they only seem frightened of spending money.
Still a-a ton of tickets available.
This new act will loosen their purses. Trust me.
-[grunting] -Save it for the show, Breaker.
Can't have you pulling a quad.
[gnomes scream]
-[whimpering] -[Gustav] Orna,
fairies don't get stage fright, remember?
Here. Courage.
It says so on the bottle.
[teamsters laugh]
Oi, boys. That roof won't fix itself.
I literally cannot keep my tent up.
There's a potion for that. We'll be fine.
-The lads'll fix it, right? -[lads] Aye, Molly.
Hey, Gustav, we have a problem. The Illusionist disappeared.
Fuck, he's good.
But the-the-the Great Sneed was supposed to transform the beast into a bunny.
-We're ruined. -A blessing in disguise.
We'll bring down a volunteer from the audience.
It'll be even sexier.
[sighs]
I've made a huge mistake. Why did I ever listen to you?
-[mascot bear humming] -And you.
Get your fuzzy, fat ass out there and sell some tickets.
[scoffs] I studied at The Van Der Fluit School of Performing Arts for this?
How insulting.
-[groans] -Deep breaths, Gustav.
The girl will be worth every copper.
I have traveled days to have my cards read. [coughs]
My ailment, I need a solution.
Oh, you are the soothsayer, no?
I am indeed.
Now then, let's say some sooths.
The cards tell me...
[chuckles]
[sighs]
...you should rely less on mystical remedies and get thee to a real physician.
A doctor? Can they be trusted?
[coins jingle]
The cards don't lie, friend.
[sighs] Oh...
[Gustav] Keep giving discount readings, and we're gonna fold for sure.
Life's too short for worry, Gustav.
Everything will be as dandy as a de Rolo. Oh. Thousand pardons.
Asshole.
[woman] Wheel of fortune.
[tense music playing]
[laughter]
-[woman screaming] -[gasps]
-[crowd gasps] -[laughs]
[mascot bear] Come see Toya and her Devil Toad.
-Be amazed. Be delighted. Be-- -Quiet.
[mascot bear] Rude.
Hey. Someone gave me this coin.
-What's it for? -[sighs]
Over here.
[Nott] So what's the play? Modern literature? Money pot?
Enemy of my enemy?
Fallen fräulein, I think.
[Nott] Oh. Yeah, yeah. Sure, sure, sure. Yeah, that-that could work.
[whimpers]
[fire breather] Step back and observe.
-[applause] -[Nott gasps]
Are you feeling okay, Nott?
[Nott] What? Uh, y-yeah, yeah, yeah, I'm-I'm fine. Perfect. Why?
[sighs]
Oh. Oh, you are a true friend, Caleb.
I thought you said we couldn't afford it.
I need you in tip-top shape for this.
Easy now.
[hisses]
[gasps]
[crying]
I am in no place to judge. I meant...
easy now because that is our last bottle.
[exhales] Right.
Sorry, yeah, I-I'll nurse it.
Now...
...let us find these bugs.
Have you ever had an elderflower rum cupcake, Fjord? It's amazing.
It could use a little more cinnamon, though.
Come on, Jester, we should head back.
-The carriage to Zadash arrives in-- -In, like, two hours.
Come on. Don't poop on the party.
When was the last time you had a little fun, hmm?
I have fun.
-Woof. Okay. [gasps] -[bell dings]
[carnival vendor] We have a winner!
-Follow me. -Hmm? [grunts]
-[children laugh] -Look at that.
Right on time.
If tonight doesn't work out, Molly,
I am truly sorry.
Save it. You made a home for all of us broken things, Gustav.
You're the only man I know who should apologize for nothing.
[gentle music playing]
This grand party must go on.
[whimsical music playing]
-[laughs] -[crowd gasps]
Make way. Make way for the beast.
Never has such a magical act been seen in this part of the Empire.
[crowd murmuring]
Friends, tonight we gather 'neath the red moon.
Heed this omen, keep your distance,
and watch your fingers if you prize them.
We're in the presence of true greatness and exquisite danger.
Toya the Vivid Voice
and her spectacular Devil Toad.
[Devil Toad growling]
[crowd gasps]
Toya usually only performs for royalty.
The things she can do with her beast will boggle your mind,
but you'll need a ticket to the main tent to see for yourself,
-and there's only a few left. -[chirps] Ticket. Ticket. Need a ticket.
-[eisfuura mother] All right, all right. -Toya.
Welcome to the Fletching and Moondrop Traveling Carnival of Curiosities.
It is an honor.
-I am Gustav Fletching, owner of-- -[Toya] Do you have a death wish?
-What? Oh... -[crowd gasps]
Then stand back.
[crowd gasps]
The beast can smell a child from ten miles away.
[crowd gasps]
But so long as I have these,
he is within my complete control.
[Devil Toad growls]
[Toya] His bloodlust for children curbed.
Aw...
The Lumino Beetles are to be guarded around the clock,
and not to be handled by anyone but myself.
Thy will be done.
-[Toya] Now remember... -You're right. She is good.
[Toya] ...this monstrosity shall be unveiled tonight in the main tent.
Molly.
-[indistinct whispers] -[Toya] That is, if you're brave enough...
-[sighs] -[Toya] ...to bear witness to the might
-and spectacle... -[Gustav] Something wrong?
-Of course not. This is a carnival. -...of the ferocious Devil Toad.
Nothing but fun and games.
-[Toya] Onward! Ya! -[horse neighs]
[Caleb] The supply wagon. The Lumino Beetles are kept there.
[Nott] And... and that weird-ass bug can give you more magic?
Ja.
The luminescent bile inside the insects' abdomen
is a key ingredient in a very powerful spell that is going to--
-[Nott] How much time do you need? -As much as you can give me, my friend.
[Nott] Then it's showtime.
[intense, dramatic music playing]
-What happened? Why'd we stop? -[Nott screams] I've been struck!
Oh, gods, my leg!
It's ground meat, isn't it? No, don't tell me. Oh, the agony!
Somebody find a healer. Uh, and a bottle of something top-shelf.
[sobbing]
[Toya] Someone help that child and fix this wheel.
-The beast is unsafe out here. -[carnie] Right.
You heard her. Come on.
[suspenseful music playing]
[crowd gasps, murmuring]
[gasps]
[panting]
[sighs]
[carnie] Okay. All set.
Where's the beetles?
You didn't get them?
I gave them gold out there. What happened?
She nearly saw me.
Fighting tent's VIP only. Don't start shit.
I'll try my best.
[crowd cheering, applause]
[vibrant music playing]
[announcer] Will local favorite, Huo the Handsome,
beat our reigning champion, Gunther Prast?
Place your bets. Place your bets.
[gambler] I've got five on Prast.
[overlapping shouting]
[bartender] I said you're cut off.
Don't make me summersault over there and pummel you.
Another ale!
You missed your call time, Jobe.
Ugh. This isn't your problem, fortuneteller.
Just 'cause you're Gustav's favorite doesn't mean-- [groans]
When you put the carnival at risk, you're all our problems.
-Isn't that right, Sal? -Sure, Mollymauk.
So, why don't you tell me what's on your mind, and we can fix it,
almost like adults.
[crying]
Orna broke up with me.
Threw away everything we built.
Let's see here...
Bond.
It signifies a connection at its core.
Maybe a return to what brought you together?
[sniffles]
The trapeze?
Talk to her. Show her how you feel, in the air.
I could try that. You're right, Molly.
[laughs] Not me, the cards.
[crowd cheers]
[grunting]
[applause]
Have we met?
'Cause you're very unfamiliar, and I never remember a face.
Not a fan of fisticuffs? Or ale?
So... what is your business?
-[Beau] None of yours, carnie. -[laughs]
You know why people come to the carnival?
[scoffs]
To forget where they came from and just be surrounded by magic.
Yeah, I think you mean "tricks."
Eh, what's the difference? Tricks or magic, either way,
it makes you feel something, doesn't it?
Ah. Just as I thought. You're here to find someone.
But see, all these people came here to forget who they are.
So, why don't you just run along and do the same,
before you chase away our customers.
Look, I'm not here to cause any problems.
[Molly] My word.
What's that one mean?
The Judge is truth and fairness. [scoffs]
You want to serve the greater good.
See? All good. No problems.
[Molly] Mm, no.
But this complicates things. Hmm...
You can't do it alone.
No matter how much you want to.
-[fighter screams] -[announcer] We have a winner!
-[laughing] -[crowd cheers, applause]
[suspenseful music playing]
-[gasps] -Oh.
I think the fella you're meeting has arrived.
-Shit. -Lovely chat.
Let's never do it again sometime.
[Jester] Ooh. This could be fun.
[quirky music playing]
[laughing]
Wow. Look at all these mirrors.
Ooh, so voluptuous, Fjord.
And I am...
a bloodthirsty warrior. [roars]
-All right. -Hold up.
I want to see if I have a decent sized wang.
[grunts] You know, if we miss this carriage to Zadash,
it's a week before the next one.
Zadash, Zadash, Zadash. Fjord, it's a very old city.
It will be there when we arrive.
And so will the magic academy.
I'm just eager is all.
Why?
Look around. There is magic everywhere.
Oh!
[laughs]
[both laugh]
Come on, my liege.
Oh.
[sighs]
Ooh, I love a man in uniform. [laughs]
You see, Traveler? I told you he was a real captain.
[chuckles] Yeah, that's me.
-The captain. -[chuckles] I have so many questions.
First off, did anyone get scurvy?
Also, what is scurvy?
[Dead Eye] Where the fuck is Dairon?
The fuck? Who said that?
[Dead Eye] Show me your forearms.
I'm not one of them. I'm not a Volstrucker.
[Dead Eye] Don't stop.
Keep walking.
[sighs] Where am I going?
[Dead Eye] Behind that maroon tent. Straight ahead.
Left.
Right.
[tense, suspenseful music playing]
Through there.
Hmmph.
And how do I know you're "Dead Eye"?
-Ah. -Where's Dairon?
Busy trying to stop a war.
So she sent a rookie.
I am so sick of doing business with the Soul.
This job is gonna put me in the grave.
Dairon sent me to get a name. A traitor.
You have no clue what you have gotten yourself into.
This is why all you expositors die young.
Lots of learning, but no smarts.
Just give me the name.
Payment first.
The name.
That's not how this works. I'm just a courier.
It's a message stone, idiot.
[stammers] How do I activate it?
Dairon will know.
If you survive long enough to ask her.
[sizzling]
[whistles]
[flute playing jaunty music]
[in Zemnian] You are still just a scared child.
Worthless.
Everyone freezes. It's no big deal.
We'll find another weird glowy beetle thing in the next town.
Lumino Beetles are incredibly rare. This was our one chance.
And I did not just freeze. I was frightened.
If I cannot do this... how will I accomplish anything?
[dramatic music playing]
Hey. Hey!
Where's my horse, you little shits?
-Get off him! -Get off me, you little fucking shit.
[hisses]
-Ew. Gah. -[Nott] I'll kill you.
-Mother's Love. -Huh?
Help! Help! This crazy woman is attacking... my... daughter.
[Nott screams] Oh, Papa, she's hurting me!
[crowd murmuring]
Let go of the girl.
This fucking thief stole my horse.
-I said let go. -[bones crack]
[screams, whimpers, crying]
[crowd gasps]
-[murmuring] -[man] Somebody grab her!
You again?
You promised you weren't going to cause any problems,
and then you go attack a child.
That's not a child, that's a goblin.
[whimpers]
Those aren't mutually exclusive, now are they?
And this carnival is for everyone, except you.
Oh, you're gonna kick me out? I'd like to see you fuckin' tr--
This tall drink of muscle is banned for good.
She never steps foot in here again.
Aw, cool, great.
I wouldn't want to be caught dead in your skeezy freakshow anyway.
[grunts]
Huh?
[grunts] That fucking goblin.
[Nott laughs] That stupid monk.
You didn't freeze back there. You still got it.
Caleb? Caleb? Wh-Where are you going? Caleb!
-Blegh. -Yum. Thank you.
Ooh, games, Fjord. Prizes?
Traveler, are you seeing this?
So... does the Traveler actually respond to you?
Always. Well...
Okay, not recently, but he's always listening.
Right, Traveler?
Yeah, I mean, technically, he is a god,
so he has to, you know, be everywhere,
collect all his sacrifices, say hi to all his followers. [mutters]
Oh. Wow.
Does he have many followers?
Tons. Oh, like, tons, Fjord. Oh, my gosh, so many.
I've never met any, but, yeah, like, tons. Lots.
Ah, test your luck. Take a bite.
-We would love t-- -No, thank you.
-So, when the Traveler talks back... -[laughs]
...it's in your dreams?
[laughing] What? No, silly.
It's like you're talking to me right now. We just hang out, you know?
Like best friends. How else could we go on our amazing adventures together?
-Right. -[gasps] Ooh, let's guess our weight.
Hey, wait. So, um, d-- [chuckles] does he give you commands?
[Jester] What, like, "Do this, Jester, or else"?
[Fjord] Yeah, I guess.
No. Come to think of it, the Traveler has never made me do anything.
-We do stuff together. -[groans] Then what does he want from you?
Fjord, what's wrong?
Nothing. Nothing. I just... never heard of the Traveler, is all.
You could tell me, you know.
We can be friends.
[chuckles]
[lighthearted music playing]
[clears throat]
-Oh, one game can't hurt, I guess. -[squeals]
[laughs]
[sighs] Oh, boy.
Step right up. Test your strength.
[laughs] Easy as pie for you, big fella, hmm?
Ring the bell, win your gal a sugary prize.
He's a sea captain.
All right.
[grunts]
[children laugh]
What? No way. I bet it's rigged.
Here, let me take a turn. [grunts]
[laughs]
[bell dinging]
-We've got a winner! -[crowd cheering, applause]
[vendor] Pick your prize, little lady. Whatever your heart desires. [chuckles]
How about a teddy bear?
No. I want that.
[vendor laughs] Here you go.
No. Uh, really. That's... that's not necessary.
It's a gift, Fjord. To make you feel at home.
You are strong.
And you don't need a carnival game to tell you so.
[sighs] Thanks, Jester.
Whoa. Nice hat.
Where are your tusks, lover boy?
Show some respect.
This man is a feared commander of the sea.
This little guy? [laughs] Feared by who?
-Let's just go, Jester. -They can't talk to you like that.
They need to be taught a lesson. You need to be taught a lesson.
Bring it, bitch.
-[growls] -Now, now,
I don't want to hear any bickering.
Only laughter, shrieks of excitement, moans of pleasure. [chuckles]
Take these tickets to the main stage.
You don't want to miss the fabulous Toya and her dastardly Devil Toad.
-[Orc laughs] Give 'em here. -We'll take three tickets, please.
Hmm?
For me, my new friend Fjord, and my bestie, the Traveler.
He's an invisible god.
How fantastically intriguing.
Thank you so much, but we have a carriage to catch. Come on, Jester.
[Jester groans]
[whimsical music playing]
[gasps] The Moon and the Shadow.
-How very interesting. -Is it? Tell me everything.
I see opportunity for great adventure in your future.
Seizing it would lead to wonderful things.
To refuse the call, only peril.
You hear that? Adventure, Fjord.
We have to.
[sighs] Okay.
[Jester] Yes!
[curious music playing]
-[carnie 1] Get those lights ready. -[carnie 2] Not long till showtime.
-[carnie 3] Has anyone seen my shoes? -[carnie 4] Watch it.
Coming through.
[busy chatter]
[performing vocal warm-up]
[carnie 5] Ten minutes, everyone. Ten minutes.
[contemplative music playing]
Oh, come on, fate. Smile on us tonight.
[Nott] You can't leave.
The bug juice. Your big spell.
Nein, it is gone. I failed.
You-You'll think of something.
I've seen you turn metal into wood. That's amazing.
That? Child's play.
A fraction of what I can do.
Could do.
Not anymore.
[Nott] W-Where'd everyone go?
[Caleb sighs]
Hmm.
-[distant applause] -The show must be starting.
Hmm.
[laughs nervously] What's the play?
Huh? Prince and Pauper?
Rat Food? Gripe and Swipe?
How about something new?
[ominous music playing]
[nearby laughter]
[drunken chatter]
[throat clears]
[mascot bear] Would my fate were to meet a lass of Tal'Dorei.
Plump and kind, a kiss on the hind,
and ne'er a day to be sorry.
-[joyous laughter] -[upbeat music playing]
[Molly] A full house.
I can't believe you pulled this off.
The show must go on.
We must go on.
Well, Mr. Fletching, break a leg out there.
Hmm. Mr. Tealeaf.
I'll see you under the limelight.
-[cheering] -[applause]
My lords, my ladies--
and those of you who don't define as either-- welcome.
I am Gustav Fletching,
proprietor of Fletching and Moondrop's Traveling Carnival of Curiosities.
And without further ado,
please welcome tonight's master of ceremonies,
the inimitable, the fabulous,
the effervescent...
[dark music playing]
...Mollymauk Tealeaf!
[cheering, applause]
Are you ready to be dazzled?
Because this is the moment we've all been waiting for.
[distant] On this eve, I ask each and every one of you
to grant us your imaginations for a trifle,
and allow us to reveal a realm...
[suspenseful music playing]
Caleb, can you hear me?
You can reply to this message.
Loud and clear.
Now I will need you to steer me through.
Okay. Uh, beetles are in the last wagon.
Straight ahead.
Uh, but-but there's three carnies coming.
-Uh, make a left, now. -[carnie] Oh, I got it
at the Sore Socket Haberdashery.
Got it for a steal, if you know what I mean.
-[groans] -[Nott] Ah, I meant my left.
Sorry. Okay, you're in the clear.
-I think. -You think?
And now, behold:
the foulest ferocious fiend,
the Horror of Xhorhas...
...Kylre the Devil Toad!
[curious murmuring]
[laughs softly] Uh...
Now, now. I wouldn't come out without fanfare, either.
Maestro.
[orchestral music playing]
And what would a Toad from the Hells be without its angelic master?
Please welcome Toya the Vivid Voice.
[music stops]
[singing hauntingly]
[singing continues]
[dramatic music playing]
[low snarl]
[whispered chatter]
[audience gasping]
[snarling ominously]
[singing stops]
[singing resumes]
[Devil Toad snarls]
[gasping, cheering]
[excited chatter]
[distant applause]
Okay, I am here.
[tense music playing]
Uh, throw something.
What?
Just do it.
-[clatters] -Huh?
[sighs softly]
[pants] Danke, Nott.
[dramatic music playing]
[growling]
[audience gasping]
[snarls]
[cheering, applause]
Look above, to the lofty lovebirds: Orna and Jobe.
[Toya singing hauntingly]
[growling]
[applause]
And now, who amongst you is brave enough to come face the Devil Toad?
Surely, someone seeks the glory of the stage.
Ooh! Me, me, please.
It's not safe.
Fjord, when you get a once-in-a-lifetime chance, you take it.
-[Molly] Who dares to step forward? -[squealing excitedly]
[laughs] You there.
-Come on down. -[exclaims]
-Uh... -How about a round of applause
-for this brave soul? -[applause]
[Caleb] I have them.
-We did it. -Ha!
O-Of course we did.
Oh, thank you, Nott. I am...
I am grateful to have you as a friend.
Anything you need, I'm here for you.
[screaming frantically]
You. Where's my fucking pearl?
Give it to me. I know you fucking have it.
-[straining] -Stop moving.
-[Caleb] Get off her. -Aha. [groans]
Get the... What the fuck?
No!
-Get off me. Come on. Get... -[Caleb straining]
[Beau] Stupid fucking bear costume.
-[groans] Fucking get off of me. -Oh! [moans]
[Nott] It's mine!
[Beau] Oh... ow!
Fucking slut sewer rat.
Get the fuck...
[shouts]
[Nott] Ow!
[nearby arguing]
Huh?
Nein.
Don't fret, miss.
My pet is totally under my control.
[snarls]
[suspenseful music playing]
-[gasping] -What a brave young woman.
Aye. So daring.
-[audience gasping] -Look.
-Up there. -What's that?
-What are those things? -[gasping]
Wait. The beetles?
-[laughs] -[excited chatter]
[low bellow]
No. No.
[snarling]
[Toya] Get her out of there!
-[audience gasping] -Are you all right?
[scattered shouts]
[audience screaming]
[gasping, laughter]
[screaming]
-[gasping] -[singing hauntingly]
[singing continues]
[snarls]
He's out of my control.
Run!
[audience screaming]
[screaming]
[dark music playing]
[frantic shouting]
[snarling]
[screaming]
[crowd screaming]
[indistinct shouting]
Come to mama. Oof!
Please, everyone remain calm.
This way, please. This way. Don't panic.
I'll help you. This way, please.
[shouts]
Gustav, run!
Call the Townsguard!
[snarls]
[panting, screams]
[bellows]
[screams]
Um, Traveler?
It would be nice if you could help me out,
'cause there's this scary thing that's killing lots of people.
Traveler?
Are you there? [gasps]
[Jester screams]
Jester.
[spectator screams]
Mommy!
Hey.
[dramatic music playing]
Steady there now, son.
It's all right.
Trust me.
[sighs]
Whoa.
[exciting music playing]
[shouts]
Oh, my.
[snarling]
-You okay, Jessie? -My turn.
[magical chiming]
[grunts]
[exclaims]
[panting]
Ring the bell, win a sugary prize? [laughs softly]
[pulsing music playing]
[people screaming]
Gustav.
[straining]
Come with me.
No.
[shouts]
[grunts]
[pulsing music playing]
[whispering voices]
[roars]
[groans softly]
Ugh. [moaning]
[moans]
[blades clatter]
[Nott] Caleb!
[screams wildly]
[somber music playing]
[pained scream]
[snarling]
There.
Come on. Gotcha.
[shouts]
[Nott] Caleb, we can't stay here.
[Beau wails]
[gasps softly]
The thralls.
He is controlling them.
Maybe if he goes down...
Caleb, what are you doing?
[Caleb] Crakofir, vassen
dul-explansash.
[Beau straining]
This fucking frog.
Oh!
[Toya singing hauntingly]
-[Toya shouts] -[thralls snarling]
What?
[somber music playing]
What the hell just happened?
-[rapid footsteps approach] -[Townsguard] Halt! Nobody move.
Hands where we can see them.
[Dead Eye humming]
-[owl hooting] -[gasps]
[laughs]
Fucking paranoid.
-[branch snaps] -[ominous music playing]
[panting]
Who's out there? [whimpers]
[groaning]
What's in the messaging stone?
[stammers]
I-I don't know.
I-I swear. I wa-- I wasn't told.
A name. Uh...
The Soul monk said it was a name.
But I don't know who.
The monk? Huh.
Thank you.
You've been quite helpful.
[exciting music playing]
♪ ♪
Chirp.