Mia and Yuli jump all over Anubis for causing Ryo and Rowen to disappear, but Anubis explains himself. Inside, Anubis tells Mia and Yuli about his life before Talpa recruited him. Anubis senses danger, and Dais' presence is revealed. Anubis effortlessly knocks Dais out, sending his helmet flying off. Anubis tries to convince Dais that Talpa is merely using him for the power of his armor, and that Talpa's promises of power and riches have all been lies. Dais listens to everything Anubis has to say, and then leaves. In the Nether Realm, Ryo, Rowen, and Black Blaze find themselves in a stunningly beautiful landscape, complete with flowers and sparkling streams. After travelling through a gate, Ryo and Rowen are greeted by the nether spirits, who merge into a single giant face. The priest tells them to enjoy the beauty of the land, and not to fight the tranquility they have found. Ryo and Rowen dismiss the priest's offering of peace, and move further. Meanwhile, Talpa taunts the three captured Ronin Warriors. After telling them that resisting him creates more energy for him to use, he siphons their energy and from it forms a large sword, which will be used to combat the remaining two Ronins. Before passing out, Sage calls out to Ryo. Hearing Sage's distant call, Ryo realizes his friends are alive, and he and Rowen are determined to free them. Elsewhere, Kayura presents Dara, a resident demon under the employ of Talpa, with the sword. Kayura returns to her chamber in Talpa's castle, and her armor disperses. After a second or two of nudity, Kayura is dressed in a kimono. She reports to Talpa that she has done as he requested. Outside, Dara and a very large army of demon soldiers surround Ryo, Rowen, and Black Blaze. As the three attempt to fight against the swarm of opponents, Kayura's chestplate glows, and she sees a vision of Ryo.