The party deals with the aftermath of a battle that left Val possessed by his ancestors. They struggle to communicate with the entity now inhabiting Val's body while debating how to proceed. Meanwhile, Niv discovers mysterious soul coins and learns their dark history from Betofino. The group is joined by reinforcements, including some of their teachers, as they make their way to Tika's Tavern. Along the journey, Betofino reveals his past as part of the legendary Seven Swords and his connection to Tika's Tavern.