With Ryker missing, tensions run high among the guild, bringing more questions than answers, causing Gilbert to harbor more doubt about Eric's intentions, while Ryker finds an unlikely friend who helps him out of an unfortunate situation. As the crew grows closer to the egg, more and more obstacles find their way into their path. Broken bridges, parties, veiled betrayals, and complicated conflictions slowly separate the group as they struggle to maintain focus on their task. Will they manage to get to the egg, or fall apart before they reach the lair?