In the poignant eighth episode of Season 3 of "The Legend of Vox Machina," a haunting flashback transports us to the fateful moment when Vox Machina first encountered Percy, an occasion marked by their daring rescue of him from the clutches of prison, thereby lifting the solitary veil that had shrouded his existence. As the narrative shifts to the present, the town of Whitestone is steeped in mourning over the loss of Percy, with Scanlan arriving mere moments too late to attend his funeral.
Vex, overwhelmed with sorrow, collapses at the feet of Percy's lifeless body, her tears flowing as she laments the fact that she never had the courage to reciprocate his love. In a heartfelt confession to Vax, she declares that her love seems cursed, destined to bring ruin wherever it touches.
Elsewhere, Vax, driven by a mixture of fear and realization, seeks forgiveness by knocking on Keyleth's door. He admits his fear of the future but also confesses his desire to embrace it rather than flee. Their subsequent reunion, marked by a tender kiss, signifies a new beginning.
As dawn breaks, Vax awakens to a vision from the Matron of Ravens, an omen that sets the stage for an unexpected confrontation. In the dead of night, Raishan confronts him, urging him to confront Thordak. She reveals a shocking truth: it was Thordak who wreaked havoc on their hometown, igniting the flames of their past.
With this newfound knowledge, Vax intercepts Vex, who is attempting to leave in the grip of despair. He gently but firmly reminds her that she cannot let her grief relegate her to a frozen state once more. Instead, he urges her to join him in seeking justice for their mother and Percy.
Meanwhile, Pike offers Scanlan solace, reassuring him that he bears no blame for his absence. She then notices a poignant song he composed for Kaylie, a testament to his unspoken emotions.
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Thordak's entire brood is poised to emerge from their nests soon, prompting a unified decision to expedite their strategies. Grog ponders whether they might amass a military contingent from their newly forged alliances. Keyleth persuades the Ashari to lend their aid, while Grog secures Groon's support, and Whitestone mobilizes its troops. Vax attempts to enlist Kash and Zahra, but they politely decline his plea.
Meanwhile, Vex ventures towards her father in Syngorn, pleading with him to confess that Thordak was the one who took her mother's life. For years, she harbored the misconception that her exile and her mother's demise were a result of her and Vax's actions. Now, she casts blame upon him for abandoning his own flesh and blood. With desperation in her voice, she implores him to stand by her side now.
Scanlan stumbles upon Pike, who is serenading the air with a melody he composed for Kaylie. He confides in her that he cannot present the song to her, for he fears he cannot embody both a nurturing father figure and a dedicated team member.
Reinforcements from Syngorn arrive at Whitestone, bolstering their ranks. The Ashari warriors and soldiers brace themselves for a confrontation with the dragons. Raishan enlightens them about a concealed entrance to Thordak's lair, through which Vox Machina can infiltrate stealthily.
As they take flight, they swiftly maneuver to dodge dragons that patrol the vicinity of the entrances. They unearth the clandestine passage, but it has been recently sealed, beginning to crumble under its own weight. The earth quakes beneath the front lines, signaling Thordak's approach. With a singular fiery exhalation, he lays waste to numerous warriors.
