Episode 2 commences with a poignant flashback, depicting Willow's return to Sorsha, voicing his concern that the barrier cannot forever shield them from their adversaries. After all, we witnessed their breach and assault in the previous episode. The heart of the matter lies in Madmartigan's quest. Some time ago, Sorsha dispatched him on a mission, having uncovered a clue in the ancient scrolls about the location of the Kymerian Cuirass. He embarked with a squire nine days ago, yet since then, silence has reigned. It is said that only Elora possesses the power to vanquish the Crone, and Willow desires to mentor her. However, Sorsha swiftly shatters his optimism, declaring that he is not a formidable sorcerer... and never shall be.
With the revelation that Dove is Elora, we shift to the present moment, where she is introduced to Mims, Willow's daughter, alongside the other villagers of Nelwyn. Kit, however, is displeased and reluctant to open her heart to these strangers, arrogantly claiming that she cares only for Airk. Kit urges for an expedited expedition, whereas Willow intends to train Elora, the Chosen One. Consequently, the Nelwyns desire for her to undergo the "Finger Test." When Elora falters, we shift to Kit, who smiles smugly. Elora, too, desires to press onward, convinced that time is fleeting and Airk must be found.
Meanwhile, Sorsha guards Elora's identity, yet unfortunately, the Crone has already sprung into action. The Lich, the mystical creature we encountered in the previous episode, has stabbed Ballantine, rendering him under its control. He is dispatched to track down Elora. Soon, Ballantine reveals his true malice, striking out at his companions. With evil brewing and making its move, Mims persuades her father to follow Elora and ensure her safety, brandishing a sorcerer's wand. Parallel to this, we find Kit, discontented that Elora is the Chosen One. No longer the center of attention, she harbors resentment. In fact, she suggests that Willow planted the mark on Elora's arm.
Jade firmly put Kit in her place, sternly instructing the arrogant, obstinate child to do as she pleased while the rest of the group desperately searched for Elora. As Kit rode off in defiance, Elora was discovered by the riverbank, her face etched with fear. Willow was the first to find her and soon the two reached a consensus to journey to Immemorial City, a destination beyond the treacherous Shattered Sea.
As the caravan set out, they encountered Kit, still unrepentant and unapologetic for her selfish abandonment. She appeared indifferent as Willow spoke of the lifeforce that pulsed through the world and the magic that surrounded them. Their conversation was interspersed with amusing moments as Elora struggled to master the incantations, her words becoming increasingly distorted.
Ballantine arrived at Nelwyn with urgency, demanding to know the caravan's whereabouts. Mims lied, claiming they had returned to Tir Asleen, but the wagon tracks betrayed the lie. Undeterred, Ballantine hastened his pursuit, intent on capturing his quarry.
However, time was of paramount importance, as Elora struggled to conjure any meaningful magic. Kit scoffed at the endeavor, questioning its purpose. Yet, Graydon sat with Elora in silent encouragement, insisting that she was anything but ordinary, that she possessed a rare and remarkable essence. This moral reinforcement allowed Elora to gather her focus, repeating the words over and over. But before she could fully master them, she was struck unconscious and taken by Ballantine, who materialized from the shadows.
In her place, however, a plant emerged. It seemed the magic had taken root, blossoming into reality. Meanwhile, unaware of the turn of events, Willow confided in Silas, revealing a vision of horror: a battlefield where he awoke to find Elora lifeless. Willow warned that Elora's death was the only way to save the world. But could fate itself be altered?
