Dalinar and his generals analyze the victorious battle on the Emuli front. The Radiants return from a scouting mission in Tukar, which is ruled by Ishar, one of the Heralds. Dalinar plans another trip there, hoping to visit the Herald to discuss his newfound powers.

Jasnah searches her notes for something that might help retake Urithiru. She is also concerned that Odium can see too far into the future for them to fight him, but Wit reminds her that all they need to do is make sure Odium cannot win, rather than seeking Odium’s complete loss. He has put together a draft of a contract for Dalinar and Odium’s contest of champions. His version of the contest is more about testing the hearts of the champions rather than traditional fighting.

The Sibling contacts Kaladin, calling for help because the Fused have found the final node for her tower shield. The Sibling also reveals that the Fused will kill all the Radiants once they’ve breached this final gemstone node. At the Sibling’s request, Kaladin sends Rlain and Dabbid to Navani and then heads to the node. Meanwhile, Teft and Lift head to the infirmary, intending to wake all the unconscious Radiants.