The time has come to fight or die. With Federation forces converging upon the Gekko's hiding place, the crew must scramble to finish repairs and prepare themselves for the inevitable. However, in the midst of the coming tide of violence, a very ill Eureka vanishes into depths of the surrounding caves - taking the Nirvash with her.

Morale is at an all time low. With Eureka's condition worsening, Holland's anger is directed at Renton. Without his closest friend and under Holland's constant abuse, Renton decides that it's finally time to grow up and leave the Gekko forever...