: The episode opens with a backstory about a catastrophic drought in Daeho's past. The mages' prayers for water resulted in a hailstone that transformed into the Soul Ejector , a powerful artifact capable of bringing the dead back to life or stealing the essence of the living.
: The episode concludes with Mu-deok attempting to stall Kil-ju to protect Jang Uk. When Kil-ju attacks, Jang Uk intervenes, setting the stage for a major confrontation. ClubHiDef.com_Alchemy.of.Souls.S01E07.mkv
: Jang Uk, Seo Yul, and the Crown Prince form an unlikely trio to find her. Jang Uk eventually locates the mirror and, realizing that the illusions it presents are false, covers it with a cloak. This act breaks the spell and allows him to rescue Mu-deok. Rising Threats : : The episode opens with a backstory about
, a subordinate of Jin Mu, begins tracking Mu-deok, having realized she is the soul-shifter Naksu. He intends to use a soul-shifting stone to take over Jang Uk's body. When Kil-ju attacks, Jang Uk intervenes, setting the
: Mu-deok is lured into a room of relics at Jinyowon and becomes trapped inside a mirror that shows people their true desires to steal their energy.
Watch the official preview for a closer look at the illusions and confrontations in this episode:
