Marco faces the Ghost General Tier beast as part of a crucial trial that promises control over the Lakes' resources. While others doubt his ability and expect him to take at least 20 moves, Marco surprises everyone by skillfully using 28 moves to defeat the beast, including the Lakes' secret Inferno Blade technique. Though slower than the prodigy Colton Mckee, Marco's performance places him among the top contenders in Focrad. The episode ends with the challenge passed but anticipation building as the next trial participant steps forward.