In this episode, Mason reveals unexpected powers during a confrontation where Gary, who uses a 'Fortified Defense' ability, deflates after sustaining effort. Mason anticipates Gary's weakness and survives a trap involving bad rat meat. This shocks others, as Mason not only avoids harm but possesses multiple abilities, including prophecy and power theft from infected humans. Despite suspicions about his identity, Mason insists he means no harm, contrasting himself with past attackers. The episode ends with Mason preparing to steal powers in this uncertain battle, leaving his true motives and next moves unclear.