Ash Lane, a Mech Pilot who gains powers by destroying mech suits, faces a Level 2 Grade S opponent and defeats him effortlessly using a summoned snow spirit. Despite losing repeatedly in duels, Ash persistently challenges others, frustrating Ivy Weiss, his fiancée, who breaks their engagement because he is not strong enough. Ash then unlocks a hidden limiter within his system and calls for an enhancement, provoking anger from his family who disgrace him and demand he leave. The episode ends with Ash preparing to embrace his new power while facing rejection and family conflict.