Douglas Dire confronts Thomas Black, exposing his manipulations and demanding answers about the past. Using the ring, Dire forces Thomas into a vision of the desert ruins of Nimrud, where a mysterious voice urges him to remember. As memories resurface, Dire recalls his connection to an ancient being—the Lamassu. When the legendary guardian emerges from the sand, she confirms Dire's role in stopping Zababa and reveals that Thomas Black has miscalculated. With the truth exposed, Dire prepares for the final battle.