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| - On 's island, she packs furiously, knowing that and the are on their way. Hoping to make an escape, she opens her door to find him waiting for her, and demanding answers.
meanwhile, knows that there will soon be a confrontation. His nephew will come for him, and try to get revenge, after his memory was wiped by a spell. That spell has worn off, and he has no doubt that the Masters of the Universe will soon be on their way. The cowardly desperately attempts to fortify against the coming siege, despite Skeletor's lack of interest in doing so.
In the remote village of Veridas, He-Man and his allies gather to discuss their plan of action. He-Man believes that he should face Skeletor alone, knowing that his uncle will expect him to form an army, because that is what he would do. Putting it to a vote, the other Masters do not agree. So, determined to do it his way, He-Man tells of his plan to leave by himself come nightfall. Annoyed at his stubbornness Teela insists on coming with him.
That night, Skeletor waits on the ramparts, sensing He-Man's approach. He is angered that he spent so long thinking that the castle was the source of He-Man's power, when it was the sword all along. He had been deceived by the , and had killed her in response.
He-Man and Teela fight their way through Skeletor's men without much trouble, but they are surprised to meet Skeletor himself on the battlefield. Mockingly, Skeletor shows He-Man the sorceress' severed head, prompting a visceral attack of anger from his nephew. This pleases him, as it indicates that finally, He-Man is ready to fight to the death; to see that they are mortal enemies. Using his staff, he tears open the earth, covering the ground in flames.
Warning that while might may win the war, it is honour that wins peace, He-Man faces his uncle one-on-one. Unfortunately, Skeletor knocks the Power Sword from his hands and into the flaming fissure. However, He-Man explains that it was never the sword that held the power. The power of Grayskull resides within him. With a hefty punch, He-Man knocks Skeletor into the flaming fissure. Teela wonders if he will die, and be gone for good. He-Man lies that he thinks so, knowing that Skeletor will survive. Sadly, he tosses his uncle's staff into the fire, and warns that there will be no more pity from him next time.
Skeletor wakes at the bottom of the fissure, where he is guided to his new master - .
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