With their Zoids resupplied, the group head to Sakusa, a Village that has not only Ron's Zoid, but also hot springs. Ruuji is caught by surprise, having never seen a hot spring before, and initially believes the village is on fire. They go to see the mechanic, Jingo, who is busy working and does not reply to Ruuji's questions about the Generators. Ron gets his Bamburian back off the mechanic and challenges Ruuji to a practice session. They duel without weapons, but Ron easily dodges Ruuji's assaults, evading by only a sliver so as to catch Ruuji off-guard. He is quickly able to win.