The coalition corners Mikael at his final stronghold. Ares is led to Mikael under the pretense of saving his girlfriend Ariadne, whom Mikael has kidnapped. As the two engage in a duel, it is revealed the Mikeal never kidnapped Ariadne. As the fight intensifies Mikeal suddenly lowers his guard allowing Ares to fatally wound him. Mikael tells Ares, that he never intended to kill Ares and wanted to die by his sword. Mikael states though initially, he had no regrets, he did regret choosing Ares to kill him. Mikael regretted the choice only after seeing Ares' crying face. After Mikael dies Ares, Baroona, and another surviving Temple Mercenary Douglas, defend Mikael's body from defilement and mutilation.