Sakuna is called back to the capital, where she gets to taste the rice that her mother cultivated. She decides that she wants to produce such delicious rice herself as well.
Amahoho becomes tainted in the capital. Sakuna sneaks in to get to the bottom of the rumors that Kokorowa is behind it. Eventually, this leads to a conflict between the two friends.
Sakuna and the others find an injured Oni and argue about what to do with him. Following Kokorowa's suggestion, they eventually track his trail and discover the root of the evil.
The only way to defeat Omizuchi is to forge a new Blade of Hoshidama, which requires Tama to be melted down. Will Sakuna sacrifice her beloved Tama for the good of the island?