Page 9: - King Harald appears in a grand throne hall. - A silhouetted swordsman enters the scene. - Multiple eyes manifest in darkness. - An empty throne with a sword is shown. Page 10: - Dark energy erupts around King Harald. - Symbols similar to Blackbeard Jolly Roger appear. - Onlookers react with alarm to the surge. Page 11: - Harald transforms into a monstrous form. - A pentagram is ordered carved in Elbaf. - Elbaf joins the World Government. Page 12: - Quest Castle interior contains a pentagram on the floor. - The king of Elbaf kneels in the courtyard. - Eyes observe from darkness. Page 13: - King directly addresses the massive warrior as Mu. - Warrior claims intent to carry Elbaf's history burden alone. - Smaller warrior states Elbaf was never meant to join the fold. Page 14: - Explosion damages Quest Castle exterior. - King demands to be chained to a pillar to resist control. - Loki is confirmed imprisoned after an incident. Page 15: - Loki is released from the Jail Realm of the Dead. - Elder Jarul lives near a house on a hill. - Harald the Benevolent is shown in a framed portrait as Elbaf's most beloved king. - Chapter 1168 ends with teaser for the day of the castle massacre.