Jarad is seeking divine ascendence, that is, becoming a god. He needs to complete a final feat to complete his ascendence.
Sarita sends a message to Kabel, but the message cuts off. They walk in to the chamber and are separated as the ground collapses. As they navigate through a labyrinth and make their way towards the tree of life, they attack Jarad with ranged attacks. Finally, Kabel uses his pendant and casts a freezing sphere, destroying Jarad.
Artair and Valia sacrifice themselves to the tree, and are both given a second chance at life. Artair returns as a 15 year-old boy.