Max's old group is back together. But before they throw themselves into battle with the menacing hordes of the Demon Lord, Julia, Fred and Leo want to know from Max why he didn't just ask them for help on his own. But can he really trust them? On the other hand, Max's hesitation has already cost him a lot in the past and now it's even more important. Because his arch enemy Astaroth is not giving up on restraint and is preparing a thorny reception for the heroes...