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Upon arriving in the past, Vio finds himself amidst a conflict between two warring groups: the Russ people and the nomadic Cumans. He witnesses a courageous hero named Olesko being attacked by Cuman soldiers and, despite his initial trepidation, inadvertently distracts the attackers—a pivotal action that allows Olesko to escape with him.
As they reach the safety of Raina Fortress, the locals regard Vio with suspicion due to his unique clothing and mannerisms. This leads to his temporary imprisonment, where he learns about the cultural context of this time and slowly begins to understand his situation. It becomes apparent to Vio that he must learn how to return to his own time, initiating a quest for an astrologer to understand the next solar eclipse.