The Watcher pays an ominous visit to Odin and brings dire news of a future yet to come. Meanwhile, Thor and Lady Sif are locked in deadly combat with the unstoppable Destroyer. Worse yet, the mighty Thunder God can not raise a hand in his own defense for fear of injuring the essence which fuels his silent adversary, Tarene the Designate. Plus, the return of Asgard's greatest enemy!