Being ambushed by rogue demons on the road is routine for the Sanzou party. However, when their latest attackers turn out to be humans, the group is left bewildered. The mystery deepens with the appearance of a wandering priest, Hazel Grouse, and his imposing bodyguard, Gaty Nene Hawk. The pair comes from the far West, with Hazel using his resurrection powers to assist grief-stricken villages. While his ability is highly welcomed by the locals, the truth behind it is less miraculous than it appears. Moreover, the resurrected humans develop golden eyes, a trait they share with the group's recent assailants. It seems the friendly priest's intentions are not as generous as they might seem—and the Sanzou party is close to uncovering them.