A Funeral Service is held for Kaizer Heinrich inside the Cathedral of Precision. After the mass, mourners are invited up to speak in his memory. Lord Ruthven, the kaizer's nephew, speaks about his close association with the family. Inspired by his words, Gergesene and Steinhardt pledge their loyalty to Ruthven, and against the forces of Bosch, when they have the opportunity to speak. Spontaneous support erupts for Ruthven as the new kaizer, but he insists the funeral continue. In a strange break with tradition, the kaizer will be cremated instead of interred. Everyone is asked to leave the cathedral after they quickly pay their respects to the kaizer. Salvatori asks for forgiveness, and Fadyr promises to make the kaizer proud. Then they, and even the Landsknechts leave
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