John and Carlos are pulled into a supernatural recreation of a Vietnam-esque jungle.
The episode starkly contrasts how different veterans handle their past. Carlos uses therapy and openness to cope, while John remains an "armored" person, choosing to bury his pain deep inside.
A secondary plot involves Mary Campbell working through her grief over the loss of her cousin, Maggie, aided by Latika.
The story follows John and Carlos as they investigate the mysterious death of a fellow veteran. The investigation leads them to a "God of War" named , who has been feeding on the rage and trauma of soldiers.