pilgrimage-quest

Peter Sands experiments with toxic drugs from the war to induce altered states of consciousness, seeking a painful but transformative spiritual awakening symbolized by a divine 'sting of death.' He experiences visions of divine and humble entities, prompting discussions on theology, humility, and the nature of divine-human separation. Meanwhile, Tibor McMasters confronts his fear of a religious pilgrimage to find the God of Wrath, engaging in a dialogue about confession, guilt, and spiritual duty that leads to his tentative acceptance of Christian guidance.

Tibor McMasters, accompanied by his dog Toby and a cow, is rescued after his cart becomes stuck, revealing his ongoing pilgrimage to find Carleton Lufteufel, the feared Deus Irae. Pete Sands and Jack Schuld discuss their complex views on Lufteufel's divine wrath persona and devise a plan to deceive Tibor to prevent him from immortalizing Lufteufel's image, highlighting tensions between faith, power, and artistic truth in a post-apocalyptic world.