This chapter provides context about the Blackfoot Native American tribe and introduces some characters. It establishes that the story takes place in a simulated "Ageless Zone" and focuses on:
1) Ani-Mei giving Solan an overview of the matrilineal Lenmana culture and encouraging him to travel around the region.
2) A group of Lenmana teenagers deciding to go to a new club called DeeJay's that has a bar, dance floor, and serves food.
3) At the club, Jacy defends her cousin Adoette from an unwanted advance and some of the teenagers get sick from drinking.