Lysistrata observes that Jessup is rabid, a disease that resurged in the Capitol during the war.
Rabies spread primarily among abandoned dogs and then to humans, killing over a dozen before a vaccine program was implemented.
Coriolanus recalls his childhood spent amidst fear of rabies and remembers the rat bite Jessup suffered, which Lysistrata clarifies was likely from a raccoon.
Anxiety spreads among the audience due to the revelation of Jessup’s condition, prompting discussions and fear of a new outbreak.
Coriolanus experiences growing concern as he watches Jessup head towards Lucy Gray in his rabid state.
Lucy Gray evades Jessup and climbs debris in the arena while Coriolanus orders a drone to deliver her water because she seems dehydrated.
Jessup becomes more disoriented and falls, injuring himself, and points to water which triggers his hydrophobia - a symptom of rabies.
Lysistrata, realizing the severity of Jessup's condition, begins ordering multiple bottles of water in an attempt to use Jessup's hydrophobia to keep him away from Lucy Gray.
As the drones with water bottles arrive, Lucy Gray uses Jessup's reaction to her advantage, driving Jessup into a frenzy and eventually a fatal fall.
Jessup dies from his injuries, and Lucy Gray carefully washes away the foam from his mouth, covering his face with a napkin to show respect.
Lysistrata, despite grieving, sends food to Lucy Gray for her survival.
Coriolanus observes other tributes looting and considers how it could align with his plan to poison them.
Lysistrata is taken away by Lepidus, and there's a discussion that confirms Jessup's rabies was contracted in the Capitol, not the districts.
Mentors discuss the remaining tributes, and Lysistrata leaves the Games, with Coriolanus feeling a sense of loss.
The ten remaining mentors have dinner, watch a tribute feature, and then Coriolanus heads home worried about Lucy but comforts himself that she's equipped to survive.
Once home, Tigris meets Coriolanus, and they discuss his traumatic experiences in the arena inferred from the state of his clothing.
Tigris expresses her distress over the situation imposed upon Coriolanus and laments what the Capitol has made him endure.
Coriolanus remains hopeful about winning some form of prize, despite the horrors he's witnessed.
Tigris reveals a dire situation: they've received a tax bill they can't afford, suggesting the imminent loss of their family home.