When the sun cast its golden canopy across the azure vault of heaven, a loud cry echoed from the lookout down to Goudarz, warning the venerable commander of an approaching cloud of dark dust that blotted out the sky. Mounting his swift steed, Goudarz rode forth with a heavy heart, only to behold the glorious royal banner of Fariburz, son of Kay Kavus. The aged champion dismounted and embraced the prince; together they wept bitter tears for the fallen sons and valiant heroes of the House of Goudarz. Fariburz comforted the grieving father and brought glad tidings: Rostam of Zabulistan was riding hard to their aid, commanding the Iranian lords to hold their positions on Mount Homavon until his golden lion banner appeared upon the horizon.
Meanwhile, in the Turanian camp, scouts alerted the Khaqan of Chin and Piran of Viseh to the arrival of Iranian reinforcements. Amidst the rising apprehension, Kamos of Kashan—a warrior of monstrous strength and pride—stepped forward. With haughty arrogance, Kamos mocked the fears of his allies, scorning Rostam's renown and swearing to snare the mighty elephant-bodied champion single-handedly in battle. Piran praised Kamos's bold words, renewing the spirits of the Turanian host. Up on the heights of Homavon, when Lord Tous received news of Rostam's approach, he rallied his exhausted warriors, recalling Rostam's legendary triumphs over the demons of Mazandaran and inspiring the army to stand firm for the glorious counter-offensive to come.