In "The Death Mist," the tenth chapter of the Flash Gordon series, Emperor Ming’s loyal agents, Torch and Sonja, stage a daring escape from their prison cells within Prince Barin's palace. They overpower the radio operator and send false orders to ground all of Barin's rocket ships, leaving the kingdom vulnerable to Ming’s incoming bombers. Dale Arden uncovers their plan but is quickly captured by the treacherous duo. After issuing the false orders and destroying the radio, Torch and Sonja flee to the palace roof, pursued by Flash Gordon. Amidst the battle with Torch, Flash hears Ming’s bombers closing in, raising the stakes. With Dale in danger and the kingdom unprotected, Flash faces an impossible choice—can he rescue Dale and stop the bombers in time to save the day?