Ben wakes from a nightmare and says an alien is coming after him. Grandpa Max tells them they’re going to Mt Rushmore immediately. The alien from Ben's dream attacks them along the way.  Ben tries to fight him, but the alien seems to know the Omnitrix's abilities. Grandpa doesn't stop to help Ben, he and Gwen continue to their destination, he reveals some secrets to his past, and his connection to the alien. Grandpa hopes to gather some weapons to help Ben in his battle.