Woody decides they need a stronger pet to fight off Thales and his goons. He finds Veldor and asks him to join their team, but Yangidon is dead set against it. Apparently, Yangidon once got demolished by Veldor in the past. Feeling embarrassed in front of his teammates, and feeling belittled by Veldor, Yangidon pounces on Veldor in a fit of rage and they both get swept away in the water. They end up being stuck together in a cave. The situation forces them to become closer which helps them form a lasting friendship.