Khepri was known for his dependability and competence, so it was almost embarrassing to find himself being tailed by two gnomes. He wanted to teach them a lesson but was stopped by Atem. His mercy would be rewarded: unbeknownst to Khepri, the gnomes would save his life. After being ambushed and captured by Set, the two gnomes came to his rescue and led him back to safety. This changed his view of the races of Vathria, and he gradually began to befriend them.