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You run back into the cave as fast as you can, but the Kalkoth are familiar with this route and they are gaining on you. As you reach the frozen waterfall, you notice the slab of a silvery mineral overhanging the cave mouth.

If you possess a weapon, you may strike this outcrop and attempt to block the cave, by turning to 142.

If you do not, you will have to stand and fight the creatures as they emerge from the cave. Turn to 32.

Text copyright © 1984 Joe Dever.
Illustrations copyright © 1984 Gary Chalk.