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You suddenly realize that you have entered a remote section of the Maaken mines via a disused passage from the foothills of the Maaken range. For hundreds of years, the ore of this range has been the blessing and the bane of thousands drawn here to seek their fortune. Men have either found wealth beyond their wildest dreams, or have perished without trace in the labyrinth of cold, damp tunnels. You know that if only you can locate a section of this mine that is still in use, you will be able to follow its tunnels all the way to Ruanon itself. As Ruanon lies to the south, you decide to take the south passage out of the chamber.

Turn to 101.

Text copyright © 1985 Joe Dever.
Illustrations copyright © 1985 Gary Chalk.