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The Vordak removes a bony hand, drenched in blood, from the Itikar's back and claws at a black iron mace hanging from its belt. It raises the weapon and lunges at your head. It is impossible to evade its attack; you must fight the creature to the death.

Vordak: COMBAT SKILL 17 ENDURANCE 25

Unless you have the Kai Discipline of Mindshield, deduct 2 points from your COMBAT SKILL for the duration of this fight, for the Vordak is attacking you with its Mindforce. It is immune to Mindblast.

If you win the fight, turn to 203.

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