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As you turn to leave, the vaxeler bids you to wait. From a bundle of rags hidden beneath the bridge, he produces a gem-encrusted mace. The weapon is carved from solid silver and adorned with emeralds and diamonds along the haft. 'Take it, I beseech you, as a token of my eternal thanks.'

If you wish to accept this gift, mark the Jewelled Mace on your Action Chart as a Special Item (which you carry tucked into your belt) before leaving the cave.

Turn to 241.

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