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The iron door is unlocked, but you discover to your horror that the hinges are so badly rusted that the door will not move an inch. Suddenly, the Yawshath appears at the top of the stone staircase, snickering and gibbering horribly. It fixes you with its red eyes and prepares to pounce.

If you have completed the Lore-circle of Fire (that is, you possess the Magnakai Disciplines of Weaponmastery and Huntmastery), turn to 65.

If you do not possess these skills and wish to prepare to defend yourself, turn to 222.

If you would rather turn and run deeper into the ruins, turn to 285.

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