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The relief is instantaneous. Quickly you move from one stone to the next until you arrive at the shadowy opening in the wall. Echoing in the darkness, you hear the rustle and slither of unseen things. Suddenly something round and black breaks through the surface of the lake, splitting the night with its hideous cry. It hovers for a few seconds above the water before hurtling towards you at an unnerving speed.

If you wish to take cover inside the fissure, turn to 16.

If you wish to draw a weapon and prepare for combat, turn to 342.

If you have a bow and wish to use it, turn to 225.

Text copyright © 1986 Joe Dever.
Illustrations copyright © 1986 Gary Chalk.