### 203

Your improved Kai skill warns you that to the north a tribe of hungry swamp creatures are lurking at the edge of the pool in search of prey. You and Paido would provide an excellent meal for these beasts. To the south the track takes you away from the heart of the swamp, and consequently further away from your goal.

If you wish to go north and brave the swamp creatures, turn to 36.

If you decide to go south, turn to 300.

Text copyright © 1987 Joe Dever.
Illustrations copyright © 1987 Gary Chalk.