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Having listened to your explanation the giants react with scepticism, but, despite their doubts, they are clearly fascinated by your appearance and the sound of your voice. 'We are the Yoacor,' says the leader, proudly. 'We are the Lords of Yanis--the Shining City--and masters of the Abaxial of Czenos. Come, we will take you to our realm where you may tell your strange story to the Beholder. He will divine its worth.'

He beckons you to approach his dragonmount and you step forward. The thought of being left marooned in this wilderness is all you need to persuade you to obey his command.

Turn to 205.

Text copyright © 1987 Joe Dever.
Illustrations copyright © 1987 Brian Williams.