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Under cover of the thick, black smoke generated by the creature's breath, you stalk forward, weapon in hand, determined to strike before it can muster enough bile to fuel a second gout of flame. The beast does not expect such a bold move and you are able to creep within striking distance of its vulnerable eyes.

Zhengha: COMBAT SKILL 35 ENDURANCE 42

This creature is immune to Mindblast (but not Psi-surge).

If you win the combat, turn to 265.

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