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The passage runs in an uninterrupted straight line for several hundred yards before arriving at a great circular room constructed of granite blocks. Cold air falls from a dark opening overhead and dozens of ropes and pulleys extend from this shaft, hanging down to touch the flag stoned floor. A large square door, furnished with brass and iron studs, is situated to your left. Apart from the shaft it appears to be the only exit from this chamber.

If you possess a Brass Key, turn to 141.

If you do not have this Backpack Item, turn to 255.

Text copyright © 1991 Joe Dever.
Illustrations copyright © 1991 Brian Williams.