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The tunnel descends, by slope and staircase, deeper into the bowels of the citadel. In the distance you see a torchlit chamber and hear the sound of Giaks screaming in agony. As you draw closer to the room, your suspicions are confirmed that you have stumbled upon a torture chamber.

The Drakkarim torturers are too preoccupied with the mutilation of their charges to notice you slipping through their grisly workplace to the tunnel beyond. This leads to a large stairwell from where you can see many levels, above and below.

If you wish to ascend the stairs, turn to 145.

If you choose to descend the stairs, turn to 106.

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