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Galvanized into action by the fear of what will happen should the Demoness be allowed entry to this world, you cast your eyes and Kai senses across the symbols which are engraved upon the crystal surface of the uppermost tier. Then, in a sudden flash of inspiration, you realize that the symbols themselves are the key to the activation of the Shadow Gate.

You study the symbols and determine that a sequence must be completed in order for you to be able to close the Shadow Gate.

Study the following grid of numbers carefully. When you think you know the missing number, turn to the entry which bears the same number as your answer.20

If you cannot solve the problem, turn to 235.

[20] The section corresponding to the correct answer will have a footnote confirming that it is indeed correct. You have only one chance to guess at the correct answer. If you guess incorrectly, turn immediately to 235.

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