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You reach the cover of a dense pine copse and quickly dismount. Having secured Bracer's reins to a tree, you move to the edge of the copse to try to catch a glimpse of your attackers. You have no difficulty seeing them: a dozen brigands, armed with crossbows and swords, are rushing through the undergrowth towards your hiding place.

If you possess a Bow and wish to use it, turn to 330.

If you do not, turn to 136.

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