### 41

Three rangers gallop past the river bank, closely followed by the Giaks on their snarling Doomwolves.

The bank is steep and you are spotted by the Giak leader who orders five of his troops to open fire at you with their bows. Their black arrows rain down on you.

If you decide to paddle downstream as fast as you can, turn to 174.

If you decide to head for the cover of the trees on the opposite bank, turn to 116.