### 164

Suddenly, the shrill blast of a war-horn makes your blood freeze. Red-clad bandit warriors suddenly leap from the dense foliage and charge towards your men. The odds are against you, for you are outnumbered by at least three to one. There may be no escape from this deadly ambush.

If you wish to rally your men to stand and fight, turn to 299.

If you decide to order a hasty retreat into the mine, turn to 52.