### 266

You have taken less than a dozen steps into the black and humid depths, when you glimpse movement below and hear the sound of angry Drakkarim voices: the dead sailor has been discovered. The slick hiss of steel drawn from leather warns you that the crew are about to ascend the stairs. They are enraged and determined to avenge the death of their companion.

If you possess a Fireseed and wish to use it, turn to 302.

If you decide to avoid a confrontation on the stairs, turn to 169.

If you choose to draw a weapon and prepare to defend yourself, turn to 68.