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With the angry squeals of the Vazhag patrol ringing in your ears, you race through the portal and escape along the winding passageway beyond. For nearly a mile you run without slowing until you turn a corner and are brought skidding to a halt by an unwelcome sight: a group of rat-men advancing along the passageway towards you. Although you have gradually outdistanced your pursuers, the sound of their squealing reminds you that they are still hot on your trail.

Trapped between the two approaching enemy patrols, you look in vain for some other means of escape.

If you wish to use your Kai skills to try to hide from the approaching Vazhag, turn to 82.

If you decide to ambush the oncoming patrol in an attempt to break through them and escape before your pursuers arrive, turn to 62.