### 334

You release the straining bowstring but the speed of the war-dog’s attack spoils your aim. The Arrow misses by a hair’s breadth and shatters against the floor. An instant later the dog is upon you, knocking you down, its fang-filled jaws snapping within inches of your unprotected face.

Akataz: COMBAT SKILL 24 ENDURANCE 25

This hound is especially susceptible to psychic attack. If you can and wish to use a psychic attack during combat, double all bonuses to which you are entitled.

If you win this combat in four rounds or less, turn to 13.

If you win and combat lasts five rounds or longer, turn to 264.