### 134

Cursing your luck, you abandon the lock and turn to face the metal beast. The creature is loping towards you now, the rhythmic squeal of its metal joints counterpointed by the whirring clack of its great iron jaw. You bite back your fear and brace yourself as the beast gets ready to pounce.

If you possess a Bow and wish to use it, turn to 87.

If you possess Kai-alchemy and wish to use it, turn to 14.

If you do not possess this Weapon or skill, or choose not to use them, turn to 127.