### 58

The crackling gout of flame comes shooting across the hall. At first it seems to be targeted at your illusory double; then it veers in mid-air and comes speeding towards your chest.

If you possess the Sommerswerd or Skarn-Ska and wish to use it in an attempt to deflect this onrushing column of fire, turn to 44.

If you possess neither of these Special Items or choose not to use them, turn to 173.