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A halo of light engulfs the razor-sharp blade of your magical sword, illuminating the surrounding gloom of the chasm. The towering warrior roars with anger as this light washes over him; it is as if its goodly glow is causing him great pain. He bellows a phrase in the Dark Tongue and suddenly his broadsword is sheathed with a black fire that crackles and spits venomously. Then the cruel dagger clenched in his left hand begins to glow red. When its poisoned tip becomes white hot, it emits a trail of noxious steam.

You yell your battle-cry as you launch your swift attack, and as your sword hits your enemy’s blade, the sudden release of power knocks him back towards the glowing dragon-gate. Yet he recovers quickly, and when he expertly counters your second blow with the hilt of his black sword, you suddenly realize that you are now embroiled in a desperate fight to the finish.

Zantaz: COMBAT SKILL 50 ENDURANCE 46

This warrior is immune to all forms of psychic attack. Remember to add the appropriate bonus to your COMBAT SKILL whilst using your magical sword for the duration of this combat.

If you win this fight, turn to 186.