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As he stalks closer, Sesketera suddenly realises that you are not a native Shadakine. Your fair skin and your Kai tunic reveal to him that you are from the Northern continent of Magnamund.

‘By the ghost of Agarash,’ he hisses, through his gritted teeth, ‘you’re an infidel. You defile the House of Sesketera with your presence here. By the gods, I’ll make you pay for this insult with your life!’

Sesketera lifts the spear in his right hand and spins it by the haft. It is an impressive display of control which leaves you in no doubt that he is a formidable fighter.

‘Vengeance will be mine!’ he screams.

If you possess a Bow and wish to use it, turn to 274.

If you do not possess a Bow, or if you choose not to use it, turn to 245.