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You draw together the mental shapes of the Old Kingdom Spell Power Word and rise up from behind the tree trunk to project it at the spider: Gloar!

The concussive force of this ancient spell-word slams into the creature’s skull and cracks it, making the beast let out a hideous shriek of agony. Your magical attack has injured the arachnid, but not deterred it. Fuelled by anger and pain, this fearsome abomination comes scuttling towards your hiding place with a frightening turn of speed. With a gasp of disbelief, you unsheathe your Kai Weapon and brace yourself to repel its swift and vengeful attack.

Skryza (wounded): COMBAT SKILL 44 ENDURANCE 40

If you possess the Kai Weapon ‘Kaistar’ you may add the appropriate bonus gained from its unique properties.

You may evade this fight after four rounds by turning to 21.

If you win the combat, turn to 340.