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Your spell fails to split the iron skin of the cannon’s pressure cylinder. Alerted now to your presence, a handful of Bhanarians leave the fight at the archway and come running towards the antechamber with their swords and axes raised to strike. You offer up a short prayer to Ishir to protect you as you draw your Kai Weapon ready to meet their determined attack. With your battle-cry upon your lips, you pull open the door and flail at the first Bhanarian who comes within striking distance of your deadly blade.

Bhanarian Guards: COMBAT SKILL 37 ENDURANCE 40

If you win this combat, turn to 144.