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Suddenly you glimpse Chan’s troopers rushing towards the creatures from behind. Bravely they strike out at them with their heavy cavalry sabres, and the surprise of their attack buys you and the captain a few precious seconds in which to free your weapons and defend yourselves.

Krakalla: COMBAT SKILL 50 ENDURANCE 48

You may add 1 to your COMBAT SKILL for the duration of this combat, for you are being supported by one of Chan’s troopers who is attacking this creature from behind.

If you win the fight, turn to 241.