277

You take up the Key. As you go to place it in the lock, a terrifying sound freezes you to the spot. First, you hear the rattling of wings, and then you see a looming shadow of huge proportions; it is a dragon of old! Green and scaly, the monstrous winged reptile hurtles towards you, its razor-like teeth bared to the sunless sky. A bright plume of flame trails from its mouth and the heat of the flame sears your face. In moments the dragon will be upon you. Bravely, you step forward and prepare to meet this terrifying challenge. ‘Wait!’ screams Tanith. ‘Let me deal with this!’

If you wish to ignore Tanith and engage the dragon in close combat, turn to 272.

If you decide to follow Tanith’s advice, turn to 153.