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‘Eeeargh!’ snorts the old man, impatiently, and begins to walk back to the door. ‘Raggin’ time-waster!’

Rather than being forced to make a long detour to avoid this bridge, you decide to try to barter with the gateman. Your proposal captures his interest and he demands to see what valuables you have. You show him your possessions and, after a few minutes thought, he agrees to let you pass in return for one of your Special Items (excluding the Sun-crystal).

Wary of the delay, you agree to his terms. (Erase one Special Item of your choosing from your Action Chart.)

To continue, turn to 74.