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As the dust clears, you peer over the battlements and magnify your vision. You see that the enemy has a steam-cannon, and you shout a warning to Captain Kasarian who is standing near the main gate. He orders his men to retreat from the battlements to minimize the risk of casualties. The garrison troops obey his command and take up new positions at arrow slits along the base wall. There they await the enemy’s advance; they do not have to wait very long.

If you wish to stay on the battlements, turn to 133.

If you decide to descend the steps to the main gate, turn to 59.