As the swirling tendrils of magic dissipate, a ringing cry draws you back to the situation at hand. ‘Bern!’ you gasp. Turn to 539. 445 The undead witch crumbles into a black powdery dust, which is blown away by the howling wind. You may now help yourself to one of the following items: Book of Black Deeds Gown of midnight Gourd of healing (1 use) (left hand: spell book) (chest) (backpack) +2 speed +2 magic +1 speed +2 magic Use any time in combat to restore 6 health (requirement: mage) Ability: evade The stable doors are flung open as two mounted horses gallop out into the courtyard. On the back of each horse, a small child clings desperately around their parent, their rain-slick faces still trembling with fear. The husband reins in his horse next to you. ‘Thank you, traveller,’ he says. ‘There are more horses in the stables, I suggest you leave this cursed place while you still can.’ He shivers as he looks up at the tall, dark spires of the castle.
