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Published by Project Aon.

 - Copyright © 2002-2003 The Project Aon Team. + Copyright 20022003 The Project Aon Team. -

Copyright © 2002-2003 Project Aon.
Distribution of this Internet Edition is restricted under the terms of the Project Aon License.

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+ Copyright 20022003 Project Aon. + Distribution of this Internet Edition is restricted under the terms of the Project Aon License. +

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Contributors
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Jonathan Blake
Jeff Dougan
Joe Grocott-James
Simon Osborne
Thomas Wolmer
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+ Jonathan Blake + Jeff Dougan + Joe Grocott-James + Simon Osborne + Thomas Wolmer +
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In writing the Lone Wolf series, Joe Dever created a system of rules that is both simple and satisfying in its completeness. The rules seek to find a balance between being simple enough to learn in one sitting and being able to deal with situations encountered by the player in a reasonable, realistic and predictable way.

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However, the rules for the Lone Wolf books are not perfect, nor are they perfectly understandable to the first time reader. Many new readers are intimidated by the rules' level of complexity, skip over them and try to forget they ever existed. Although the Lone Wolf books can be enjoyed without following the rules, the reader will find greater enjoyment if the rules are understood and applied. For readers who understand the basic rules, there are inconsistencies and situations not covered by the rules. These inconsistencies and omissions can be frustrating for the conscientious.

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However, the rules for the Lone Wolf books are not perfect, nor are they perfectly understandable to the first time reader. Many new readers are intimidated by the rules level of complexity, skip over them and try to forget they ever existed. Although the Lone Wolf books can be enjoyed without following the rules, the reader will find greater enjoyment if the rules are understood and applied. For readers who understand the basic rules, there are inconsistencies and situations not covered by the rules. These inconsistencies and omissions can be frustrating for the conscientious.

This Rule Handbook is intended to help both groups: new readers encountering the rules for the first time, and experienced readers encountering confusion about how to apply the rules in a particular situation. It is organized with the intention of helping you find the information you need when you need it.

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This booklet is divided up into sections based on the different series of gamebooks written and edited by Joe Dever: the Lone Wolf Kai series (books 1&endash;5), the Lone Wolf Magnakai series (books 6&endash;12), the Lone Wolf Grand Master series (books 13&endash;20), the Lone Wolf New Order series (books 21&endash;28), the World of Lone Wolf series and the Freeway Warrior series. Each section goes through the rules sequentially as presented in the books.

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This booklet is divided up into sections based on the different series of gamebooks written and edited by Joe Dever: the Lone Wolf Kai series (books 15), the Lone Wolf Magnakai series (books 612), the Lone Wolf Grand Master series (books 1320), the Lone Wolf New Order series (books 2128), the World of Lone Wolf series and the Freeway Warrior series. Each section goes through the rules sequentially as presented in the books.

A composite version of the rules for each series is written from beginning to end in its section. This composite appears without indentation. Where comment is necessary, it is inserted in indented text and italic typeface. For example:

You keep a record of your adventure on the Action Chart.

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The Action Chart is a set of tables which contain all information about your character such as items carried, skills possessed, etc. The Action Chart can take many forms. You may use a specialized program like StatsKeeper to help you keep track of character statistics. You may use a spreadsheet document. You may print out the Action Chart that appears in the Internet Editions of the books and fill in the blanks. As you become familiar with the rules, you may want to create your own by hand on paper. The method you choose doesn't matter as long as you're comfortable with it.

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The Action Chart is a set of tables which contain all information about your character such as items carried, skills possessed, etc. The Action Chart can take many forms. You may use a specialized program like StatsKeeper to help you keep track of character statistics. You may use a spreadsheet document. You may print out the Action Chart that appears in the Internet Editions of the books and fill in the blanks. As you become familiar with the rules, you may want to create your own by hand on paper. The method you choose doesnt matter as long as youre comfortable with it.

Links are also provided to helpful information in the Topical Guide. For the first time reader, as you read through the rules, you can refer to this booklet to find explanations of the things you read in the order which you read them.

In areas where there is more than one reasonable way to interpret rules, we will present justifications for the most reasonable interpretations and let you decide for yourself. The Rules Handbook is not here to dictate the One True Way. Find what you are comfortable with and follow it.

The Topical Guide which follows the several rules composites is an alphabetical listing of topics in need of clarification.

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We hope that you find this booklet helpful in better understanding the rules and finding greater enjoyment in Joe Dever's gamebooks. If this booklet doesn't answer all your questions, please contact us with your question.

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We hope that you find this booklet helpful in better understanding the rules and finding greater enjoyment in Joe Devers gamebooks. If this booklet doesnt answer all your questions, please contact us with your question.

The Project Aon Team

  • The [Kai] Game Rules
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    Theses rules do not come from any particular book. They are a generic set of rules designed to help new readers familiarize themselves with the rules&emdash;not walk the reader through a particular book. The details of the rules in each book will differ from what you find here.

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    Theses rules do not come from any particular book. They are a generic set of rules designed to help new readers familiarize themselves with the rulesnot walk the reader through a particular book. The details of the rules in each book will differ from what you find here.

    You keep a record of your adventure on the Action Chart.

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    During your training as a Kai Lord you have developed fighting prowess&emdash;COMBAT SKILL and physical stamina&emdash;ENDURANCE. Before you set off on your adventure you need to measure how effective your training has been. To do this take a pencil and, with your eyes closed, point with the blunt end of it on to the Random Number Table. If you pick 0 it counts as zero.

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    During your training as a Kai Lord you have developed fighting prowessCOMBAT SKILL and physical staminaENDURANCE. Before you set off on your adventure you need to measure how effective your training has been. To do this take a pencil and, with your eyes closed, point with the blunt end of it on to the Random Number Table. If you pick 0 it counts as zero.

    If you have already completed an adventure with your character, you should not pick his COMBAT SKILL and ENDURANCE again. You should use those scores already picked.

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The fact that you are skilled with a Weapon does not mean you set out on the adventure carrying that particular Weapon. However, you will have opportunities to acquire Weapons in the course of your adventures. You cannot carry more than 2 Weapons.

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Possessing Weaponskill doesn't necessarily mean that you start out with that Weapon, but you might.

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Possessing Weaponskill doesnt necessarily mean that you start out with that Weapon, but you might.

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You cannot carry more than 2 Weapons. If you choose this skill, write Weaponskill in &blankline; + 2 COMBAT SKILL points if this Weapon carried on your Action Chart.

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You cannot carry more than 2 Weapons. If you choose this skill, write Weaponskill in + 2 COMBAT SKILL points if this Weapon carried on your Action Chart.

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Now that you have your equipment, the following list shows you how it is carried. You don't need to make notes but you can refer back to this list in the course of your adventure.

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Now that you have your equipment, the following list shows you how it is carried. You dont need to make notes but you can refer back to this list in the course of your adventure.

(see Topical Guide for details about a particular item)

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There will be occasions on your adventure when you have to fight an enemy. The enemy's COMBAT SKILL and ENDURANCE points are given in the text. Lone Wolf's aim in the combat is to kill the enemy by reducing his ENDURANCE points to zero while losing as few ENDURANCE points as possible himself.

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At the start of a combat, enter Lone Wolf's and the enemy's ENDURANCE points in the appropriate boxes on the Combat Record section of your Action Chart.

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There will be occasions on your adventure when you have to fight an enemy. The enemys COMBAT SKILL and ENDURANCE points are given in the text. Lone Wolfs aim in the combat is to kill the enemy by reducing his ENDURANCE points to zero while losing as few ENDURANCE points as possible himself.

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At the start of a combat, enter Lone Wolfs and the enemys ENDURANCE points in the appropriate boxes on the Combat Record section of your Action Chart.

  1. Add any extra points gained through your Kai Disciplines to your current COMBAT SKILL total.

  2. Subtract the COMBAT SKILL of your enemy from this total. The result is your Combat Ratio. Enter it on the Action Chart.

    Example

    Lone Wolf (COMBAT SKILL 15) is ambushed by a Winged Devil (COMBAT SKILL 20). He is not given the opportunity to evade combat, but must stand and fight as the creature swoops down on him. Lone Wolf has the Kai Discipline of Mindblast, so he adds 2 points to his COMBAT SKILL, giving a total COMBAT SKILL of 17.

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    He subtracts the Winged Devil's COMBAT SKILL from his own, giving a Combat Ratio of -3 (17 - 20 = -3). -3 is noted on the Action Chart as the Combat Ratio.

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    He subtracts the Winged Devils COMBAT SKILL from his own, giving a Combat Ratio of 3 (17 20 = 3). 3 is noted on the Action Chart as the Combat Ratio.

  3. When you have your Combat Ratio, pick a number from the Random Number Table.

  4. Turn to the Combat Results Table. Along the top of the chart are shown the Combat Ratio numbers. Find the number that is the same as your Combat Ratio and cross-reference it with the random number that you have picked (the random numbers appear on the side of the chart). You now have the number of ENDURANCE points lost by both Lone Wolf and his enemy in this round of combat. (E represents points lost by the enemy; LW represents points lost by Lone Wolf.)

    Example

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    The Combat Ratio between Lone Wolf and Winged Devil has been established as -3. If the number taken from the Random Number Table is a 6, then the result of the first round of combat is:

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    The Combat Ratio between Lone Wolf and Winged Devil has been established as 3. If the number taken from the Random Number Table is a 6, then the result of the first round of combat is:

    • Lone Wolf loses 3 ENDURANCE points
    • Winged Devil loses 6 ENDURANCE points
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      Theses rules do not come from any particular book. They are a generic set of rules designed to help new readers familiarize themselves with the rules&emdash;not walk the reader through a particular book. The details of the rules in each book will differ from what you find here.

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      Theses rules do not come from any particular book. They are a generic set of rules designed to help new readers familiarize themselves with the rulesnot walk the reader through a particular book. The details of the rules in each book will differ from what you find here.

      You keep a record of your adventure on the Action Chart.

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      During your training as a Kai Master you have developed fighting prowess&emdash;COMBAT SKILL and physical stamina&emdash;ENDURANCE. Before you set off on your adventure you need to measure how effective your training has been. To do this take a pencil and, with your eyes closed, point with the blunt end of it on to the Random Number Table. If you pick 0 it counts as zero.

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      During your training as a Kai Master you have developed fighting prowessCOMBAT SKILL and physical staminaENDURANCE. Before you set off on your adventure you need to measure how effective your training has been. To do this take a pencil and, with your eyes closed, point with the blunt end of it on to the Random Number Table. If you pick 0 it counts as zero.

      If you have already completed an adventure with your character, you should not pick his COMBAT SKILL and ENDURANCE again. You should use those scores already picked.

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      You may also carry over any Backpack Items and Gold Crowns that you possessed at the end of the last adventure. Some readers feel that you should not carry over Meals since they are perishable, but this is not hinted at in the rules so this is optional.

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      You many choose one bonus Magnakai Discipline to add to your Action Chart for every Lone Wolf Magnakai adventure you successfully complete (Books 6&endash;12).

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      You many choose one bonus Magnakai Discipline to add to your Action Chart for every Lone Wolf Magnakai adventure you successfully complete (Books 612).

      You may add one Magnakai Discipline if you have completed a previous Magnakai adventure successfully. In other words, you earn one new Magnakai Discipline each time you complete a Magnakai adventure successfully.

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      During your training as a Kai Lord, and in the course of the adventures that led to the discovery of The Book of the Magnakai, you have mastered all ten of the basic warrior skills known as the Kai Disciplines.

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      If you have completed the first five books of the Lone Wolf series, you can continue to use the Kai Disciplines acquired in those books. (see the following Lone Wolf Club Newsletters: Summer Special 1987, No. 10 and No. 28) If you have not completed all of the first five books, use your personal judgement whether or not you should benefit from Kai Disciplines which you didn't choose in the books you did complete. If you have completed all five books of the Kai series, remember that you now possess all ten Kai Disciplines including the last one that you hadn't chosen previously. If that left over Discipline was Weaponskill, remember to chose a Weapon with which you are skilled as detailed in the Kai series books.

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      Some Kai Disciplines have measureable bonuses that are useful to you in the Magnakai series. Other Kai Disciplines have less tangible effects and are assumed by the book (e.g. the Kai Discipline of Camouflage doesn't have a measureable bonus and the books assume you have this skill). The Kai Disciplines that are useful in the Magnakai series are:

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      If you have completed the first five books of the Lone Wolf series, you can continue to use the Kai Disciplines acquired in those books. (see the following Lone Wolf Club Newsletters: Summer Special 1987, No. 10 and No. 28) If you have not completed all of the first five books, use your personal judgement whether or not you should benefit from Kai Disciplines which you didnt choose in the books you did complete. If you have completed all five books of the Kai series, remember that you now possess all ten Kai Disciplines including the last one that you hadnt chosen previously. If that left over Discipline was Weaponskill, remember to chose a Weapon with which you are skilled as detailed in the Kai series books.

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      Some Kai Disciplines have measureable bonuses that are useful to you in the Magnakai series. Other Kai Disciplines have less tangible effects and are assumed by the book (e.g. the Kai Discipline of Camouflage doesnt have a measureable bonus and the books assume you have this skill). The Kai Disciplines that are useful in the Magnakai series are:

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      • Hunting&emdash;may be used to automatically find food in fertile areas, but still doesn't function in areas of wasteland or desert.
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      • Healing&emdash;may be used to heal 1 ENDURANCE point while not in combat.
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      • Weaponskill&emdash;adds 2 points to your COMBAT SKILL if using the Weapon with which you are skilled.
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      • Mindblast&emdash;adds 2 COMBAT SKILL points to your total when used against an opponent who isn't immune.
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      • Huntingmay be used to automatically find food in fertile areas, but still doesnt function in areas of wasteland or desert.
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      • Healingmay be used to heal 1 ENDURANCE point while not in combat.
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      • Weaponskilladds 2 points to your COMBAT SKILL if using the Weapon with which you are skilled.
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      • Mindblastadds 2 COMBAT SKILL points to your total when used against an opponent who isnt immune.
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      These bonuses are replaced by their Magnakai Discipline equivalent (e.g. acquiring Weaponmastery in your Weaponskill Weapon gives you a +3 COMBAT SKILL bonus&emdash;not +5).

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      These bonuses are replaced by their Magnakai Discipline equivalent (e.g. acquiring Weaponmastery in your Weaponskill Weapon gives you a +3 COMBAT SKILL bonusnot +5).

      After studying The Book of the Magnakai, you have also reached the rank of Kai Master Superior, which means that you have learnt three of the Magnakai Disciplines listed below. It is up to you to choose which three skills these are. As all of the Magnakai Disciplines will be of use to you at some point on your adventure, pick your three with care. The correct use of a Magnakai Discipline at the right time can save your life.

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      The fact that you are skilled with three Weapons does not mean that you begin the adventure carrying any of them. However, you will have opportunities to acquire Weapons during your adventure. For every Lone Wolf book that you complete in the Magnakai series, you may add an additional Weapon to your list.

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      Possessing Weaponmastery doesn't necessarily mean that you start out with that Weapon, but you might.

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      Possessing Weaponmastery doesnt necessarily mean that you start out with that Weapon, but you might.

      If you choose this skill, write Weaponmastery: + 3 COMBAT SKILL points on your Action Chart, and tick your chosen Weapons on the Weapons list. You cannot carry more than two Weapons.

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      Improvements: (see Improved Magnakai Disciplines and Levels of Magnakai Training)

      Tutelary (5 Disciplines)
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      Tutelaries are able to increase the effectiveness of their skill when hiding from an enemy by drawing the enemy's attention to a place other than that in which they are hiding. The effectiveness of this ability increases as a Kai Master rises in rank.

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      Tutelaries are able to increase the effectiveness of their skill when hiding from an enemy by drawing the enemys attention to a place other than that in which they are hiding. The effectiveness of this ability increases as a Kai Master rises in rank.

      Principalin (6 Disciplines)

      Principalins are able to mask any sounds made by their movements while using this skill.

      Scion-kai (8 Disciplines)
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      This psychic skill enables a Kai Master to attack an enemy using the force of his mind. It can be used as well as normal combat Weapons and adds 4 extra points to your COMBAT SKILL.

      It is a powerful Discipline, but it is also a costly one. For every round of combat in which you use Psi-surge, you must deduct 2 ENDURANCE points. A weaker form of Psi-surge called Mindblast can be used against an enemy without losing any ENDURANCE points, but it will add only 2 extra points to your COMBAT SKILL. Psi-surge cannot be used if your ENDURANCE falls to 6 points or below, and not all of the creatures encountered on your adventure will be affected by it; you will be told if a creature is immune.

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      If you choose this skill, write Psi-surge: +4 COMBAT SKILL points but -2 ENDURANCE points per round and Mindblast: +2 COMBAT SKILL points on your Action Chart.

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      If you choose this skill, write Psi-surge: +4 COMBAT SKILL points but 2 ENDURANCE points per round and Mindblast: +2 COMBAT SKILL points on your Action Chart.

      Improvements: (see Improved Magnakai Disciplines and Levels of Magnakai Training)

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      Principalin (6 Disciplines)

      Principalins using this skill in combat are able to confuse an enemy by planting seeds of doubt in its mind. The effectiveness of this ability increases as a Kai Master rises in rank.

      Archmaster (9 Disciplines)
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      When using their psychic ability to attack an enemy, Archmasters may add 6 points to their COMBAT SKILL instead of the usual 4 points. For every round in which Psi-surge is used, Archmasters need only deduct 1 ENDURANCE point. When using the weaker psychic attack&emdash;Mindblast&emdash;they may add 3 points without loss of ENDURANCE points. Archmasters cannot use Psi-surge if their ENDURANCE score falls to 4 points or below.

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      When using their psychic ability to attack an enemy, Archmasters may add 6 points to their COMBAT SKILL instead of the usual 4 points. For every round in which Psi-surge is used, Archmasters need only deduct 1 ENDURANCE point. When using the weaker psychic attackMindblastthey may add 3 points without loss of ENDURANCE points. Archmasters cannot use Psi-surge if their ENDURANCE score falls to 4 points or below.

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      Mentora (7 Disciplines)

      Mentoras who possess this skill are able to detect psychic residues lingering in a place where a dramatic event, such as a battle, a murder, a ritual sacrifice or a ritual ceremony, has taken place. By meditating at the scene of the incident, a Kai Mentora is able to visualize the event, even though it may have occurred in the distant past.

      Scion-kai (8 Disciplines)
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      Scion-kai are able to leave their body in a state of suspended animation and, in spirit form, explore their immediate surroundings unhindered by physical limitations. This ability is called spirit walking. The length of time a Kai Master can spirit walk increases as he rises in rank. When the spirit is separated from the body in this fashion, the body remains inanimate and vulnerable to attack. If a Kai Master's body is killed whilst he is spirit walking, his spiritual self will also cease to exist, and vice versa.

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      Scion-kai are able to leave their body in a state of suspended animation and, in spirit form, explore their immediate surroundings unhindered by physical limitations. This ability is called spirit walking. The length of time a Kai Master can spirit walk increases as he rises in rank. When the spirit is separated from the body in this fashion, the body remains inanimate and vulnerable to attack. If a Kai Masters body is killed whilst he is spirit walking, his spiritual self will also cease to exist, and vice versa.

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      There will be occasions during your adventure when you have to fight an enemy. The enemy's COMBAT SKILL and ENDURANCE points are given in the text. Lone Wolf's aim in the combat is to kill the enemy by reducing his ENDURANCE points to zero while losing as few ENDURANCE points as possible himself.

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      At the start of a combat, enter Lone Wolf's and the enemy's ENDURANCE points in the appropriate boxes on the Combat Record section of your Action Chart.

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      There will be occasions during your adventure when you have to fight an enemy. The enemys COMBAT SKILL and ENDURANCE points are given in the text. Lone Wolfs aim in the combat is to kill the enemy by reducing his ENDURANCE points to zero while losing as few ENDURANCE points as possible himself.

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      At the start of a combat, enter Lone Wolfs and the enemys ENDURANCE points in the appropriate boxes on the Combat Record section of your Action Chart.

      The sequence for combat is as follows:

      1. Add any extra points gained through your Magnakai Disciplines and Special Items to your current COMBAT SKILL total.

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        Subtract the COMBAT SKILL of your enemy from this total. The result is your Combat Ratio. Enter it on the Action Chart.

        Example

        Lone Wolf (COMBAT SKILL 15) is attacked by a Nightstalker (COMBAT SKILL 22). He is not given the opportunity to evade combat but must stand and fight as the creature leaps on him. Lone Wolf has the Magnakai Discipline of Psi-surge to which the Nightstalker is not immune, so Lone Wolf adds 4 points to his COMBAT SKILL, giving a total COMBAT SKILL of 19.

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        He subtracts the Nightstalker's COMBAT SKILL from his own, giving a Combat Ratio of -3. (19 - 22 = -3). -3 is noted on the Action Chart as the Combat Ratio.

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        He subtracts the Nightstalkers COMBAT SKILL from his own, giving a Combat Ratio of 3. (19 22 = 3). 3 is noted on the Action Chart as the Combat Ratio.

      2. When you have your Combat Ratio, pick a number from the Random Number Table.

      3. Turn to the Combat Results Table on the inside back cover of the book. Along the top of the chart are shown the Combat Ratio numbers. Find the number that is the same as your Combat Ratio and cross-reference it with the random number that you have picked (the random numbers appear on the side of the chart). You now have the number of ENDURANCE points lost by both Lone Wolf and his enemy in this round of combat. (E represents points lost by the enemy; LW represents points lost by Lone Wolf.)

        Example

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        The Combat Ratio between Lone Wolf and the Nightstalker has been established as -3. If the number taken from the Random Number Table is a 6, then the result of the first round of combat is:

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        The Combat Ratio between Lone Wolf and the Nightstalker has been established as 3. If the number taken from the Random Number Table is a 6, then the result of the first round of combat is:

        • Lone Wolf loses 3 ENDURANCE points (plus an additional 2 points for using Psi-surge)
        • Nightstalker loses 6 ENDURANCE points
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          The following table is a guide to the rank and titles that are achieved by Kai Masters at each stage of their training. As you successfully complete each adventure in the Lone Wolf Magnakai series, you will gain an additional Magnakai Discipline and progress towards the ultimate distinction of a Kai Warrior&emdash;Kai Grand Mastership.

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          The following table is a guide to the rank and titles that are achieved by Kai Masters at each stage of their training. As you successfully complete each adventure in the Lone Wolf Magnakai series, you will gain an additional Magnakai Discipline and progress towards the ultimate distinction of a Kai WarriorKai Grand Mastership.

          1. Kai Master
          2. Kai Master Senior
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          3. Kai Master Superior&emdash;You begin the Lone Wolf Magnakai adventures with this level of training.
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          4. Kai Master SuperiorYou begin the Lone Wolf Magnakai adventures with this level of training.
          5. Primate
          6. Tutelary
          7. Principalin
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            Listed below are the four Lore-circles of the Magnakai and the skills that must be mastered in order to complete them.

            Circle of Fire
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            Weaponmastery &ersand; Huntmastery
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            Weaponmastery Huntmastery
            Circle of Light
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            Animal Control &ersand; Curing
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            Animal Control Curing
            Circle of Solaris
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            Invisibility, Huntmastery &ersand; Pathsmanship
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            Invisibility, Huntmastery Pathsmanship
            Circle of the Spirit
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            Psi-surge, Psi-screen, Nexus &ersand; Divination
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            Psi-surge, Psi-screen, Nexus Divination

            By completing a Lore-circle, you may add to your COMBAT SKILL and ENDURANCE the extra bonus points that are shown below.

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            Weaponmastery

            Tutelaries are able to use defensive combat skills to great effect when fighting unarmed. When entering combat without a Weapon, Tutelaries lose only 2 points from your COMBAT SKILL, instead of the usual 4 points.

            Invisibility
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            Tutelaries are able to increase the effectiveness of their skill when hiding from an enemy by drawing the enemy's attention to a place other than that in which they are hiding. The effectiveness of this ability increases as a Kai Master rises in rank.

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            Tutelaries are able to increase the effectiveness of their skill when hiding from an enemy by drawing the enemys attention to a place other than that in which they are hiding. The effectiveness of this ability increases as a Kai Master rises in rank.

            Pathsmanship

            Tutelaries with this skill can detect an enemy ambush within 500 yards of their position unless their ENDURANCE score is low due to wounds sustained or lack of food.

            Psi-screen
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            Psi-screen

            When engaging in psychic combat Scion-kai are able to absorb and control some of the energies directed at them. By deflecting or inducing the hostile energy they can either reduce the damage they sustain, or increase the power of their own psychic attacks.

            Divination
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            Scion-kai are able to leave their body in a state of suspended animation and, in spirit form, explore their immediate surroundings unhindered by physical limitations. This ability is called spirit walking. The length of time a Kai Master can spirit walk increases as he rises in rank. When the spirit is separated from the body in this fashion, the body remains inanimate and vulnerable to attack. If a Kai Master's body is killed whilst he is spirit walking, his spiritual self will also cease to exist, and vice versa.

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            Scion-kai are able to leave their body in a state of suspended animation and, in spirit form, explore their immediate surroundings unhindered by physical limitations. This ability is called spirit walking. The length of time a Kai Master can spirit walk increases as he rises in rank. When the spirit is separated from the body in this fashion, the body remains inanimate and vulnerable to attack. If a Kai Masters body is killed whilst he is spirit walking, his spiritual self will also cease to exist, and vice versa.

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            Huntmastery

            Archmasters who possess this ability benefit from greatly increased senses of hearing, smell, and night vision. These senses become even more acute upon attaining the rank of Kai Grand Master.

            Psi-surge
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            When using their psychic ability to attack an enemy, Archmasters may add 6 points to their COMBAT SKILL instead of the usual 4 points. For every round in which Psi-surge is used, Archmasters need only deduct 1 ENDURANCE point. When using the weaker psychic attack&emdash;Mindblast&emdash;they may add 3 points without loss of ENDURANCE points. Archmasters cannot use Psi-surge if their ENDURANCE score falls to 4 points or below.

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            When using their psychic ability to attack an enemy, Archmasters may add 6 points to their COMBAT SKILL instead of the usual 4 points. For every round in which Psi-surge is used, Archmasters need only deduct 1 ENDURANCE point. When using the weaker psychic attackMindblastthey may add 3 points without loss of ENDURANCE points. Archmasters cannot use Psi-surge if their ENDURANCE score falls to 4 points or below.

            Nexus

            Archmasters with the skill of Nexus are able to withstand extremes of heat and cold, and possess limited immunity to harmful elements, such as flames, toxic gases, and corrosive liquids. The duration of this immunity increases greatly upon attaining Grand Mastership.

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            -

            Theses rules do not come from any particular book. They are a generic set of rules designed to help new readers familiarize themselves with the rules&emdash;not walk the reader through a particular book. The details of the rules in each book will differ from what you find here.

            +

            Theses rules do not come from any particular book. They are a generic set of rules designed to help new readers familiarize themselves with the rulesnot walk the reader through a particular book. The details of the rules in each book will differ from what you find here.

            You keep a record of your adventure on the Action Chart.

            -

            During your training as a Kai Master you have developed fighting prowess&emdash;COMBAT SKILL and physical stamina&emdash;ENDURANCE. Before you set off on your adventure you need to measure how effective your training has been. To do this take a pencil and, with your eyes closed, point with the blunt end of it on to the Random Number Table. If you pick 0 it counts as zero.

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            During your training as a Kai Master you have developed fighting prowessCOMBAT SKILL and physical staminaENDURANCE. Before you set off on your adventure you need to measure how effective your training has been. To do this take a pencil and, with your eyes closed, point with the blunt end of it on to the Random Number Table. If you pick 0 it counts as zero.

            If you have already completed an adventure with your character, you should not pick his COMBAT SKILL and ENDURANCE again. You should use those scores already picked.

            @@ -1131,7 +1080,7 @@ specialitems

            Late in the Grand Master series, this list undergoes some alterations to reflect events of the stories. If you begin the Grand Master series with Book 13, use this list throughout. If you begin later in the Grand Master series, then use the list as published in the appropriate book.

            -

            You many choose one bonus Grand Master Discipline to add to your Action Chart for every Lone Wolf Grand Master adventure you successfully complete (Books 13&endash;20).

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            You many choose one bonus Grand Master Discipline to add to your Action Chart for every Lone Wolf Grand Master adventure you successfully complete (Books 1320).

            You may add one Grand Master Discipline if you have completed a previous Grand Master adventure successfully. In other words, you earn one new Grand Master Discipline each time you complete a Grand Master adventure successfully.

            @@ -1156,7 +1105,7 @@ specialitems
            Weaponmastery
            Proficiency with all close combat and missile weapons. Master of unarmed combat; no COMBAT SKILL loss when fighting bare-handed.
            Animal Control
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            Communication with most animals; limited control over hostile creatures. Can use woodland animals as guides and can block a non-sentient creature's sense of taste and smell.
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            Communication with most animals; limited control over hostile creatures. Can use woodland animals as guides and can block a non-sentient creatures sense of taste and smell.
            Curing
            Steady restoration of lost ENDURANCE points (to self and others) as a result of combat wounds. Neutralization of poisons, venoms and toxins. Repair of serious battle wounds.
            Invisibility
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            If you have completed the first twelve books of the Lone Wolf series, you can continue to use the Magnakai Disciplines acquired in those books. (see the following Lone Wolf Club Newsletters: Summer Special 1987, No. 10 and No. 28) If you have not completed all of the first twelve books, use your personal judgement whether or not you should benefit from Magnakai Disciplines that you didn't choose in the books you did complete. If you have completed all twelve books of the Kai series, remember that you now possess all ten Magnakai Disciplines, including the last one that you hadn't chosen previously. Be certain to adjust your Action Chart to reflect the bonuses of the last Lore-Circle.

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            At times, the text will explicitly give you the option of using a Magnakai Discipline. At other times, some Magnakai Disciplines may have measureable bonuses that are useful to you in the Grand Master series but which are not explicitly prompted by the text. Other Magnakai Disciplines have less tangible effects and are assumed by the book (e.g. the Magnakai Discipline of Invisibility doesn't have a measureable bonus and the books assume you have this skill). The Magnakai Disciplines that can provide "tangible" bonuses in the Grand Master series are:

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            If you have completed the first twelve books of the Lone Wolf series, you can continue to use the Magnakai Disciplines acquired in those books. (see the following Lone Wolf Club Newsletters: Summer Special 1987, No. 10 and No. 28) If you have not completed all of the first twelve books, use your personal judgement whether or not you should benefit from Magnakai Disciplines that you didnt choose in the books you did complete. If you have completed all twelve books of the Kai series, remember that you now possess all ten Magnakai Disciplines, including the last one that you hadnt chosen previously. Be certain to adjust your Action Chart to reflect the bonuses of the last Lore-Circle.

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            At times, the text will explicitly give you the option of using a Magnakai Discipline. At other times, some Magnakai Disciplines may have measureable bonuses that are useful to you in the Grand Master series but which are not explicitly prompted by the text. Other Magnakai Disciplines have less tangible effects and are assumed by the book (e.g. the Magnakai Discipline of Invisibility doesnt have a measureable bonus and the books assume you have this skill). The Magnakai Disciplines that can provide "tangible" bonuses in the Grand Master series are:

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            • Huntmastery&emdash;may be used to automatically find food (unless the text explicitly notes otherwise)
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            • Curing&emdash;may be used to heal 1 ENDURANCE point (per numbered section of the book) while not in combat.
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            • Weaponmastery&emdash;adds 3 points to your COMBAT SKILL (4 if you reached the Magnakai rank of Scion-Kai) if using the Weapon with which you are skilled.
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            • Psi-surge&emdash;adds 4 COMBAT SKILL points to your total when used against an opponent who isn't immune, at the cost of 2 ENDURANCE points per round of combat. Mindblast can still be used to add two points to your COMBAT SKILL without loss of endurance points. (If you reached the Magnakai rank of Archmaster, Psi-surge will add 6 points to COMBAT SKILL at the cost of 1 ENDURANCE point per round of combat and Mindblast will add 3 COMBAT SKILL points at no ENDURANCE penalty.)
              • +
            • Huntmasterymay be used to automatically find food (unless the text explicitly notes otherwise)
              • +
            • Curingmay be used to heal 1 ENDURANCE point (per numbered section of the book) while not in combat.
              • +
            • Weaponmasteryadds 3 points to your COMBAT SKILL (4 if you reached the Magnakai rank of Scion-Kai) if using the Weapon with which you are skilled.
              • +
            • Psi-surgeadds 4 COMBAT SKILL points to your total when used against an opponent who isnt immune, at the cost of 2 ENDURANCE points per round of combat. Mindblast can still be used to add two points to your COMBAT SKILL without loss of endurance points. (If you reached the Magnakai rank of Archmaster, Psi-surge will add 6 points to COMBAT SKILL at the cost of 1 ENDURANCE point per round of combat and Mindblast will add 3 COMBAT SKILL points at no ENDURANCE penalty.)
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            These bonuses are replaced by their Grand Master Discipline equivalent (e.g. acquiring Grand Weaponmastery in a Weapon with which you have Weaponmastery gives you a +5 COMBAT SKILL bonus&emdash;not +8).

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            These bonuses are replaced by their Grand Master Discipline equivalent (e.g. acquiring Grand Weaponmastery in a Weapon with which you have Weaponmastery gives you a +5 COMBAT SKILL bonusnot +8).

            Now, through the pursuit of your new skills and the further development of your innate Kai abilities, you have set out upon a path of discovery that no other Kai Grand Master has ever attempted with success. Your determination to become the first Kai Supreme Master, by acquiring total proficiency in all twelve of the Grand Master Disciplines, is an awe-inspiring challenge. You will be venturing into the unknown, pushing back the boundaries of human limitation in the pursuit of greatness and the cause of Good. May the blessings of the gods Kai and Ishir go with you as you begin your brave and noble quest.

            In the years following the demise of the Darklords you have reached the rank of Kai Grand Defender, which means that you have mastered four of the Grand Master Disciplines listed below. It is up to you to choose which four Disciplines these are. As all of the Grand Master Disciplines will be of use to you at some point during your adventure, pick your four skills with care. The correct use of a Grand Master Discipline at the right time could save your life.

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            The fact that you are skilled with two Weapons does not mean that you begin the adventure carrying any of them. However, you will have opportunities to acquire Weapons during your adventure. For every Lone Wolf book that you complete in the Grand Master series, you may add an additional Weapon to your list.

            -

            Possessing Grand Weaponmastery doesn't necessarily mean that you start out with that Weapon, but you might.

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            Possessing Grand Weaponmastery doesnt necessarily mean that you start out with that Weapon, but you might.

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            Improvements: (see Improved Grand Master Disciplines and Levels of Grand Mastership)

            Kai Grand Guardian (5 Disciplines)
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            Kai Grand Guardians with this discipline are able to summon a limited number of forest animals to their location. The creatures so summoned will become loyal and willing allies, willing to do the Kai Grand Guardian's bidding. This ability can only be used in an outdoor setting.

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            Kai Grand Guardians with this discipline are able to summon a limited number of forest animals to their location. The creatures so summoned will become loyal and willing allies, willing to do the Kai Grand Guardians bidding. This ability can only be used in an outdoor setting.

            Sun Thane (8 Disciplines)

            Sun Thanes with this Discipline are able to command an animal to fall asleep at will. Some hostile animals may be able to resist this command, but most will be affected by it in some way. The duration of effect and the number of animals which can be affected at one time will increase as a Grand Master rises in rank.

            Grand Crown (10 Disciplines)
            @@ -1272,13 +1221,13 @@ specialitems

            Improvements: (see Improved Grand Master Disciplines and Levels of Grand Mastership)

            Sun Knight (6 Disciplines)
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            Sun Knights who possess this skill are able to repair serious wounds sustained by creatures other than themselves. By the laying of hands upon the affected creature's body, a Sun Knight can cause an open wound (or other serious injury) to mend itself. The speed at which this healing takes place increases as a Grand Master rises in rank.

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            Sun Knights who possess this skill are able to repair serious wounds sustained by creatures other than themselves. By the laying of hands upon the affected creatures body, a Sun Knight can cause an open wound (or other serious injury) to mend itself. The speed at which this healing takes place increases as a Grand Master rises in rank.

            Sun Thane (8 Disciplines)

            Sun Thanes who possess this skill are able to conduct a Kai Exorcism. This ritual will banish any evil supernatural force that has taken possession of any goodly creature or object.

            Grand Thane (9 Disciplines)

            Grand Thanes with this Discipline are able to call upon the God Kai for divine assistance should a situation warrant it. Kai cannot intervene to save a Grand Thane from physical danger, but he can give signs which may help a Grand Thane chose the best course of action. A Grand Thane can call upon the God Kai for assistance no more than once every month. The frequency of divine audiences will increase as a Grand Master rises in rank.

            Sun Prince (11 Disciplines)
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            Sun Princes with this ability are able to cause the regeneration of lost body parts, i.e. hands, feet, arms, legs, bones and internal organs. This improved Discipline can be used to repair a Sun Prince's own body, or that of another person or creature. The time required to effect regeneration depends on the size and relative importance of the body part affected.

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            Sun Princes with this ability are able to cause the regeneration of lost body parts, i.e. hands, feet, arms, legs, bones and internal organs. This improved Discipline can be used to repair a Sun Princes own body, or that of another person or creature. The time required to effect regeneration depends on the size and relative importance of the body part affected.

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            Kai-surge -

            When using their psychic ability to attack an enemy, Grand Masters may add 8 points to their COMBAT SKILL. For every round in which Kai-surge is used, Grand Masters need only deduct 1 ENDURANCE point. When using the weaker psychic attack&emdash;Mindblast&emdash;they may add 4 points without loss of ENDURANCE points. (Kai-surge, Psi-surge, and Mindblast cannot be used simultaneously.)

            +

            When using their psychic ability to attack an enemy, Grand Masters may add 8 points to their COMBAT SKILL. For every round in which Kai-surge is used, Grand Masters need only deduct 1 ENDURANCE point. When using the weaker psychic attackMindblastthey may add 4 points without loss of ENDURANCE points. (Kai-surge, Psi-surge, and Mindblast cannot be used simultaneously.)

            Grand Masters cannot use Kai-surge if their ENDURANCE score falls to 6 points or below.

            Improvements: (see Improved Grand Master Disciplines and Levels of Grand Mastership)

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            Kai Grand Guardian (5 Disciplines)

            Kai Grand Guardians who possess mastery of this Discipline are able to attack up to three enemies in psychic combat simultaneously.

            Sun Lord (7 Disciplines)
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            Sun Lords who possess mastery of this Discipline are able to launch a Kai-Blast&emdash;a pulse ofintense psychic energy which is capable of affecting both psychically active and inactive enemies. This form of psychic attack is very effective, more so than a usual Kai-surge, Psi-surge or Mindblast. It can cause an enemy to lose between 2 and 18 ENDURANCE points in one attack. However, use of a Kai-Blast will reduce a Sun Lord's ENDURANCE points total by 4. It cannot be used in conjunction with any other form of psychic attack.

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            Sun Lords who possess mastery of this Discipline are able to launch a Kai-Blasta pulse ofintense psychic energy which is capable of affecting both psychically active and inactive enemies. This form of psychic attack is very effective, more so than a usual Kai-surge, Psi-surge or Mindblast. It can cause an enemy to lose between 2 and 18 ENDURANCE points in one attack. However, use of a Kai-Blast will reduce a Sun Lords ENDURANCE points total by 4. It cannot be used in conjunction with any other form of psychic attack.

            Grand Thane (9 Disciplines)

            Grand Thanes with this skill are able to focus their mind-power upon inanimate breakable objects, e.g., bottles, windows, all ceramics, urns, jugs etc, and cause them to explode violently. Any person or creature in close proximity to such an explosion risks injury from flying shrapnel.

            Sun Prince (11 Disciplines)
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            Sun Princes who possess mastery of this Discipline are able to focus their psychic power into a Kai-Ray: a laser-like beam of mental energy capable of penetrating the strongest of psychic defences. This ability can be used once during a combat to reduce an enemy's ENDURANCE score by 15 points. However, use of this Kai-Ray will also reduce a Sun Prince's ENDURANCE score by 4 points. It cannot be used if a Sun Prince's ENDURANCE score is 10 or less and it cannot be used in conjunction with any other form of psychic attack.

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            Sun Princes who possess mastery of this Discipline are able to focus their psychic power into a Kai-Ray: a laser-like beam of mental energy capable of penetrating the strongest of psychic defences. This ability can be used once during a combat to reduce an enemys ENDURANCE score by 15 points. However, use of this Kai-Ray will also reduce a Sun Princes ENDURANCE score by 4 points. It cannot be used if a Sun Princes ENDURANCE score is 10 or less and it cannot be used in conjunction with any other form of psychic attack.

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            Grand Thane (9 Disciplines)

            Grand Thanes who possess mastery of this Discipline can pass freely through the Shadow Gates. These phenomena are special portals which enable one to access other dimensions and planes of existence outside of Magnamund. Kai Grand Thanes are able to detect the location of Shadow Gates and pass through them without suffering any physical ill effects. The range of their detection increases as a Kai Grand Master rises in rank.

            Grand Crown (10 Disciplines)
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            Grand Crowns who possess this Discipline are able to speak a Kai Power Word&emdash;a holy utterance which will cause physical and psychic damage to any single creature within a radius of thirty feet. The degree of damage so caused, and the resultant drain upon a Grand Crown's reserves of ENDURANCE, are dependent upon individual circumstances. The power and range of this skill increases as a Grand Master rises in rank.

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            Grand Crowns who possess this Discipline are able to speak a Kai Power Worda holy utterance which will cause physical and psychic damage to any single creature within a radius of thirty feet. The degree of damage so caused, and the resultant drain upon a Grand Crowns reserves of ENDURANCE, are dependent upon individual circumstances. The power and range of this skill increases as a Grand Master rises in rank.

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            Magi-magic -

            Under the tutelage of Lord Rimoah, you have been able to master the rudimentary skills of battle magic, as taught to the Vakeros&emdash;the native warriors of Dessi. As you advance in rank, so will your knowledge and mastery of Old Kingdom magic increase.

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            Under the tutelage of Lord Rimoah, you have been able to master the rudimentary skills of battle magic, as taught to the Vakerosthe native warriors of Dessi. As you advance in rank, so will your knowledge and mastery of Old Kingdom magic increase.

            Improvements: (see Improved Grand Master Disciplines and Levels of Grand Mastership)

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            Grand Masters who have reached the rank of Kai Grand Guardian are able to use the following battle-spells of the Elder Magi:

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            • Splinter&emdash;This causes breakable items such as bottles, jugs, mirrors, windows, etc., to shatter to pieces. The range of this spell increases as a Grand Master rises in rank.
              • -
            • Flameshaft&emdash;This causes the tip of any arrow, or arrow-like missile, to burn fiercely with a magical flame which cannot readily be extinguished by normal means.
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            • SplinterThis causes breakable items such as bottles, jugs, mirrors, windows, etc., to shatter to pieces. The range of this spell increases as a Grand Master rises in rank.
              • +
            • FlameshaftThis causes the tip of any arrow, or arrow-like missile, to burn fiercely with a magical flame which cannot readily be extinguished by normal means.
            Sun Lord (7 Disciplines)

            Grand Masters who have reached the rank of Sun Lord are able to use the following battle-spells of the Elder Magi:

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            • Penetrate&emdash;This increases the penetrative energy of any arrow, or arrow-like missile, launched by a Sun Lord.
              • -
            • Energy Grasp&emdash;This spell enables a Sun Lord to discharge a powerful electrical force into anything he or she touches. It is similar in effect to the Brotherhood spell Lightning Hand, but differs in that it is easier to control and channel the resulting energy. It also requires the actual touching of an object or an enemy to effect the spell.
              • +
            • PenetrateThis increases the penetrative energy of any arrow, or arrow-like missile, launched by a Sun Lord.
              • +
            • Energy GraspThis spell enables a Sun Lord to discharge a powerful electrical force into anything he or she touches. It is similar in effect to the Brotherhood spell Lightning Hand, but differs in that it is easier to control and channel the resulting energy. It also requires the actual touching of an object or an enemy to effect the spell.
            Grand Thane (9 Disciplines)

            Grand Masters who have reached the rank of Grand Thane are able to use the following Old Kingdom battle-spells:

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            • Power Glyph&emdash;By inscribing this ancient glyph (a secret magical symbol) upon a door, an archway, or even upon the lid of a closed box, a Kai Grand Thane is able to protect items or portals from being opened. Any creature attempting to open a portal protected in such a way will release the power of the glyph and suffer its deadly effects.
              • -
            • Hold Enemy&emdash;Using this spell, a Kai Grand Thane is able to immobilize a single hostile creature anywhere within twenty feet of themselves. The duration of the spell is dependent upon the size and strength of the targetted creature. The range and duration of effect of this spell increases as a Grand Master rises in rank.
              • +
            • Power GlyphBy inscribing this ancient glyph (a secret magical symbol) upon a door, an archway, or even upon the lid of a closed box, a Kai Grand Thane is able to protect items or portals from being opened. Any creature attempting to open a portal protected in such a way will release the power of the glyph and suffer its deadly effects.
              • +
            • Hold EnemyUsing this spell, a Kai Grand Thane is able to immobilize a single hostile creature anywhere within twenty feet of themselves. The duration of the spell is dependent upon the size and strength of the targetted creature. The range and duration of effect of this spell increases as a Grand Master rises in rank.
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            Grand Masters who have reached the rank of Sun Knight are able to use the following Brotherhood spells:

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            • Halt Missile&emdash;This causes any projected or hurled missile (i.e. arrows, axes, crossbow bolts, etc.) which may pose an immediate threat to the life of a Sun Knight, to cease its flight and remain stationary in mid-air. The effect of the spell lasts for 2&endash;3 seconds, allowing the Sun Knight sufficient time to move away from its line of flight. Initially only one missile can be affected by this spell, but the number lncreases as a Grand Master rises in rank.
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            • Strength&emdash;By casting this spell, a Sun Knight is able to greatly increase his or her physical strength for a short duration. It can be used to lift or move heavy objects, or to effect a temporary increase in COMBAT SKILL and ENDURANCE scores whilst fighting an enemy in unarmed combat.
              • +
            • Halt MissileThis causes any projected or hurled missile (i.e. arrows, axes, crossbow bolts, etc.) which may pose an immediate threat to the life of a Sun Knight, to cease its flight and remain stationary in mid-air. The effect of the spell lasts for 23 seconds, allowing the Sun Knight sufficient time to move away from its line of flight. Initially only one missile can be affected by this spell, but the number lncreases as a Grand Master rises in rank.
              • +
            • StrengthBy casting this spell, a Sun Knight is able to greatly increase his or her physical strength for a short duration. It can be used to lift or move heavy objects, or to effect a temporary increase in COMBAT SKILL and ENDURANCE scores whilst fighting an enemy in unarmed combat.
            Sun Thane (8 Disciplines)

            Grand Masters who have reached the rank of Sun Thane we able to use the following Brotherhood spells:

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            • Slow Fall&emdash;By casting this spell, Kai Sun Thanes are able to slow their rate of free-falling to three feet per second, thereby avoiding damage upon landing while the spell is in effect. The duration of the spell is limited at first, but it steadily increases as a Grand Master rises in rank.
              • -
            • Breathe Water&emdash;Using this spell, a Kai Sun Thane is able to breathe underwater for ten minutes. The duration of effect increases as a Grand Master rises in rank.
              • +
            • Slow FallBy casting this spell, Kai Sun Thanes are able to slow their rate of free-falling to three feet per second, thereby avoiding damage upon landing while the spell is in effect. The duration of the spell is limited at first, but it steadily increases as a Grand Master rises in rank.
              • +
            • Breathe WaterUsing this spell, a Kai Sun Thane is able to breathe underwater for ten minutes. The duration of effect increases as a Grand Master rises in rank.
            Grand Crown (10 Disciplines)

            Grand Masters who have reached the rank of Grand Crown are able to use the following Brotherhood spells:

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            • Teleport&emdash;By casting this spell, Kai Grand Crowns can transport themselves physically to any place which they can see with their own eyes. The spell will carry the caster, his equipment and clothing to his chosen sighted destination. It cannot be used on any other living creature and it will not transport any other living creature along with the caster. Use of this spell will cost the caster between 1 and 5 ENDURANCE points every time it is used. This cost reduces as a Kai Grand Master increases in rank.
              • -
            • See Illusion&emdash;Using this spell, a Kai Grand Crown is able to detect an illusion and know immediately its true identity or purpose.
              • +
            • TeleportBy casting this spell, Kai Grand Crowns can transport themselves physically to any place which they can see with their own eyes. The spell will carry the caster, his equipment and clothing to his chosen sighted destination. It cannot be used on any other living creature and it will not transport any other living creature along with the caster. Use of this spell will cost the caster between 1 and 5 ENDURANCE points every time it is used. This cost reduces as a Kai Grand Master increases in rank.
              • +
            • See IllusionUsing this spell, a Kai Grand Crown is able to detect an illusion and know immediately its true identity or purpose.
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            -

            If you successfully complete the mission as set in this, the first of the Lone Wolf Grand Master series, you may add a further Grand Master Discipline of your choice to your Action Chart in Book 14.

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            If you successfully complete the mission as set in this, the first of the Lone Wolf Grand Master series, you may add a further Grand Master Discipline of your choice to your Action Chart in Book 14.

            For every Grand Master Discipline you possess, in excess of the original four disciplines you begin with, you may add 1 point to your basic COMBAT SKILL score and 2 points to your basic ENDURANCE points score. These bonus points, together with your extra Grand Master Discipline, your original four Grand Master Disciplines, and any Special Items that you have found and been able to keep during your adventures, may then be carried over and used in the next Grand Master adventure.

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            There will be occasions during your adventure when you have to fight an enemy. The enemy's COMBAT SKILL and ENDURANCE points are given in the text. Lone Wolf's aim in the combat is to kill the enemy by reducing his ENDURANCE points to zero while losing as few ENDURANCE points as possible himself.

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            At the start of a combat, enter Lone Wolf's and the enemy's ENDURANCE points in the appropriate boxes on the Combat Record section of your Action Chart. The sequence for combat is as follows:

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            There will be occasions during your adventure when you have to fight an enemy. The enemys COMBAT SKILL and ENDURANCE points are given in the text. Lone Wolfs aim in the combat is to kill the enemy by reducing his ENDURANCE points to zero while losing as few ENDURANCE points as possible himself.

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            At the start of a combat, enter Lone Wolfs and the enemys ENDURANCE points in the appropriate boxes on the Combat Record section of your Action Chart. The sequence for combat is as follows:

            1. Add any extra points gained through your Grand Master Disciplines and Special Items to your current COMBAT SKILL total.

            2. Subtract the COMBAT SKILL of your enemy from this total. The result is your Combat Ratio. Enter it on the Action Chart.

              Example

              Lone Wolf (COMBAT SKILL 28) is attacked by a pack of Doomwolves (COMBAT SKILL 30). He is taken by surprise and is not given the opportunity of evading their attack. Lone Wolf has the Grand Master Discipline of Kai-surge to which the Doomwolves are not immune, so Lone Wolf adds 8 points to his COMBAT SKILL, giving him a total COMBAT SKILL of 36.

              -

              He subtracts the Doomwolf pack's COMBAT SKILL from his own, giving a Combat Ratio of +6. (36-30 = +6). +6 is noted on the Action Chart as the Combat Ratio.

              +

              He subtracts the Doomwolf packs COMBAT SKILL from his own, giving a Combat Ratio of +6. (36-30 = +6). +6 is noted on the Action Chart as the Combat Ratio.

            3. When you have your Combat Ratio, pick a number from the Random Number Table.

            4. @@ -1645,12 +1594,12 @@ specialitems -

              The following table is a guide to the rank and titles you can achieve at each stage of your journey along the road of Kai Grand Mastership. As you successfully complete each adventure in the Lone Wolf Grand Master series, you will gain an additional Grand Master Discipline and progress towards the pinnacle of Kai perfection&emdash;to become a Kai Supreme Master.

              +

              The following table is a guide to the rank and titles you can achieve at each stage of your journey along the road of Kai Grand Mastership. As you successfully complete each adventure in the Lone Wolf Grand Master series, you will gain an additional Grand Master Discipline and progress towards the pinnacle of Kai perfectionto become a Kai Supreme Master.

              1. Kai Grand Master Senior
              2. Kai Grand Master Superior
              3. Kai Grand Sentinel
                4. -
              4. Kai Grand Defender&emdash;You begin the Lone Wolf Grand Master adventures at this level of Mastery
                5. +
              5. Kai Grand DefenderYou begin the Lone Wolf Grand Master adventures at this level of Mastery
              6. Kai Grand Guardian
              7. Sun Knight
              8. Sun Lord
                9. @@ -1679,7 +1628,7 @@ specialitems

                If you are a Grand Master who has reached the rank of Kai Grand Guardian (5 Disciplines), you will now benefit from improvements to the following Grand Master Disciplines:

                Animal Mastery
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                Kai Grand Guardians with this discipline are able to summon a limited number of forest animals to their location. The creatures so summoned will become loyal and willing allies, willing to do the Kai Grand Guardian's bidding. This ability can only be used in an outdoor setting.

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                Kai Grand Guardians with this discipline are able to summon a limited number of forest animals to their location. The creatures so summoned will become loyal and willing allies, willing to do the Kai Grand Guardians bidding. This ability can only be used in an outdoor setting.

                Assimilance

                Kai Grand Guardians who possess this skill are able to create a cloud of fog-like vapour within 15 yards of their location. This fog will obscure both normal and infra-vision. The duration of the fog increases as a Grand Master rises in rank.

                Grand Huntmastery
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                Grand Masters who have reached the rank of Kai Grand Guardian are able to use the following battle-spells of the Elder Magi:

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                • Splinter&emdash;This causes breakable items such as bottles, jugs, mirrors, windows, etc[.], to shatter to pieces. The range of this spell increases as a Grand Master rises in rank.
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                • Flameshaft&emdash;This causes the tip of any arrow, or arrow-like missile, to burn fiercely with a magical flame which cannot readily be extinguished by normal means.
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                • SplinterThis causes breakable items such as bottles, jugs, mirrors, windows, etc[.], to shatter to pieces. The range of this spell increases as a Grand Master rises in rank.
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                • FlameshaftThis causes the tip of any arrow, or arrow-like missile, to burn fiercely with a magical flame which cannot readily be extinguished by normal means.
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                Grand Weaponmastery

                Sun Knights with this discipline are able to wield two-handed weapons (e.g. Broadsword, Quarterstaff, Spear, etc.) with full effect, using only one hand.

                Deliverance
                -

                Sun Knights who possess this skill are able to repair serious wounds sustained by creatures other than themselves. By the laying of hands upon the affected creature's body, a Sun Knight can cause an open wound (or other serious injury) to mend itself. The speed at which this healing takes place increases as a Grand Master rises in rank.

                +

                Sun Knights who possess this skill are able to repair serious wounds sustained by creatures other than themselves. By the laying of hands upon the affected creatures body, a Sun Knight can cause an open wound (or other serious injury) to mend itself. The speed at which this healing takes place increases as a Grand Master rises in rank.

                Grand Pathsmanship

                Kai Sun Knights with this skill are able to repel at will all normal-sized insects within a radius of three yards. The range and numbers of insects so affected increases considerably as a Grand Master rises in rank.

                Grand Nexus
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                Grand Masters who have reached the rank of Sun Knight are able to use the following Brotherhood spells:

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                • Halt Missile&emdash;This causes any projected or hurled missile (i.e. arrows, axes, crossbow bolts, etc.) which may pose an immediate threat to the life of a Sun Knight, to cease its flight and remain stationary in mid-air. The effect of the spell lasts for 2&endash;3 seconds, allowing the Sun Knight sufficient time to move away from its line of flight. Initially only one missile can be affected by this spell, but the number lncreases as a Grand Master rises in rank.
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                • Strength&emdash;By casting this spell, a Sun Knight is able to greatly increase his or her physical strength for a short duration. It can be used to lift or move heavy objects, or to effect a temporary increase in COMBAT SKILL and ENDURANCE scores whilst fighting an enemy in unarmed combat.
                  • +
                • Halt MissileThis causes any projected or hurled missile (i.e. arrows, axes, crossbow bolts, etc.) which may pose an immediate threat to the life of a Sun Knight, to cease its flight and remain stationary in mid-air. The effect of the spell lasts for 23 seconds, allowing the Sun Knight sufficient time to move away from its line of flight. Initially only one missile can be affected by this spell, but the number lncreases as a Grand Master rises in rank.
                  • +
                • StrengthBy casting this spell, a Sun Knight is able to greatly increase his or her physical strength for a short duration. It can be used to lift or move heavy objects, or to effect a temporary increase in COMBAT SKILL and ENDURANCE scores whilst fighting an enemy in unarmed combat.
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                Grand Huntmastery

                Kai Sun Lords with this skill are able to see, with acute accuracy, light in the infrared spectrum, ie. they can see complex patterns generated by heat in near or total darkness. They can also see light in the ultraviolet spectrum.

                Kai-surge
                -

                Sun Lords who possess mastery of this Discipline are able to launch a Kai-Blast&emdash;a pulse ofintense psychic energy which is capable of affecting both psychically active and inactive enemies. This form of psychic attack is very effective, more so than a usual Kai-surge, Psi-surge or Mindblast. It can cause an enemy to lose between 2 and 18 ENDURANCE points in one attack. However, use of a Kai-Blast will reduce a Sun Lord's ENDURANCE points total by 4. It cannot be used in conjunction with any other form of psychic attack.

                +

                Sun Lords who possess mastery of this Discipline are able to launch a Kai-Blasta pulse ofintense psychic energy which is capable of affecting both psychically active and inactive enemies. This form of psychic attack is very effective, more so than a usual Kai-surge, Psi-surge or Mindblast. It can cause an enemy to lose between 2 and 18 ENDURANCE points in one attack. However, use of a Kai-Blast will reduce a Sun Lords ENDURANCE points total by 4. It cannot be used in conjunction with any other form of psychic attack.

                Telegnosis

                Sun Lords who possess this Discipline are able to alter their body-weight in order to walk successfully upon different kinds of surface, eg: water, mud, lava and quicksand. Time duration and degree of surface difficulty increases as a Grand Master rises in rank.

                Magi-magic

                Grand Masters who have reached the rank of Sun Lord are able to use the following battle-spells of the Elder Magi:

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                • Penetrate&emdash;This increases the penetrative energy of any arrow, or arrow-like missile, launched by a Sun Lord.
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                • Energy Grasp&emdash;This spell enables a Sun Lord to discharge a powerful electrical force into anything he or she touches. It is similar in effect to the Brotherhood spell Lightning Hand, but differs in that it is easier to control and channel the resulting energy. It also requires the actual touching of an object or an enemy to effect the spell.
                  • +
                • PenetrateThis increases the penetrative energy of any arrow, or arrow-like missile, launched by a Sun Lord.
                  • +
                • Energy GraspThis spell enables a Sun Lord to discharge a powerful electrical force into anything he or she touches. It is similar in effect to the Brotherhood spell Lightning Hand, but differs in that it is easier to control and channel the resulting energy. It also requires the actual touching of an object or an enemy to effect the spell.
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                Grand Masters who have reached the rank of Sun Thane we able to use the following Brotherhood spells:

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                • Slow Fall&emdash;By casting this spell, Kai Sun Thanes are able to slow their rate of free-falling to three feet per second, thereby avoiding damage upon landing while the spell is in effect. The duration of the spell is limited at first, but it steadily increases as a Grand Master rises in rank.
                  • -
                • Breathe Water&emdash;Using this spell, a Kai Sun Thane is able to breathe underwater for ten minutes. The duration of effect increases as a Grand Master rises in rank.
                  • +
                • Slow FallBy casting this spell, Kai Sun Thanes are able to slow their rate of free-falling to three feet per second, thereby avoiding damage upon landing while the spell is in effect. The duration of the spell is limited at first, but it steadily increases as a Grand Master rises in rank.
                  • +
                • Breathe WaterUsing this spell, a Kai Sun Thane is able to breathe underwater for ten minutes. The duration of effect increases as a Grand Master rises in rank.
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                Grand Masters who have reached the rank of Grand Thane are able to use the following Old Kingdom battle-spells:

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                • Power Glyph&emdash;By inscribing this ancient glyph (a secret magical symbol) upon a door, an archway, or even upon the lid of a closed box, a Kai Grand Thane is able to protect items or portals from being opened. Any creature attempting to open a portal protected in such a way will release the power of the glyph and suffer its deadly effects.
                  • -
                • Hold Enemy&emdash;Using this spell, a Kai Grand Thane is able to immobilize a single hostile creature anywhere within twenty feet of themselves. The duration of the spell is dependent upon the size and strength of the targetted creature. The range and duration of effect of this spell increases as a Grand Master rises in rank.
                  • +
                • Power GlyphBy inscribing this ancient glyph (a secret magical symbol) upon a door, an archway, or even upon the lid of a closed box, a Kai Grand Thane is able to protect items or portals from being opened. Any creature attempting to open a portal protected in such a way will release the power of the glyph and suffer its deadly effects.
                  • +
                • Hold EnemyUsing this spell, a Kai Grand Thane is able to immobilize a single hostile creature anywhere within twenty feet of themselves. The duration of the spell is dependent upon the size and strength of the targetted creature. The range and duration of effect of this spell increases as a Grand Master rises in rank.
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                Kai-screen

                Grand Crowns who possess mastery of this Discipline are able to mask the goodly aura which radiates naturally from their minds and bodies. Additionally, Grand Crowns can deliberately alter these auras to give a false impression of themselves to creatures who are sensitive to such psychic auras.

                Grand Nexus
                -

                Grand Crowns who possess this Discipline are able to speak a Kai Power Word&emdash;a holy utterance which will cause physical and psychic damage to any single creature within a radius of thirty feet. The degree of damage so caused, and the resultant drain upon a Grand Crown's reserves of ENDURANCE, are dependent upon individual circumstances. The power and range of this skill increases as a Grand Master rises in rank.

                +

                Grand Crowns who possess this Discipline are able to speak a Kai Power Worda holy utterance which will cause physical and psychic damage to any single creature within a radius of thirty feet. The degree of damage so caused, and the resultant drain upon a Grand Crowns reserves of ENDURANCE, are dependent upon individual circumstances. The power and range of this skill increases as a Grand Master rises in rank.

                Kai-alchemy

                Grand Masters who have reached the rank of Grand Crown are able to use the following Brotherhood spells:

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                • Teleport&emdash;By casting this spell, Kai Grand Crowns can transport themselves physically to any place which they can see with their own eyes. The spell will carry the caster, his equipment and clothing to his chosen sighted destination. It cannot be used on any other living creature and it will not transport any other living creature along with the caster. Use of this spell will cost the caster between 1 and 5 ENDURANCE points every time it is used. This cost reduces as a Kai Grand Master increases in rank.
                  • -
                • See Illusion&emdash;Using this spell, a Kai Grand Crown is able to detect an illusion and know immediately its true identity or purpose.
                  • +
                • TeleportBy casting this spell, Kai Grand Crowns can transport themselves physically to any place which they can see with their own eyes. The spell will carry the caster, his equipment and clothing to his chosen sighted destination. It cannot be used on any other living creature and it will not transport any other living creature along with the caster. Use of this spell will cost the caster between 1 and 5 ENDURANCE points every time it is used. This cost reduces as a Kai Grand Master increases in rank.
                  • +
                • See IllusionUsing this spell, a Kai Grand Crown is able to detect an illusion and know immediately its true identity or purpose.
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                Animal Mastery

                Kai Sun Princes with this Discipline are able to alter their appearance, including clothing and equipment, to take on the guise of any animal that they may come into contact with. This physical change will only be witnessed by the animal in question.

                Deliverance
                -

                Sun Princes with this ability are able to cause the regeneration of lost body parts, ie, [i.e.] hands, feet, arms, legs, bones and internal organs. This improved Discipline can be used to repair a Sun Prince's own body, or that of another person or creature. The time required to effect regeneration depends on the size and relative importance of the body part affected.

                +

                Sun Princes with this ability are able to cause the regeneration of lost body parts, ie, [i.e.] hands, feet, arms, legs, bones and internal organs. This improved Discipline can be used to repair a Sun Princes own body, or that of another person or creature. The time required to effect regeneration depends on the size and relative importance of the body part affected.

                Assimilance

                Kai Sun Princes who possess this Discipline are able to create an illusory double of themselves and project this image up to a range of thirty feet. The Sun Prince must remain in visual contact with his/her image in order to maintain the illusion. Physical, magical, and psychic attacks upon the illusory image will cause no injury. The range of this ability increases substantially when a Sun Prince attains the rank of Kai Supreme Master.

                Kai-surge
                -

                Sun Princes who possess mastery of this Discipline are able to focus their psychic power into a Kai-Ray: a laser-like beam of mental energy capable of penetrating the strongest of psychic defences. This ability can be used once during a combat to reduce an enemy's ENDURANCE score by 15 points. However, use of this Kai-Ray will also reduce a Sun Prince's ENDURANCE score by 4 points. It cannot be used if a Sun Prince's ENDURANCE score is 10 or less and it cannot be used in conjunction with any other form of psychic attack.

                +

                Sun Princes who possess mastery of this Discipline are able to focus their psychic power into a Kai-Ray: a laser-like beam of mental energy capable of penetrating the strongest of psychic defences. This ability can be used once during a combat to reduce an enemys ENDURANCE score by 15 points. However, use of this Kai-Ray will also reduce a Sun Princes ENDURANCE score by 4 points. It cannot be used if a Sun Princes ENDURANCE score is 10 or less and it cannot be used in conjunction with any other form of psychic attack.

                Kai-screen

                Sun Princes who possess this Discipline are able to create a mental sanctuary in which to keep safe their minds from psychic assault. Creation of this sanctuary does not require thought or concentration; it occurs instantly whenever a Kai Sun Prince is subjected to psychic attack. The defensive strength of this sanctuary further increases when a Sun Prince attains the rank of Kai Supreme Master.

                Grand Huntmastery
                @@ -1885,9 +1834,9 @@ specialitems

                To keep a record of your adventure, use the Action Chart.

                -

                Before you set off on your adventure, you must discover how well your Shianti masters have prepared you for your quest by determining your fighting prowess&emdash;COMBAT SKILL&emdash;your state of mind&emdash;WILLPOWER&emdash;and your physical stamina&emdash;ENDURANCE. To do this take a pencil and, with eyes closed, point with the blunt end of it on to the Random Number Table. If you pick 0 it counts as zero.

                +

                Before you set off on your adventure, you must discover how well your Shianti masters have prepared you for your quest by determining your fighting prowessCOMBAT SKILLyour state of mindWILLPOWERand your physical staminaENDURANCE. To do this take a pencil and, with eyes closed, point with the blunt end of it on to the Random Number Table. If you pick 0 it counts as zero.

                The first number that you pick from the Random Number Table in this way represents your COMBAT SKILL. Add 10 to the number you picked and write the total in the COMBAT SKILL section of your Action Chart. (e.g., if your pencil fell on the number 4 in the Random Number Table you would write in a COMBAT SKILL of 14.) When you fight, your COMBAT SKILL will be pitted against that of your enemy. A high score in this section is therefore very desirable.

                -

                The second number that you pick from the Random Number Table represents your WILLPOWER. Add 20 to this number and write the total in the WILLPOWER section of your Action Chart (e.g., if your pencil fell on the number 6 in the Random Number Table you would have a WILLPOWER of 26). If you decide to use a spell or utilize the power of your Wizard's Staff, then you will lose WILLPOWER points. If at any time your WILLPOWER falls to zero, you may not use any of your spells or your Wizard's Staff. Lost WILLPOWER points can be regained during the course of the adventure, and it is possible for your WILLPOWER points to rise above the total with which you start your adventure.

                +

                The second number that you pick from the Random Number Table represents your WILLPOWER. Add 20 to this number and write the total in the WILLPOWER section of your Action Chart (e.g., if your pencil fell on the number 6 in the Random Number Table you would have a WILLPOWER of 26). If you decide to use a spell or utilize the power of your Wizards Staff, then you will lose WILLPOWER points. If at any time your WILLPOWER falls to zero, you may not use any of your spells or your Wizards Staff. Lost WILLPOWER points can be regained during the course of the adventure, and it is possible for your WILLPOWER points to rise above the total with which you start your adventure.

                The third number that you pick from the Random Number Table represents your powers of ENDURANCE. Add 20 to this number and write the total in the ENDURANCE section of your Action Chart (e.g., if your pencil fell on the number 6 on the Random Number Table you would have 26 ENDURANCE points). If you are wounded in combat, you will lose ENDURANCE points. If at any time your ENDURANCE points fall to zero, you are dead and the adventure is over. Lost ENDURANCE points can be regained during the course of the adventure but can never rise above the number with which you start your adventure.

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                The power of Enchantment enables a wizard to charm or beguile other creatures, and create illusions in the minds of others. He will be able to extract information from others, place thoughts and compulsions into another's mind or cause them to believe that imaginary events are actually taking place. Some magical or highly intelligent beings may be immune to the powers of Enchantment

                +

                The power of Enchantment enables a wizard to charm or beguile other creatures, and create illusions in the minds of others. He will be able to extract information from others, place thoughts and compulsions into anothers mind or cause them to believe that imaginary events are actually taking place. Some magical or highly intelligent beings may be immune to the powers of Enchantment

                If you choose this power, write Enchantment on your Action Chart.
                @@ -1966,7 +1915,7 @@ specialitems
            - Wizard's Staff + Wizard<ch.apos/>s Staff

            Your Staff is your most valuable possession. It looks and feels like an ordinary quarterstaff, yet it is stronger than any known metal. This is your main combat weapon, for you are untrained in the use of any other form of armed combat. It contains a potent force that is unleashed at will by the power of your mind, and causes a beam of destructive power to hurtle from its tip. Every time you unleash this power you must deduct 1 WILLPOWER point.

            @@ -1986,7 +1935,7 @@ specialitems -

            You wear the grey robe and hooded cloak of a Shianti Wizard. Your only weapon is your Wizard's Staff (note this on your Action Chart under Weapons). You wear a Backpack containing 4 Meals (note under Meals on your Action Chart), and you have been given a map of the Shadakine Empire (note under Special Items on your Action Chart) which you place inside your robe.

            +

            You wear the grey robe and hooded cloak of a Shianti Wizard. Your only weapon is your Wizards Staff (note this on your Action Chart under Weapons). You wear a Backpack containing 4 Meals (note under Meals on your Action Chart), and you have been given a map of the Shadakine Empire (note under Special Items on your Action Chart) which you place inside your robe.

            If you have chosen Alchemy as one of your Magical Powers, then you will have a leather pouch for herbs and potions hanging from your belt. The Herb Pouch contains the following:

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              Now that you have your equipment, the following list shows you how it is carried. You do not need to make notes, but you should refer back to this list in the course of your adventure.

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              • Wizard's Staff&emdash;Carried in the hand.
                • -
              • Backpack&emdash;slung over the shoulder.
                • -
              • Meals&emdash;carried in the Backpack.
                • -
              • Jewelled Dagger&emdash;tucked into your belt.
                • -
              • Magic Talisman&emdash;worn on a chain around your neck
                • -
              • Vial of Laumspur&emdash;carried in the Backpack.
                • +
              • Wizards StaffCarried in the hand.
                • +
              • Backpackslung over the shoulder.
                • +
              • Mealscarried in the Backpack.
                • +
              • Jewelled Daggertucked into your belt.
                • +
              • Magic Talismanworn on a chain around your neck
                • +
              • Vial of Laumspurcarried in the Backpack.
            @@ -2031,7 +1980,7 @@ specialitems
            Weapons
            -
            The maximum number of weapons that you may carry is two. Your Wizard's Staff counts as one weapon.
            +
            The maximum number of weapons that you may carry is two. Your Wizards Staff counts as one weapon.
            Backpack Items
            These must be stored in your Backpack. Because space is limited, you may only keep a maximum of eight articles, including Meals, in your Backpack at any one time.
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            Weapons
            -
            Your COMBAT SKILL depends on your Wizard's Staff. If you do not possess your Staff when you enter combat you must deduct 6 points from your COMBAT SKILL. If you enter a combat without a weapon, deduct 8 points from your COMBAT SKILL and fight with your bare hands. If you find a weapon during the adventure, you may pick it up and use it. (Remember that you can only carry two weapons at once.)
            +
            Your COMBAT SKILL depends on your Wizards Staff. If you do not possess your Staff when you enter combat you must deduct 6 points from your COMBAT SKILL. If you enter a combat without a weapon, deduct 8 points from your COMBAT SKILL and fight with your bare hands. If you find a weapon during the adventure, you may pick it up and use it. (Remember that you can only carry two weapons at once.)
            Backpack Items
            During your travels you will discover various useful items which you may wish to keep. (Remember that you can only carry a maximum of eight items in your Backpack at any one time.) You may exchange or discard them at any point when you are not involved in combat.
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            There will be occasions during your adventure when you have to fight an enemy. The enemy's COMBAT SKILL and ENDURANCE points are given in the text. Grey Star's aim during the combat is to kill the enemy by reducing his ENDURANCE points to zero while at the same time losing as few ENDURANCE points as possible himself.

            -

            At the start of a combat, enter Grey Star's ENDURANCE and WILLPOWER points and the enemy's ENDURANCE points in the appropriate boxes on the Combat Record section of your Action Chart.

            +

            There will be occasions during your adventure when you have to fight an enemy. The enemys COMBAT SKILL and ENDURANCE points are given in the text. Grey Stars aim during the combat is to kill the enemy by reducing his ENDURANCE points to zero while at the same time losing as few ENDURANCE points as possible himself.

            +

            At the start of a combat, enter Grey Stars ENDURANCE and WILLPOWER points and the enemys ENDURANCE points in the appropriate boxes on the Combat Record section of your Action Chart.

            The sequence for combat is as follows:

            1. @@ -2094,21 +2043,21 @@ specialitems

            2. Subtract the COMBAT SKILL of your enemy from this total. The result is your Combat Ratio. Enter it on the Action Chart.

            3. -

              If you are using your Wizard's Staff, decide how many WILLPOWER points you wish to use. (Remember, you must expend at least 1 point.) Enter this number on your Combat Record in the box marked WILLPOWER.

              +

              If you are using your Wizards Staff, decide how many WILLPOWER points you wish to use. (Remember, you must expend at least 1 point.) Enter this number on your Combat Record in the box marked WILLPOWER.

              Example

              -

              Grey Star (COMBAT SKILL 15, WILLPOWER 23) is ambushed by a Deathgaunt (COMBAT SKILL 20). He is not given the opportunity to evade combat, but he can use his Wizard's Staff against the creature as it swoops down on him. He subtracts the Deathgaunt's COMBAT SKILL from his own, giving a Combat Ratio of −5. (15 − 20 = −5). −5 is noted on the Action Chart as the Combat Ratio. Grey Star decides to use 2 WILLPOWER points, which is noted on the WILLPOWER box of the Combat Record.

              4. +

              Grey Star (COMBAT SKILL 15, WILLPOWER 23) is ambushed by a Deathgaunt (COMBAT SKILL 20). He is not given the opportunity to evade combat, but he can use his Wizards Staff against the creature as it swoops down on him. He subtracts the Deathgaunts COMBAT SKILL from his own, giving a Combat Ratio of 5. (15 20 = 5). 5 is noted on the Action Chart as the Combat Ratio. Grey Star decides to use 2 WILLPOWER points, which is noted on the WILLPOWER box of the Combat Record.

            4. When you have decided upon the number of WILLPOWER points you wish to use, and have determined your Combat Ratio, pick a number from the Random Number Table.

            5. Turn to the Combat Results Table on the inside back cover of the book. Along the top of the chart are shown the Combat Ratio numbers. Find the number that is the same as your Combat Ratio and cross-reference it with the random number that you have picked. (The random numbers appear on the side of the chart.) You now have the number of ENDURANCE points lost by Grey Star. To calculate the number lost by the enemy, multiply this by the number of WILLPOWER points that Grey Star elected to use. Now you have the final number of ENDURANCE points lost by both Grey Star and his enemy in this round of combat. (E represents points lost by the enemy; GS represents points lost by Grey Star.)

              Example

              -

              The Combat Ratio between Grey Star and the Deathgaunt has been established as −5, and Grey Star's WILLPOWER points used as 2. If the number taken from the Random Number Table is a 6, then the result of the first round of combat is:

              +

              The Combat Ratio between Grey Star and the Deathgaunt has been established as 5, and Grey Stars WILLPOWER points used as 2. If the number taken from the Random Number Table is a 6, then the result of the first round of combat is:

              6. -

            6. On the Action Chart, mark the changes in ENDURANCE points to the participants in the combat, and Grey Star's amended WILLPOWER points total.

              7. +

            7. On the Action Chart, mark the changes in ENDURANCE points to the participants in the combat, and Grey Stars amended WILLPOWER points total.

            8. Unless otherwise instructed, or unless you have an option to evade, the next round of combat now starts.

            9. Repeat the sequence from Stage 3.

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            Action Chart
            -

            The Action Chart is a set of tables which contain all information about your character such as items carried, skills possessed, etc. The Action Chart can take many forms. You may use a specialized program like StatsKeeper to help you keep track of character statistics. You may use a spreadsheet document. You may print out the Action Chart that appears in the Internet Editions of the books and fill in the blanks. As you become familiar with the rules, you may want to create your own by hand on paper. The method you choose doesn't matter as long as you're comfortable with it.

            +

            The Action Chart is a set of tables which contain all information about your character such as items carried, skills possessed, etc. The Action Chart can take many forms. You may use a specialized program like StatsKeeper to help you keep track of character statistics. You may use a spreadsheet document. You may print out the Action Chart that appears in the Internet Editions of the books and fill in the blanks. As you become familiar with the rules, you may want to create your own by hand on paper. The method you choose doesnt matter as long as youre comfortable with it.

            Adgana

            (Backpack Item) The leaves of the Adgana plant are a potent narcotic popular among the warriors of Magnamund. When dried, crushed, and eaten, they provide a potent enhancement to COMBAT SKILL for the duration of a fight, but at a high potential cost.

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            Regardless of whether addiction is suffered on the first use or not, future doses of Adgana will provide a bonus of only +3 COMBAT SKILL. Addiction must still be checked for at the end of a combat, but now occurs on a pick of 0, 1, 2, or 3 from the Random Number Table.

            Alether
            -

            (Backpack Item) This plant is common throughout much of Magnamund. Its orange berries are renowned for their ability to improve combat prowess either when eaten whole or when the juice of the crushed berries is drunk. Alether potions or berries typically provide a bonus of +2 COMBAT SKILL for the duration of a single fight, but the amount of the bonus is always specified when you find the item. It is uncertain whether or not Alether's effects should last for a single enemy or for all enemies in one numbered section.

            +

            (Backpack Item) This plant is common throughout much of Magnamund. Its orange berries are renowned for their ability to improve combat prowess either when eaten whole or when the juice of the crushed berries is drunk. Alether potions or berries typically provide a bonus of +2 COMBAT SKILL for the duration of a single fight, but the amount of the bonus is always specified when you find the item. It is uncertain whether or not Alethers effects should last for a single enemy or for all enemies in one numbered section.

            Armour
            -

            There is an interesting blind spot in the rules regarding armour which increases your ENDURANCE (e.g. Chainmail Waistcoats and Padded Leather Waistcoats). For example, if you are wearing a piece of armour that gives you a 4 ENDURANCE point bonus and your current ENDURANCE point score is less than or equal to 4, what happens if you lose or discard the armour? Your ENDURANCE score has fallen to zero or below, so strictly speaking, you should be dead. This doesn't mesh well with reality, so use your best judgement.

            +

            There is an interesting blind spot in the rules regarding armour which increases your ENDURANCE (e.g. Chainmail Waistcoats and Padded Leather Waistcoats). For example, if you are wearing a piece of armour that gives you a 4 ENDURANCE point bonus and your current ENDURANCE point score is less than or equal to 4, what happens if you lose or discard the armour? Your ENDURANCE score has fallen to zero or below, so strictly speaking, you should be dead. This doesnt mesh well with reality, so use your best judgement.

            Axe

            (Weapon carried in the hand)

            Arrow
            -

            (Special Item carried in a Quiver) This item is carried in a Quiver and so doesn't take up any more space as a Weapon or Special Item than the Quiver required to carry it. You must possess an Arrow in order to use a Bow.

            +

            (Special Item carried in a Quiver) This item is carried in a Quiver and so doesnt take up any more space as a Weapon or Special Item than the Quiver required to carry it. You must possess an Arrow in order to use a Bow.

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            Backpack
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            Your Backpack is used to carry various items. The maximum number of items that can be carried in your Backpack in the Kai and Magnakai series is eight. If you lose your Backpack, you cannot keep any Backpack Items until you find a Backpack in which to keep them. If you have lost your Backpack in an adventure and haven't yet found one before beginning the next adventure, you will be given a new one when you choose your equipment.

            +

            Your Backpack is used to carry various items. The maximum number of items that can be carried in your Backpack in the Kai and Magnakai series is eight. If you lose your Backpack, you cannot keep any Backpack Items until you find a Backpack in which to keep them. If you have lost your Backpack in an adventure and havent yet found one before beginning the next adventure, you will be given a new one when you choose your equipment.

            Belt Pouch

            Your Belt Pouch stores 50 Gold Crowns or an equivalent amount of another currency.

            Bow
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            (Weapon carried in the hand) You must have at least one Arrow (usually carried in a Quiver) to use a Bow&emdash;more if the text requires it. You cannot use a Bow in combat, but will be told in the text when you have an opportunity to use it. If you enter combat armed only with a Bow, it is the same as if you were unarmed.

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            (Weapon carried in the hand) You must have at least one Arrow (usually carried in a Quiver) to use a Bowmore if the text requires it. You cannot use a Bow in combat, but will be told in the text when you have an opportunity to use it. If you enter combat armed only with a Bow, it is the same as if you were unarmed.

            Broadsword

            (Weapon carried in the hand) This Weapon requires the use of two hands in combat.

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            Chainmail Waistcoat

            (Special Item worn on the body) The Chainmail Waistcoat armour adds 4 ENDURANCE points to your total. It may be used in conjunction with a Padded Leather Waistcoat for a cumulative 6 ENDURANCE point bonus. [cite LWCN]

            Combat Ratio
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            The Combat Ratio is not a true ratio in the mathematical sense. It is the difference between your character's COMBAT RATIO and that of his opponent's. For example, if your character's COMBAT SKILL is 21 and his opponent's is 22, the Combat Ratio is -1 (21 - 20 = -1). Negative Combat Ratios are valid.

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            The Combat Ratio is not a true ratio in the mathematical sense. It is the difference between your characters COMBAT RATIO and that of his opponents. For example, if your characters COMBAT SKILL is 21 and his opponents is 22, the Combat Ratio is 1 (2120=1). Negative Combat Ratios are valid.

            Combat Results Table
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            The Combat Results Table is used to determine your character's ENDURANCE points loss and that of his opponent during a single round of combat. You cross-reference the Combat Ratio with the number chosen from the Random Number Table. (see Appendix B: Example Combat Results Table) For example, if the Combat Ratio is -4 and the random number is 7, you would find the column that has -4 at the top (note that most columns have two or more Combat Ratios) and the row that 7 on the side. Where that row and that column intersect, the opponents' ENDURANCE point loss is found. (see the example)

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            The Combat Results Table is used to determine your characters ENDURANCE points loss and that of his opponent during a single round of combat. You cross-reference the Combat Ratio with the number chosen from the Random Number Table. (see Appendix B: Example Combat Results Table) For example, if the Combat Ratio is 4 and the random number is 7, you would find the column that has 4 at the top (note that most columns have two or more Combat Ratios) and the row that 7 on the side. Where that row and that column intersect, the opponents ENDURANCE point loss is found. (see the example)

            Jonathan Blake @@ -2227,11 +2176,11 @@ specialitems
            Combat Skill
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            This is a measurement of your overall fighting prowess which can be effected by many things such as equipment carried, how surprised you are by an attack, your skills, etc. When in combat, your COMBAT SKILL is compared to your enemy's&emdash;the higher your COMBAT SKILL score the better.

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            This is a measurement of your overall fighting prowess which can be effected by many things such as equipment carried, how surprised you are by an attack, your skills, etc. When in combat, your COMBAT SKILL is compared to your enemysthe higher your COMBAT SKILL score the better.

            CS

            Abbreviation for COMBAT SKILL

            Currency
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            There are various forms of currency in use throughout Magnamund. The most commonly used in Lone Wolf's adventures is the Gold Crown. Other currencies include the Lune and the Kika. All forms of currency are stored in the Belt Pouch.

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            There are various forms of currency in use throughout Magnamund. The most commonly used in Lone Wolfs adventures is the Gold Crown. Other currencies include the Lune and the Kika. All forms of currency are stored in the Belt Pouch.

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            Dagger

            (Weapon carried in the hand)

            Dagger of Vashna
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            This cursed blade is a Special Item carried tucked into your belt. Although a potent Weapon which may be useful on Lone Wolf's adventures, it doesn't carry a bonus to your COMBAT SKILL or ENDURANCE outside of the Darklands.

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            This cursed blade is a Special Item carried tucked into your belt. Although a potent Weapon which may be useful on Lone Wolfs adventures, it doesnt carry a bonus to your COMBAT SKILL or ENDURANCE outside of the Darklands.

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            Strict adherence to the rules would dictate that only ENDURANCE lost in combat can be restored using Healing and its improved derivatives: Curing and Deliverance. Common sense says that wounds similar to those sustained in combat can also be healed, but ENDURANCE lost due to hunger, fatigue, etc. cannot.

            Herb Pouch
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            Carried by those skilled in the Wizard's power of Alchemy, it is used to carry the raw materials necessary to use this power. Contrary to what is stated in Grey Star the Wizard, the Herb Pouch can carry eight items. (see Lone Wolf Club Newsletter: Summer Special 1986)

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            Carried by those skilled in the Wizards power of Alchemy, it is used to carry the raw materials necessary to use this power. Contrary to what is stated in Grey Star the Wizard, the Herb Pouch can carry eight items. (see Lone Wolf Club Newsletter: Summer Special 1986)

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            Kika
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            The Kika is the form of currency used by the Darklords' minions. This small iron coin is worth one-tenth of a Gold Crown and ten of them take up as much space in your Belt Pouch as a single Gold Crown.

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            The Kika is the form of currency used by the Darklords minions. This small iron coin is worth one-tenth of a Gold Crown and ten of them take up as much space in your Belt Pouch as a single Gold Crown.

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            Negative Numbers
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            Negative numbers are used throughout the books. They are the numbers below zero. For example, if we have 1 and subtract 1 from it, we have 0. If we subtract 1 again, we have the next number below zero: -1 (we call this negative 1). The minus sign before the one tells us that it is a negative number. If we subtract 1 yet again, we have -2, and so on.

            -

            If we count from -5 to 5, it looks like this: -5, -4, -3, -2, -1, 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. If we subtract 5 from 3, we get -2. To see that this is true, start at 3 and count back 5 numbers.

            -

            To add a negative number to a normal (positive) number, we can think of it like subtraction. For example, if we add 3 and -2 we get 1. 3 + -2 is the same as 3 - 2, which is 1.

            -

            As a practical example of how negative numbers are used, during combat the opponent's score is subtracted from Lone Wolf's to find the Combat Ratio. If, for example, Lone Wolf has a COMBAT SKILL of 16 and his opponent has one of 18, the Combat Ratio is -2 (16 - 18 = -2).

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            Negative numbers are used throughout the books. They are the numbers below zero. For example, if we have 1 and subtract 1 from it, we have 0. If we subtract 1 again, we have the next number below zero: 1 (we call this negative 1). The minus sign before the one tells us that it is a negative number. If we subtract 1 yet again, we have 2, and so on.

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            If we count from 5 to 5, it looks like this: 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. If we subtract 5 from 3, we get 2. To see that this is true, start at 3 and count back 5 numbers.

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            To add a negative number to a normal (positive) number, we can think of it like subtraction. For example, if we add 3 and 2 we get 1. 3+2 is the same as 32, which is 1.

            +

            As a practical example of how negative numbers are used, during combat the opponents score is subtracted from Lone Wolfs to find the Combat Ratio. If, for example, Lone Wolf has a COMBAT SKILL of 16 and his opponent has one of 18, the Combat Ratio is 2 (1618=2).

            Nobles
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            Silver Bow of Duadon

            (Special Item) This is a Special Item not a Weapon (see ???). It adds +3 to every number you pick from the Random Number Table when using this Bow to make a shot.

            Sommerswerd
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            (Special Item) This legendary Weapon forged by a god-like race and given to the Sommlending is a powerful bane against evil. It grants a +8 COMBAT SKILL bonus when used in combat. Any Discipline bonus due to Weaponskill, Weaponmastery, or Grand Weaponmastery with Swords, Short Swords, or Broadswords is applicable when using the Sommerswerd. The Sommerswerd also absorbs hostile magic used against its bearer, and doubles all damage done to an undead opponent. It enhances the Disciplines of Sixth Sense, Divination, and Telegnosis. (see Sections 97 and 242 of Fire on the Water)

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            (Special Item) This legendary Weapon forged by a god-like race and given to the Sommlending is a powerful bane against evil. It grants a +8 COMBAT SKILL bonus when used in combat. Any Discipline bonus due to Weaponskill, Weaponmastery, or Grand Weaponmastery with Swords, Short Swords, or Broadswords is applicable when using the Sommerswerd. The Sommerswerd also absorbs hostile magic used against its bearer, and doubles all damage done to an undead opponent. It enhances the Disciplines of Sixth Sense, Divination, and Telegnosis (see Sections 97 and 242 of Fire on the Water).

            Spear

            (Weapon carried in the hand) This Weapon requires the use of two hands in combat.

            Special Items
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            Special Items are any items which are not Backpack Items, Weapons or currency (e.g. Gold Crowns). In Books 1&endash;7 of the Lone Wolf series, there is no stated maximum on how many Special Items you may carry. From Book 8 onwards, the maximum number you may carry is twelve. You may, if you wish, follow this rule prior to Book 8.

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            Special Items are any items which are not Backpack Items, Weapons or currency (e.g. Gold Crowns). In Books 17 of the Lone Wolf series, there is no stated maximum on how many Special Items you may carry. From Book 8 onwards, the maximum number you may carry is twelve. You may, if you wish, follow this rule prior to Book 8.

            Sword

            (Weapon carried in the hand)

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            Tarama
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            (Special Item) The seeds of this plant are highly sought after by those trained in the magical arts. Swallowing a single seed prior to the working of a spell will allow it to be cast without loss of WILLPOWER. These benefits do not apply to the use of WILLPOWER to charge a Wizard's Staff in combat although they do help when making long distance attacks.

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            (Special Item) The seeds of this plant are highly sought after by those trained in the magical arts. Swallowing a single seed prior to the working of a spell will allow it to be cast without loss of WILLPOWER. These benefits do not apply to the use of WILLPOWER to charge a Wizards Staff in combat although they do help when making long distance attacks.

            Tinderbox

            (Backpack Item) You must possess this item to light a Torch.

            Torch

            (Backpack Item) You must possess a Tinderbox in order to light a Torch.

            Two-handed Weapons
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            An off-handed reference in The Dungeons of Torgar: Section 304 lists Weapons which can be used in combat with one hand. This topic is dealt with more directly in the Grand Master series (e.g. The Plague Lords of Ruel: Section 295). Those not on the list Broadsword, Quarterstaff and Spear require the use of two hands during combat. Optionally, you may decide that this means that you cannot also use a Shield at the same time as these two-handed Weapons.

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            An off-handed reference in The Dungeons of Torgar: Section 304 lists Weapons which can be used in combat with one hand. This topic is dealt with more directly in the Grand Master series (e.g. The Plague Lords of Ruel: Section 295). Those not on the list Broadsword, Quarterstaff and Spear require the use of two hands during combat. Optionally, you may decide that this means that you cannot also use a Shield at the same time as these two-handed Weapons.

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            Weapons

            You carry Weapons in your hands, therefore you may only carry two. The Weapons in which the Kai Lords specialize are the Dagger, Spear, Mace, Short Sword, Warhammer, Sword, Axe, Quarterstaff, Broadsword and Bow. (see Weapon-like Special Items)

            Weapon-like Special Items
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            This is a class of Special Items that may be used as a Weapon. They aren't counted toward your maximum of two Weapons carried but rather count as a Special Item. A weapon-like Special Item is used as a Weapon of its same type (e.g. the Dagger of Vashna is used like a Dagger).

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            This is a class of Special Items that may be used as a Weapon. They arent counted toward your maximum of two Weapons carried but rather count as a Special Item. A weapon-like Special Item is used as a Weapon of its same type (e.g. the Dagger of Vashna is used like a Dagger).

            Willpower
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            Wizard's Staff
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            Wizards Staff
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            The following is an example of a simple combat to show how it works in general and to supplement the example given in the Rules for Combat section of the books. This example is taken from Flight from the Dark: Section 229.

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            Lone Wolf has a base COMBAT SKILL score of 15. He has an ENDURANCE score of 23. He has the Discipline of Mindblast which adds 2 COMBAT SKILL points to his base score (as long as his enemy isn't immune to Mindblast). He has mastered the Discipline of Weaponskill with the Quarterstaff. He is carrying an Axe and a Mace.

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            He is in combat with a Kraan who isn't immune to Mindblast, so he adds 2 COMBAT SKILL points to his score (15 + 2 = 17). He isn't carrying a Quarterstaff (the weapon in which he has Weaponskill so he doesn't benefit his Weaponskill mastery. He must reduce his COMBAT SKILL by 1 due to dust mentioned in the book (17 - 1 = 16).

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            Lone Wolf's opponent&emdash;a Kraan&emdash;has a COMBAT SKILL of 16 so the Combat Ratio is 0 (16 - 16 = 0). The Kraan has an ENDURANCE of 25.

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            Combat begins by picking a random number which is traditionally done using the Random Number Table, but there a other ways available. The first random number picked is 6. Looking that up on the Combat Results Table by finding the Combat Ratio (0) at the top and cross-referencing it with the random number (6) along the side. In this case, we find that Lone Wolf has lost 2 ENDURANCE points and the Kraan has lost 8. Now Lone Wolf has 21 ENDURANCE points (23 - 2 = 21) and the Kraan has 17 (25 - 8 = 17). Lone Wolf and his opponent continue with these new, reduced ENDURANCE point scores.

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            Combat continues by picking another random number: 5. During this round, Lone Wolf loses another 2 ENDURANCE points while the Kraan loses 7. Lone Wolf now has an ENDURANCE score of 19 (21 - 2 = 19) and the Kraan has 10 (17 - 7 = 10). The situation looks good for Lone Wolf.

            -

            The random number picked for the next round is 1&emdash;not a great round for Lone Wolf. He loses 4 ENDURANCE points while the Kraan loses only 3. Lone Wolf is left with 15 ENDURANCE points (19 - 4 = 15) and the Kraan has 7 (10 - 3 = 7).

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            Another random number is picked: 7. This time Lone Wolf loses 2 ENDURANCE points leaving him with 13 (15 - 2 = 13) and the Kraan loses 9 ENDURANCE points leaving him with -2 (7 - 9 = -2). Since the Kraan has an ENDURANCE score that is less than or equal to 0, it is dead and Lone Wolf wins the combat and can continue his quest. If Lone Wolf's score had been reduced to 0 or below, his quest would now be over.

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            The following is an example of a simple combat to show how it works in general and to supplement the example given in the Rules for Combat section of the books. This example is taken from Flight from the Dark: Section 229.

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            Lone Wolf has a base COMBAT SKILL score of 15. He has an ENDURANCE score of 23. He has the Discipline of Mindblast which adds 2 COMBAT SKILL points to his base score (as long as his enemy isnt immune to Mindblast). He has mastered the Discipline of Weaponskill with the Quarterstaff. He is carrying an Axe and a Mace.

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            He is in combat with a Kraan who isnt immune to Mindblast, so he adds 2 COMBAT SKILL points to his score (15+2=17). He isnt carrying a Quarterstaff (the weapon in which he has Weaponskill so he doesnt benefit his Weaponskill mastery. He must reduce his COMBAT SKILL by 1 due to dust mentioned in the book (171=16).

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            Lone Wolfs opponenta Kraanhas a COMBAT SKILL of 16 so the Combat Ratio is 0 (1616=0). The Kraan has an ENDURANCE of 25.

            +

            Combat begins by picking a random number which is traditionally done using the Random Number Table, but there a other ways available. The first random number picked is 6. Looking that up on the Combat Results Table by finding the Combat Ratio (0) at the top and cross-referencing it with the random number (6) along the side. In this case, we find that Lone Wolf has lost 2 ENDURANCE points and the Kraan has lost 8. Now Lone Wolf has 21 ENDURANCE points (232=21) and the Kraan has 17 (258=17). Lone Wolf and his opponent continue with these new, reduced ENDURANCE point scores.

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            Combat continues by picking another random number: 5. During this round, Lone Wolf loses another 2 ENDURANCE points while the Kraan loses 7. Lone Wolf now has an ENDURANCE score of 19 (212=19) and the Kraan has 10 (177=10). The situation looks good for Lone Wolf.

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            The random number picked for the next round is 1not a great round for Lone Wolf. He loses 4 ENDURANCE points while the Kraan loses only 3. Lone Wolf is left with 15 ENDURANCE points (194=15) and the Kraan has 7 (103=7).

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            Another random number is picked: 7. This time Lone Wolf loses 2 ENDURANCE points leaving him with 13 (152=13) and the Kraan loses 9 ENDURANCE points leaving him with 2 (79=2). Since the Kraan has an ENDURANCE score that is less than or equal to 0, it is dead and Lone Wolf wins the combat and can continue his quest. If Lone Wolfs score had been reduced to 0 or below, his quest would now be over.

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            Summer Special 1986
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            [Q:] On page 26 of Grey Star Book 2, it says you carry a maximum of eight items in your Herb Pouch&emdash;should it be six?

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            [Q:] On page 26 of Grey Star Book 2, it says you carry a maximum of eight items in your Herb Pouchshould it be six?

            [A:] Actually, the rule which first appeared in Grey Star Book 1 regarding the herb Pouch was incorrect. It should be able to hold up to eight itmes hence the changed rule in later books.

            Newsletter No. 6
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            [Q:] In the sewers beneath Tekaro, I lost my weapon to the grasp of a certain killer organism&emdash;that weapon was the Sommerswerd!&ellips;

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            [A:] Strictly speaking, the Sommerswerd is a Special Item&emdash;not a weapon. When facing the organism (Ref. 4) you should erase a weapon from your Action Chart. If you do not possess a weapon, only then do you lose the Sommerswerd.

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            [Q:] In the sewers beneath Tekaro, I lost my weapon to the grasp of a certain killer organismthat weapon was the Sommerswerd!

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            [A:] Strictly speaking, the Sommerswerd is a Special Itemnot a weapon. When facing the organism (Ref. 4) you should erase a weapon from your Action Chart. If you do not possess a weapon, only then do you lose the Sommerswerd.

            Newsletter No. 7
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            [Q:] Is the Dagger of Vashna Taken from the Bandit Leader Barraka at the Maakengorge, usable as a weapon?&ellips;

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            [A:] Yes, if you possess this Special Item you may use it as an ordinary dagger in combat. Kai Masters may find it interesting to note for future use that the Dagger of Vashna could prove to be a valuable piece of equipment to take with them on the quest for the Lorestone of Tahou in Lone Wolf Book 9&emdash;The Cauldron of Fear&ellips;you have been warned!

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            [Q:] Can you keep Backpack Items in [safekeeping] at the Kai Monastery?&ellips;

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            [A:] Yes if you wish to leave any surviving Backpack tems in [safekeeping] at the end of an adventure, you can do so. When beginning the next quest, you are given a selection of new equipment which you may then supplement with any of the items you previously held. Many readers have written to point out that they now have a huge selection of Special Items discovered during the course of their adventures and that carrying all these goodies seems a little unrealistic. In response to theis valid point, a new rule comes into effect in Lone Wolf 8, limiting the number of Special Items you can carry. The new limit is 12 Special Items; all others you may have must be left in safe keeping. A tip to all Kai Masters&emdash;don't take you full quota of 12 items with you when youbegin the adventure; leave enough room for any you may find en route otherwise you will have to sacrifice some in favour of others. The recommended number to start with is eight. Also, purely for the sake of accuracy, the term safe keeping at the Kai Monastery in fact means leaving some items with the Elder Magi in Elzian, which features as Lone Wolf's base of operations during the Magnakai Quest.

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            [Q:] Is the Dagger of Vashna Taken from the Bandit Leader Barraka at the Maakengorge, usable as a weapon?

            +

            [A:] Yes, if you possess this Special Item you may use it as an ordinary dagger in combat. Kai Masters may find it interesting to note for future use that the Dagger of Vashna could prove to be a valuable piece of equipment to take with them on the quest for the Lorestone of Tahou in Lone Wolf Book 9The Cauldron of Fearyou have been warned!

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            [Q:] Can you keep Backpack Items in [safekeeping] at the Kai Monastery?

            +

            [A:] Yes if you wish to leave any surviving Backpack tems in [safekeeping] at the end of an adventure, you can do so. When beginning the next quest, you are given a selection of new equipment which you may then supplement with any of the items you previously held. Many readers have written to point out that they now have a huge selection of Special Items discovered during the course of their adventures and that carrying all these goodies seems a little unrealistic. In response to theis valid point, a new rule comes into effect in Lone Wolf 8, limiting the number of Special Items you can carry. The new limit is 12 Special Items; all others you may have must be left in safe keeping. A tip to all Kai Mastersdont take you full quota of 12 items with you when youbegin the adventure; leave enough room for any you may find en route otherwise you will have to sacrifice some in favour of others. The recommended number to start with is eight. Also, purely for the sake of accuracy, the term safe keeping at the Kai Monastery in fact means leaving some items with the Elder Magi in Elzian, which features as Lone Wolfs base of operations during the Magnakai Quest.

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            1987 New Year's Special
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            1987 New Years Special
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            [Q:]Is there a ranking system for Shianti Wizards, like there is for Kai Lords and Masters?&ellips;

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            [Q:]Is there a ranking system for Shianti Wizards, like there is for Kai Lords and Masters?

            [A:] No, unlike the ranking system that marks the rise of Kai Lords, the Shianti do not have set levels of advancement.

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            [Q:] On reaching the rank of Primate and having mastered Weaponmastery, would this enable you to be skilled in four weapons and increase the points added to your COMBAT SKILL to +4 when entering combat with a wepon you have mastered?&ellips;

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            [Q:] On reaching the rank of Primate and having mastered Weaponmastery, would this enable you to be skilled in four weapons and increase the points added to your COMBAT SKILL to +4 when entering combat with a wepon you have mastered?

            [A:] For every adventure you complete in the Magnakai series, assuming you have the mastery of Weaponmastery, you gain proficiency in the use of one new weapon. The bonus to your [COMBAT SKILL] rating for use of this weapon is combat always remains at +3.

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            [Q:] Are you allowed to drop a weapon, or must you wait until the end of the book?&ellips;

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            [Q:] Are you allowed to drop a weapon, or must you wait until the end of the book?

            [A:] You can drop ([i.e.] discard) a weapon at any time during your adventure, you need not wait until the end of the book. If you find a weapon during the adventure (it will be marked in the text with a capital letter, like a Backpack Item) you may pick it up and use it. You can only carry two weapons at any time.

            Newsletter No. 8
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            [Q:] If Lone Wolf has Weaponskill & Weaponmastery with the same weapon, does this give him +3 or +5 extra COMBAT SKILL points in battle? Also, if he has Healing as well as Curing, does this give him +2 ENDURANCE points back for every section through which he passes without combat?&ellips;

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            [Q:] If Lone Wolf has Weaponskill Weaponmastery with the same weapon, does this give him +3 or +5 extra COMBAT SKILL points in battle? Also, if he has Healing as well as Curing, does this give him +2 ENDURANCE points back for every section through which he passes without combat?

            [A:] The correct weapon bonus is +3, on higher than the basic Kai Discipline bonus for having Weaponskill. Kai Mastery of Curing gives the same +1 ENDURANCE point back (for every section though which you pass without combat) as does the basic Kai Discipline of Healing. The mastery advantage comes with the ability to cure disease, blindness and combat wounds, as well as being able to identify the properties of herbs, roots, and potions. Additional advantages are gained at higher rank as the Magnakai [Discipline] improves.

            Summer Special 1987
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            [Q:] In Lone Wolf Book 8, ref. no. 169, you lose a grip of your weapon. Can you retrieve it or must it be erased from you Action Chart?&ellips;

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            [Q:] In Lone Wolf Book 8, ref. no. 169, you lose a grip of your weapon. Can you retrieve it or must it be erased from you Action Chart?

            [A:] If you win the combat against the Vordak you are able to retrieve the weapon and keep it noted on your Action Chart.

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            [Q:] When you complete a Lone Wolf adventure, do you renew your ENDURANCE points to their original total for the next adventure?&ellips;

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            [Q:] When you complete a Lone Wolf adventure, do you renew your ENDURANCE points to their original total for the next adventure?

            [A:] All lost [ENDURANCE] points are regained at the end of an adventure. If you have completed any new Lore-circles by finishing an adventure successfully, the bonuses you gain to your [COMBAT SKILL] and [ENDURANCE] are added to this basic score prior to the next adventure.

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            [Q:] In the basic series (Books 1-5) I possessed the Kai Discipline of Healing and was able to restore 1 ENDURANCE point for every section I passed through in which I was not involved in combat. Now that I am a Kai Master with the Magnakai Discipline of Curing I can no longer benefit from my basic healing skills&ellips; or can I?&ellips;

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            [Q:] In the basic series (Books 1-5) I possessed the Kai Discipline of Healing and was able to restore 1 ENDURANCE point for every section I passed through in which I was not involved in combat. Now that I am a Kai Master with the Magnakai Discipline of Curing I can no longer benefit from my basic healing skills or can I?

            [A:] If you have completed all five of the Basic series books you can add +1 [ENDURANCE] as per the rules of Healing. This advantage will benefit all those Kai Masters who have completed the basic series books prior to tackling the Magnakai Series.

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            [Q:] When I was captured in Book 9, All my weapons were taken from me. Can I retrieve them at the end of the book?&ellips;

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            [Q:] When I was captured in Book 9, All my weapons were taken from me. Can I retrieve them at the end of the book?

            [A:] Yes. The South Gate Guard would definately allow the Saviour of Tahou to have his weapons back!

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            [Q:] In some books you can choose Fireseeds at the start. It says 3 Fireseeds&emdash;if you take all three does this mean you have taken 3 [separate] items from the 5 you are allowed to pick?&ellips;

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            [Q:] In some books you can choose Fireseeds at the start. It says 3 Fireseedsif you take all three does this mean you have taken 3 [separate] items from the 5 you are allowed to pick?

            [A:] The Fireseeds are Special Items which count only as 1 item no matter how many of them you possess. However, when you use them be sure to note how many you have left. Also, for the purpose of determining your maximum number of Special Items (12), all Fireseeds count as 1 item.

            Newsletter No. 10
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            [Q:] If, in a Magnakai adventure, we are instructed to eat a Meal (or lose 3 ENDURANCE points) and we do not have the Magnakai skill of Huntmastery, can we still use the basic skill of Hunting (assuming we're not in a desert or wilderness), [e.g.] Book 8; ref. 129?&ellips;

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            [A:] Basically, yes you can. All [Kai Masters] who have completed one or more of the Lone Wolf basic books (1&endash;5) can benefit from their experience in this way. This will give them a real advantage over those who have tried only one or more of the Magnakai series books (6&endash;12).

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            [Q:] If, in a Magnakai adventure, we are instructed to eat a Meal (or lose 3 ENDURANCE points) and we do not have the Magnakai skill of Huntmastery, can we still use the basic skill of Hunting (assuming were not in a desert or wilderness), [e.g.] Book 8; ref. 129?

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            [A:] Basically, yes you can. All [Kai Masters] who have completed one or more of the Lone Wolf basic books (15) can benefit from their experience in this way. This will give them a real advantage over those who have tried only one or more of the Magnakai series books (612).

            Newsletter No. 12
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            [Q:] If you find a new Backpack in one of the adventures, can you use it to hold an additional 8 items as well as those you already have?&ellips;

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            [Q:] If you find a new Backpack in one of the adventures, can you use it to hold an additional 8 items as well as those you already have?

            [A:] Realistically, you can only wear one [Backpack] at a time, and carry a maximum of eight [Backpack] items ([Special Items] not included). Carrying two [Backpacks], and 16 [Backpack Items], would make close combat very difficult indeed, even for a Kai Master. (Note: This aspect of the Lone Wolf rules influenced the progressive [encumbrance] rule of the Freeway Warrior series)

            Newsletter No. 28
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            [Q:] Can you clarify what happens to the +1EP bonus when you progress from Kai Master to Grand Master?&ellips;

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            [Q:] Can you clarify what happens to the +1EP bonus when you progress from Kai Master to Grand Master?

            [A:] The [+1EP] bonus gained when passing through combatless sections does still apply, but only if you have played and survived the Magnakai series books. Joe Dever intended this as a hidden loyalty bonus for readers who had played the earlier books, which is why it was ommitted from the Grand Master rules.

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            [Q:] If a person keeps the +4CS Weaponmastery ability from one series to the next, does that mean that when he gets Grand Weaponmastery he has +9CS with the weapons he has proficiency in?&ellips;

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            [A:] The +4CS Weaponmastery bonus is not added to Grand Weaponmastery&emdash;it simply rises by 1 to +5.

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            [Q:] Is the Dagger of Vashna taken from the bandit leader Barraka at the Maakengorge useable as a Weapon?&ellips;

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            [Q:] If a person keeps the +4CS Weaponmastery ability from one series to the next, does that mean that when he gets Grand Weaponmastery he has +9CS with the weapons he has proficiency in?

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            [A:] The +4CS Weaponmastery bonus is not added to Grand Weaponmasteryit simply rises by 1 to +5.

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            [Q:] Is the Dagger of Vashna taken from the bandit leader Barraka at the Maakengorge useable as a Weapon?

            [A:] Yes, if you possess this Special Item you may use it as an ordinary [Dagger] in combat. It could also prove especially usefull during the quest for the Lorestone of Tahou (Lone Wolf 9).

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            Joe Dever, author of the Lone Wolf game books, and Ian Page, author of the World of Lone Wolf books are providing certain of their works for free (gratis) download from the internet. Gary Chalk and Brian Williams are similarly offering the illustrations that they did for Joe Devers books. This license is intended to protect the rights of the authors and the illustrators, the rights of his readers, and the quality of the distributions of the books.

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          8. The Legacy of Vashna; Copyright 1991, 1993 Joe Dever.
          9. The Deathlord of Ixia; Copyright 1992, 1994 Joe Dever.
          10. Dawn of the Dragons; Copyright 1992 Joe Dever.
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          11. Wolf's Bane; Copyright 1993, 1995 Joe Dever.
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          12. Wolfs Bane; Copyright 1993, 1995 Joe Dever.
          13. The Curse of Naar; Copyright 1993, 1996 Joe Dever.
          14. The Magnamund Companion; Copyright 1986 Joe Dever.
          15. Freeway Warrior: Highway Holocaust; Copyright 1988 Joe Dever.
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          16. The Legacy of Vashna; Illustrations Copyright 1991, 1993 Brian Williams.
          17. The Deathlord of Ixia; Illustrations Copyright 1992 Brian Williams.
          18. Dawn of the Dragons; Illustrations Copyright 1992 Brian Williams.
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          19. Wolf's Bane; Illustrations Copyright 1993 Brian Williams.
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          20. Wolfs Bane; Illustrations Copyright 1993 Brian Williams.
          21. The Curse of Naar; Illustrations Copyright 1993 Brian Williams.
          22. The Buccaneers of Shadaki; Illustrations Copyright 1994 Brian Williams.
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          23. Mydnight's Hero; Illustrations Copyright 1995 Brian Williams.
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          24. Mydnights Hero; Illustrations Copyright 1995 Brian Williams.
          25. Rune War; Illustrations Copyright 1995 Brian Williams.
          26. Trail of the Wolf; Illustrations Copyright 1997 Brian Williams.
          27. The Fall of Blood Mountain; Illustrations Copyright 1997 Brian Williams.
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