>TM 4 >LS 2 >PS ON >PL60 >SM6 >CP ON >FO OFF >------L-----------------------!---------------------------R ä188ä The road from Hikas to Gologo is an ancient trail Š which crosses rich plantations of tropical crops that Š are cultivated by the Vakeros, and then meanders Š through wild expanses of jungle that have for Š centuries defied all attempts at cultivation. As you Š ride this lush road, you are reminded of your history Š lessons at the Kai Monastery and you recall some the Š the things you were taught about this ancient realm. Dessi is ruled by the Elder Magi who are all that Š remain of a race of great magicians who once ruled Š central Magnamund thousands of years ago. They were Š the first practitioners of magic upon this world, and Š they were wise and powerful leaders until their Š numbers were decimated by a Great Plague that was Š released by their enemies - the Cener Druids of Ruel. Š Those who survived sought refuge here in fertile Š Dessi and have lived here ever since. At noon you reach a place where the road passes Š beside a majestic waterfall, and you stop here to Š rest your horse and enjoy the beautiful scenery Š (unless you possess the discipline of Grand Š Huntmastery, you must now eat a Meal or lose 3 Š ENDURANCE points). Then you continue your ride and Š your strong horse makes excellent progress, carrying Š you all the way to the coastal town of Gologo to Š arrive there shortly before sunset. Turn to â124â