>TM 4 >LS 2 >PS ON >PL60 >SM6 >CP ON >FO OFF >------L-----------------------!---------------------------R ä197ä During the journey to Tiklu you learn much from Tzai Š - your talkative companion. He tells you tales about Š the local history of this region, its ancient legends Š and heroes, and about the dark days not so long ago Š when it was ruled by Shasarak, the infamous Wytch- Š king of Shadaki. The journey passes swiftly in his good company and Š you arrive at Tiklu during the afternoon. It is a Š bustling port which stands at the edge of the Sea of Š Winds, and is second only in size and importance to Š the City of Shadaki itself. Tzai is welcomed by the Š guards on watch at the gate who wave as you pass Š beneath its mighty arch. It is clear from their Š reaction that your companion is a popular man. As you Š travel along a paved avenue towards the heart of Š Tiklu, Tzai asks where you are going to stay during Š your visit. When you cannot readily answer his Š question, he invites you to stay at his house Š tonight. Gratefully you accept his generous Š invitation. Turn to â150â