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It is spring in the year MS5085 and you are a Grand Master of the New Order of the Kai, the warrior lite of Sommerlund.

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Thirty-five years ago, the First Order of the Kai was massacred by the Darklords of Helgedad, a host of powerful creatures sent by the evil God Naar to destroy the world of Magnamund. Lone Wolf, the supreme leader of your illustrious fighting order, was the only survivor of their attack upon the Kai. As a young initiate he stood amid the burning wreckage of the old Kai Monastery and vowed to avenge the slaughter of his comrades. Twenty-five years later he kept his pledge when alone he infiltrated the foul domain of the Darklords and destroyed the infernal city of Helgedad, the base of their evil power.

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Thirty-five years ago, the First Order of the Kai was massacred by the Darklords of Helgedad, a host of powerful creatures sent by the evil God Naar to destroy the world of Magnamund. Lone Wolf, the supreme leader of your illustrious fighting order, was the only survivor of their attack upon the Kai. As a young initiate he stood amid the burning wreckage of the old Kai Monastery and vowed to avenge the slaughter of his comrades. Twenty years later he kept his pledge when alone he infiltrated the foul domain of the Darklords and destroyed the infernal city of Helgedad, the base of their evil power.

With the destruction of Helgedad, chaos befell the Darkland armies who had, until then, been poised to conquer all Magnamund. Quickly, their disorder escalated into a mutinous civil war, allowing the Freeland Alliance armies of Magnamund time enough to recover and launch a successful counter-offensive. Against all odds, a swift and total victory was secured over the feuding armies of evil.

@@ -1391,8 +1391,8 @@ Brian Williams Peering around the door, you see a dozen Bhanarian soldiers feasting at a long table. - - + +

Some of the soldiers dining here are Imperial Guards from the squad that you encountered in Sunderer Pass. You scrutinise their faces, yet you cannot see their leader among them. Your Siyenese Compass indicates that the Claw of Naar is nearby; its needle is pointing to a door on the far side of the mess hall. You sense that the Claw is in the room beyond this door, and you resolve to find a way of reaching it without being seen.

@@ -1538,8 +1538,8 @@ Brian Williams Three Bhanarian guards come rushing towards you, their spears held at the ready. - - + + If you possess Herbmastery and have attained the rank of Sun Lord, turn to 229. @@ -1743,8 +1743,8 @@ Brian Williams A strange, hulking form emerges from the mouth of the cave. - - + +

Gildas raises his bow and draws an arrow in readiness to fire at the advancing beast. You raise your Kai Weapon, but suddenly you sense that this abomination is surrounded by a benign, magical aura. Your Kai Sixth Sense tells you that, despite its fulsome appearance, this creature poses no real threat to you and your companions, and hurriedly you command Gildas to hold his fire. Pick a number from the Random Number Table.

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The old man frowns. He does not want to lose a sale, at any price. After some thought, he says that he will accept 1 Weapon, 3 Gold Crowns, and 1 Backpack Item in exchange for the robes.

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The old man frowns. He does not want to lose a sale, at any price. After some thought, he says that he will accept 1 Weapon, 3 Gold Crowns, and 1 Backpack Item in exchange for the robes.

You agree to the mans offer and you hand over the items he requests (remember to adjust your Action Chart accordingly). Then you and your companions each take one of the loose-fitting robes and slip them on over your tunics. The thin, hooded garments are large enough to conceal your backpacks and weapons, and you are pleased to discover that they do not hamper your movement.

Having concluded your business, you thank the old man and bid him farewell. Then you leave his tent and go to collect your horses.

Turn to 118. @@ -2018,8 +2024,8 @@ Brian Williams You are repulsed and yet fascinated by the evil Claw of Naar. - - + +

A palpable aura of evil radiates from this dread artefact, and you feel an overwhelming compulsion to destroy it. You warn the rangers to stand clear, and then you unsheathe your Kai Weapon and deal the shaft of the Claw a mighty blow.

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The trader frowns. He is loath to lose a sale, at any price. After some thought, he says that he will accept 1 Weapon, 4 Gold Crowns, and 1 Backpack Item in exchange for the robes.

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The trader frowns. He is loath to lose a sale, at any price. After some thought, he says that he will accept 1 Weapon, 4 Gold Crowns, and 1 Backpack Item in exchange for the robes.

You agree to the mans price and you hand over the items he requests (remember to adjust your Action Chart accordingly). Then you and your companions each take one of the loose-fitting robes and slip them on over your tunics. The thin, hooded garments are large enough to conceal your backpacks and weapons, and you are pleased to discover that they do not hamper your movement.

Having concluded your business, you thank the trader and bid him farewell. Then you leave this village and continue your ride south across the plain.

Turn to 118. @@ -2300,8 +2312,8 @@ Brian Williams An advancing soldier fires at you with his terrifying steam-gun. - - + + If you possess a Red Key, turn to 166. @@ -2418,8 +2430,8 @@ Brian Williams The creature erupts through the surface and launches itself towards you. - - + + Sligza4920 @@ -2557,8 +2569,8 @@ Brian Williams Through the tall grass, a group of creatures speed towards you at a terrific pace. - - + +

They have black bull-like bodies, yet their heads are crocodilian in shape, and a spiky mane of hair runs the entire length of their muscular backs. They possess four legs and two forelimbs, tipped with claws, in which they cradle cumbersome lances crudely pared from the trunks of Vanchou pines.

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The tavern-keepers blast of buckshot peppers your side (lose 2 ENDURANCE points) and damages your Quiver. You must now erase half of all the Arrows you carry, rounding the figure up to the nearest whole number where appropriate.

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The tavern-keepers blast of buckshot peppers your side (lose 2 ENDURANCE points) and damages your Quiver. You must now erase half of all the Arrows you carry, rounding the number of Arrows lost up to the nearest whole number where appropriate.

To continue, turn to 287.
@@ -3030,8 +3042,8 @@ Brian Williams You are approached by Fanshalla, the fortune-teller. - - + + If you wish to accept the mans offer, turn to 197. @@ -3271,8 +3283,8 @@ Brian Williams A beautiful young woman beckons you closer with her soft, hypnotic voice. - - + + If you possess Kai-screen, turn to 32. @@ -3456,8 +3468,8 @@ Brian Williams The attacking Xanon are surprised by your volley of arrows. - - + +

Some of the Xanon have left the main group and ridden in a wide arc around the ancient site in order to come up behind your position. You hear their leader snorting gruffly as he leaps into the ruined hall and quickly you spin around to face him. You raise your Kai Weapon and courageously you leap forward to block him before he can launch a surprise attack upon the backs of your three companions.

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You are shocked by the spectacle of the Autarchs vampiric attack, and your senses scream at you to act to save your brave companions before it is too late.

@@ -3761,8 +3773,8 @@ Brian Williams You discover the squad leader bathing in a tub of soapy water. - - + + If you wish open the door, turn to 73. @@ -3926,8 +3938,8 @@ Brian Williams Four gaunt, grime-encrusted figures leave the cover of the rocks and move towards you. - - + +

Greetings, Lord Rimoah, says the leader. I am Captain Gildas of the Kings Ranger Regiment, and these are my menSergeant Paviz, Ranger Durasso, and Ranger Yalin. Were glad youve arrived before the enemy, though by no more than a few hours at best.

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You launch a mindblast at the angry sergeant and he reels back, clutching his head in pain. Your sudden psychic attack soon renders him unconscious, but you catch him before his limp body crumples to the ground.

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You launch a Mindblast at the angry sergeant and he reels back, clutching his head in pain. Your sudden psychic attack soon renders him unconscious, but you catch him before his limp body crumples to the ground.

You call out to the gate guards to come and help you. You say their sergeant has been taken ill, and quickly they respond. As they lift him out of your arms, you motion to your companions to follow as you slip away into the barracks.

Beyond the main gate is a courtyard where several wagons, filled with provisions, are being unloaded. You and your companions each take a box from the rear of the nearest wagon and join a line of men who are delivering their goods to a kitchen store room located near the middle of the barracks complex. You leave your boxes here and then return to the courtyard to collect some more. As you are making your way back, you pass a door that your Kai senses tell you is unlocked. You quickly step inside and then signal to the rangers to follow. When all of you are safely in, you shut the door and draw its bolt.

Turn to 298. @@ -4105,8 +4117,8 @@ Brian Williams They load the steam-cannon with rusty nails and lead shot. - - + + If you possess a Bow and wish to use it, turn to 115. @@ -4382,8 +4394,8 @@ Brian Williams Bhanarian soldiers at the rivers edge. - - + + If you possess Assimilance and have attained the rank of Kai Grand Master Superior or higher, turn to 17. @@ -4462,8 +4474,8 @@ Brian Williams The innkeeper holds two cocked crossbows, one in either hand. - - + +

Ill drop the first man to draw a blade, he growls. You! he shouts, directing his ire towards your accuser. Get out, and take your friends with you.

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You draw deeply upon your psychic powers and construct a glowing ball of mental energy which you launch at the sorcerous woman. You see her shiver uncontrollably as the power of your mindblast penetrates her defences and, for a short while, the rangers are spared the effect of her hypnotic voice. But the use of this attack leaves you vulnerable to a sudden psychic assault. Sensing this, the woman quickly seizes her chance to retaliate.

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You draw deeply upon your psychic powers and construct a glowing ball of mental energy which you launch at the sorcerous woman. You see her shiver uncontrollably as the power of your Mindblast penetrates her defences and, for a short while, the rangers are spared the effect of her hypnotic voice. But the use of this attack leaves you vulnerable to a sudden psychic assault. Sensing this, the woman quickly seizes her chance to retaliate.

Pick a number from the Random Number Table. If you possess Kai-screen, add 3 to the number you have picked. If your current ENDURANCE score is 15 or lower, deduct 2.

If your total score is now 4 or less, turn to 337. If it is 5 or higher, turn to 101. @@ -4779,8 +4791,8 @@ Brian Williams The guards at the bridge are quick to anger. - - + + Bhanarian Bridge Guards3230 @@ -4844,8 +4856,8 @@ Brian Williams The skyship is swathed in a blanket of attacking beasts. - - + +

When the squad of Imperial Guards catch sight of Cloud-dancer fleeing eastwards, their leader raises his hand and signals his men to advance. Using your enhanced vision, you focus on the leader and your Kai senses reel at the aura of evil surrounding him. You sense that this power does not emanate from him directly; it flows around a mace-like weapon which he carries sheathed in his belt. It is the Claw of Naar, and even at a distance its malignant power fills you with unease and foreboding.

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(Title Page) Replaced VAMPIRIUM with Vampirium. Replaced Claw of Naar with Claw of Naar. Replaced each occurrence of Claw with Claw.

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(The Story so Far) Replaced MS5084 with MS5085. Replaced both occurrences of elite with lite. Replaced Kai monastery with Kai Monastery. Replaced Free Alliance with Freeland Alliance. Replaced monastery of the Kai with Monastery of the Kai. Replaced the Monastery with the monastery. Replaced autocracy of Bhanar with Autocracy of Bhanar. Replaced Southern Dammerdon mountains with Southern Dammerdon Mountains. Replaced despatched with dispatched. Replaced Darklord armies with Darkland armies. Replaced the First Order of the Kai were with the First Order of the Kai was. Replaced Spring with spring. Replaced my Lord with my lord. Replaced MS5063 with MS5063. Replaced MS5077 with MS5077.

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(The Story so Far) Replaced MS5084 with MS5085. Replaced both occurrences of elite with lite. Replaced Kai monastery with Kai Monastery. Replaced Free Alliance with Freeland Alliance. Replaced monastery of the Kai with Monastery of the Kai. Replaced the Monastery with the monastery. Replaced autocracy of Bhanar with Autocracy of Bhanar. Replaced Southern Dammerdon mountains with Southern Dammerdon Mountains. Replaced despatched with dispatched. Replaced Darklord armies with Darkland armies. Replaced the First Order of the Kai were with the First Order of the Kai was. Replaced Spring with spring. Replaced my Lord with my lord. Replaced MS5063 with MS5063. Replaced MS5077 with MS5077. Replaced Twenty-five years later with Twenty years later in harmony with what is stated in the Lone Wolf Grand Master series.

(The Game Rules) Removed that you will find in the front of this book. For ease of use, and for further adventuring, it is recommended that you photocopy these pages. Removed on the last page of this book. Replaced each occurrence of ie with i.e.. Replaced fall to zero with fall to zero or below. Replaced fall to zero with fall to zero or below. Replaced on to with onto. Replaced weapons and with weapons, and. Replaced normal weapons with normal Weapons. Replaced Lone Wolf New Order series with Lone Wolf New Order series. Replaced New Order adventure with New Order adventure.

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