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 Perhaps, you think, there may be good reason why this Kalborean approaches in such haste. Upon recognising him as a Ranger of the Watch your first thought is that he is a messenger sent by the High Prefect, with new instructions or news of the battle at Maenum. Although you are not altogether sure of what you should do, you decide to stop and see what the urgency of this horseman's ride will bring.
In the glare of the afternoon light it is difficult to make out the rider's features but his true purpose becomes apparent only when he when he draws his horse to a halt, and then it is too late. In a swift and determined movement the Ranger dismounts, drawing his sword as he runs at you. There can be no doubt now what the Rider's intention is. He is neither a messenger nor a scout sent to find you for some unknown purpose. If you have come to his attention it is only because he means to kill you.
Before you can shout any question or explanation the Ranger grabs you firmly by your cloak and drags you off Pallenten, sending you toppling across her hind-quarters. Luckily you fall to the opposite side of the horse and this gives you the few precious seconds you need to regain your footing and draw Than'durion. With your sword flashing in the afternoon sun you gesture for the Kalborean to come and meet his fate.
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You must fight this Kalborean. Powerful and well-trained, the Rangers of the Watch are formidable opponents and it will take all the skill you can muster to defeat this one. The Ranger has a combat value of 18 and an endurance of 16. If you win this battle turn to section 415. If it is the Ranger that prevails it will be here upon the open grasslands that your quest will end. Perhaps in another life you shall find better luck.
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