Introduction
Long ago, in times passed beyond remembrance, Solon the Master Wizard and wearer of the Secret Cloak lost the 13 Stars of Power. The grasping Vileroth believed the Stars to be the only source of Solon's expert wizardry. But, unbeknownst to Vileroth, it was the Secret Cloak that controlled the Stars and protected the wearer from their awesome powers. Unable to master the Stars, Vileroth was undone.
In his final days, as Vileroth's strength slipped from him, he concealed the thirteen Stars of Power within the Castle of Claymorgue, determined that no-one save he should possess them. Solon, learning of Vileroth's destruction, despatched his faithful young apprentice Beanwick to retrieve the Stars.
"Tread carefully, O Beanwick! Would that I could assume this quest myself, but alas, I can only send with you these few spells. Claymorgue Castle harbours further spells, but beware - one unskilled in the arts cannot predict their outcome."
How An Adventure Works
Read the standard introduction to Adventure International adventures under SCOTT ADAMS SCOOPS.
Some Helpful Words
Although the vocabulary accepted by your computer is extensive, you may find the words listed underneath to be of great help as you set about your Adventure. Remember: These are just a few of the words available.
| Climb | Examine | Leave | Move | Quit | Say |
| Drop | Go | Light | Pull | Read | Take |
| Enter | Help | Look | Push | Save | Hit |
One Letter Commands
You may use the following single keys to perform a variety of tasks and to expedite playing time. Type the letter for the function you wish to use and press RETURN.
| N, S, E, W, U, D | - | Go North, South, East, West, Up or Down |
| I | - | Display inventory of items on your person |
| L | - | Look |
Saving Your Adventure For Later Play
An Adventure will often last longer than the time available in a single sitting. You may save the game you are playing and return later to take up where you left off. To save a game in progress, type SAVE GAME at any time the "What Shall I Do?" message appears on your screen. You will be asked to specify A, B, C or D. This will allow you to assign a code letter to your game so that you might restore it at a later time.
To restore a saved game, type LOAD GAME before you begin a new game. The computer will ask "Do You Wish To Restore A Saved Game?" Type YES and type the correct code letter (A, B, C or D). The Adventure will resume at the point at which you saved it.
To end a game in progress, type QUIT. If you intend to continue the game later, be sure to save it before using this command.
Some Playing Tips
Be sure to examine the items you find during your Adventure. Also, keep in mind that most problems and solutions require no more than common sense to solve; special knowledge and information are rarely required. For example, if an area is too dark to see in, you are going to need a light in order to avoid disaster.
If you get stuck, type HELP and press RETURN. You may or may not recieve assistance, depending on what you are carrying, where you are at and a number of other factors. Too, be careful about making assumptions - they can be fatal!
Finally, if you are seriously stick, special Hint books are available from Adventure International (U.K.). Call (021) 643 5102 for ordering information.
Here is a sample to show you how to get started in the game and how the Hint Book can save you hours of frustration while you are having fun solving the adventure.
- Can not get into the castle?
TAKE INVENTORY - More help for above problem
DO WHAT ANY SPELL CASTER WOULD DO - Solution to above problem
CAST SEED SPELL
