As the star pupil of the Grand Wizard of Yore, you must put all your magical training to the test. Your mission: Defeat the dread sorcerer Balthus Dire, before his plans to conquer the peaceful Vale of Willow come to fruition.

Step through the gruesome gates, and face the peril of... THE CITADEL OF CHAOS!

PART STORY, PART GAME — YOU ARE THE HERO!

Deep inside the Citadel of Chaos the dread sorcerer Balthus Dire is plotting and scheming the downfall of the Vale of Willow. His battle plans are laid, his awesome army is equipped, and attack is surely imminent.

Summoned by a desperate plea for help, you are the Vale of Willow’s only hope. Star pupil of the Grand Wizard of Yore and a master of magic, only you can undertake a mission that strikes at the very heart of Balthus Dire’s nightmare world. Who knows what monstrous creatures await you there?


This thrilling fantasy adventure is a stand-alone solo gamebook — part of the Fighting Fantasy series, which has sold over 20 million copies worldwide!