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Shadowgate Hints

How do I survive the dragon?

  • 1 of 16: Well, it breathes fire at you if you try to take anything or move toward it.
  • 2 of 16: You could leave it alone.
  • 3 of 16: Or, you could try to use the sphere on the dragon.
  • 4 of 16: That doesn't work though.
  • 5 of 16: You can't directly stop the dragon.
  • 6 of 16: However, you can protect yourself.
  • 7 of 16: There's actually something in the dragon's room that can protect you from it.
  • 8 of 16: The helmet isn't big enough, though.
  • 9 of 16: A bone definitely won't work.
  • 10 of 16: The torch is made to BURN.
  • 11 of 16: The spear isn't made for that.
  • 12 of 16: You can't dive behind the chest.
  • 13 of 16: The gold won't stop it.
  • 14 of 16: That leaves only the shield.
  • 15 of 16: But it won't work there on the floor.
  • 16 of 16: Take the shield first thing.