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Ultima IX: Ascension Hints
I'm stuck in the first part of Despise!
1 of 7: Despise is the first "true" dungeon you will explore in the game. For that reason, I'll give you a few more hints than usual to help you through the first portions. For answers to basic questions, review my Dungeon Primer section.
2 of 7: You will learn a lot about general dungeon exploration in here. Open every door and pull every switch in Despise. Pull the first switch you come upon, which opens the first door.
3 of 7: You hear men talking behind a locked door to your right. The key is not far away.
4 of 7: Open the chest sitting on the floor. You will unlock the door automatically when you click on it.
5 of 7: After talking to the fellows from Britain, return to the hallway. The next door is closed. Recall an earlier opening technique you learned from Hawkwind to open it.
6 of 7: Cast Ignite on the hanging torch near the door and go through.
7 of 7: You are now in what I call the Pillar Room. Jump from pillar to pillar to get a prize -- and to find a switch to open the exit door.
