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<p><lose codeword="Ethereal">Lose the codeword Ethereal</lose>.</p>
<p>
You hand over the <b>abzu plant</b>.
<lose item="abzu plant">Cross it off</lose>
your Adventure Sheet.
</p>
<p>
The Blender of Spices is amazed. 'I really didn't think you could do it!' he exclaims.
</p>
<p>
He rewards you by allowing you to consult his texts on herbs and plants of the wild. <training ability="scouting">Roll two dice</training>. If the result is higher than your SCOUTING rating then you can add one to that rating. He also gives you <gain shards="500"/>.
</p>
<p>
Your exploit has enhanced your reputation within the court. Turn to <b>401</b> and
<tick name="UttakuStatus" count="2">
add 2 to your Status points
</tick> in the box provided, then make a choice
<goto section="401">from there</goto>.
</p>
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