Cave Of Kalakh

Ever since as a young girl you and a playmate discovered a series of caves on the family farm many years ago, you've been curious about where the underground passages lead and what mysteries are contained within them. Over the years your parents have discouraged you from following through with your desire to explore the caves, pleading for you to wait until you are older. "Girls shouldn't be interested in such things," they tell you. "Why don't you just look for a husband and raise a family?" Sensing that they cannot dissuade you, they make you promise to meet with the retired Army officer who lives down the road.

Upon visiting the old man's home, you are amazed at the vast collection of artifacts throughout the palatial mansion- ornate vases, precious jewels, silver swords, majestic shields and many other visible symbols of opulence. Something about him suggests that the man has seen more than his share of misery in his lifetime. Maybe it's the way he avoids looking you straight in the eye, or is it the scars that cut through the wrinkles on his forehead? He speaks very softly, and most of the time it is difficult to understand what the old man is trying to say.

"I'm going to explore the caves on my daddy's farm!" you finally shout, out of desperation. "Do you know something about them?" Suddenly the rambling ends, and the old man turns to look at you. His piercing eyes tell you that you have gotten through to him. "Yes, I've been there," he says, "but only a fool would go back. The caves are evil and dangerous. Why do you want to go in there?"

"The caves are on our farm and anything in them belongs to our family," you say. "As the only child, I have an obligation to explore them." Finally, the old man agrees to talk. "My dear, there are treasures in the caves," he says. "Your father gave permission to my son and me to enter the caves years ago. Many of the things you see in my house were found there. They were given to me by your father as compensation for the loss of my son. I consider myself fortunate to have survived.

"I cannot give you any advice except to tell you to guard your every step. There are many more treasures, but you've got to decide whether the risk is worth your life!" Your goal for this Adventure will be to retrieve eight treasures, each valued at eight points, and to score an additional bonus of 20 points while exploring more than 80 locations. The program accepts one- or two-word commands, such as GO NORTH (or simply 'N' for North). A save feature is included.