The Forest of Doom

Synopsis

 

PART STORY, PART GAME - PURE ADVENTURE!

"A new way of telling stories and in many ways the birth of modern gaming, these books captured the imaginations of a generation of kids - it's great to think that a new generation are going to be similarly captivated" bestselling author Charlie Higson

Are YOU brave enough to face the foes and fiends of this nightmare forest...?

A war is raging and your help is needed to vanquish the evil trolls.

To save the dwarfs, you must find the grand wizard Yaztromo and track down the pieces of a legendary war hammer lost in the depths of Darkwood Forest where gruesome monsters lurk ...

step up, hero, it's time to fight!

ABOUT THE SERIES

The multi-million copy globally bestselling choose-your-own-adventure series is repackaged and reignited for a brand new generation of children.

• All you need is a dice and you can choose which way the story goes
• Be careful - the main character can die at any point!
• 20 million copies sold worldwide in 32 languages
• Perfect for kids who love gaming
• A great way to encourage children away from gaming on screens and get them back into reading books!

Summary

Chapter 1: The Quest Begins

* The Fellowship, led by Gandalf the Grey, sets out from Rivendell to destroy the One Ring.
* They encounter their first obstacle: the Misty Mountains, where they are forced to take shelter from a blizzard.

Example: "As they entered the mountains, a fierce snowstorm descended upon them. The wind howled and the air became thick with freezing mist. The Fellowship huddled together for warmth, their spirits dampened by the harsh conditions."

Chapter 2: Through the Mines of Moria

* The Fellowship enters the Mines of Moria, a vast and dangerous underground labyrinth.
* They encounter countless orcs and other foul creatures, including a Cave Troll.

Example: "The mines were dark and oppressive. The walls were slick with moisture, and the air was heavy with the stench of decay. As the Fellowship cautiously made their way through, they could hear the sounds of orcs lurking in the shadows."

Chapter 3: The Watcher in the Water

* The Fellowship reaches the depths of the Mines of Moria and encounters the Watcher in the Water, a monstrous creature that guards the lake.
* Gandalf confronts the Watcher in a desperate battle, but they both fall into the abyss.

Example: "The Watcher, a huge and ancient creature, rose from the depths of the lake. Its eyes glowed with an eerie light, and its jaws were filled with sharp teeth. Gandalf, determined to protect his companions, charged forward to meet the beast head-on."

Chapter 4: The Breaking of the Fellowship

* The Fellowship is divided after Gandalf's apparent death.
* Frodo and Samwise Gamgee set out on their own to Mordor, while the others attempt to escape from Moria.

Example: "In the aftermath of Gandalf's fall, the Fellowship was torn apart. Fear and uncertainty gripped their hearts as they realized the daunting task that lay ahead. Frodo and Sam, determined to complete their mission, resolved to journey alone into the heart of darkness."

Chapter 5: The Old Forest

* Frodo and Sam enter the Old Forest, a strange and dangerous place inhabited by malevolent trees.
* They encounter Old Man Willow, a tree spirit that tries to trap and kill them.

Example: "The Old Forest was a realm of mystery and fear. The trees seemed to whisper secrets to themselves, and their branches twisted like grasping arms. Frodo and Sam felt a sense of unease as they ventured deeper into its shadowy depths."