From the lake's southern shore, you may cross to the sword-shaped island in its center that you have thus called 'Sword Island'. This location first becomes available after you embark on the quest for the Aldvarian Amulet. To reach the island you must pass a series of Random check (1-100* * * * ). 75 or more needed to pass. Advance 10% of the way if you pass. You trip and lose ~24-30 SP to boiling tar if you don't pass. This is similar to the crossing of the Meglasmire, but much more dangerous. Upon reaching Sword Island, you encounter a group of (7 to 18) Tar Men. You may either: