A Dark Alley                                           NW     -      - 
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Slivers of sky high above the surrounding buildings buildings make an I
above you.  This area is extremely busy, as it is a good place to deal
products of the black arts.  Lights shine out of each shop, illuminating
ribbons hanging from their ceilings.  The small alleyway continues
northwest.