Prerequisites: Ghost of the Nemesis

   The Green Cane creates the third dragon lair, the White Forest. When you enter, Larc will comment on Sierra's scent; this is just some sort of odd guide through the dungeon. Head southwest two screens to an intersection. Take the southwest exit there and continue west to the next intersection. Go due west, picking up the Silly Eye from the chest along the way. At the next fork, pick up the Ear of Wheat from the chest and go right. (Going left just takes you to a chest with Poison Powder.) You'll soon come to the Ancient Tree, home of the third dragon, Vadise.

   Larc collects the third Mana Crystal and departs. Meanwhile, Vadise and Sierra convince your character to take their side -- but you have to challenge them first. Your hero and your pet will take on both Vadise and Sierra at the same time. If you can use, use magic to attack both at once; otherwise, go after Vadise since she seems to have less HP (plus Sierra is small and easy to dodge). Vadise uses a standard "magic circle" attack like Akravator's; quickly move out of the circles when they appear on the ground.

   Once you complete the trial, Sierra runs off to the Underworld, and Vadise will reward you with a piece of metal.

Li'l Cactus' quote: "Had to be dog."
Cactus Diary:
"Larc is working for his Boss because he wants to get out of there. But I think he is enjoying it. I've got to see him to learn the truth."