ok... here's what i did. i build up a party until i have a fighter at level 13. then i train the fighter at the laughing kettle. after a few battles this fighter becomes a "trainer" that can kill the laughing kettle with a single strike. i then use this trainer to train other fresh characters.i now have 3 fighters, a thief, and 2 wizards that can cast all spells (except abriel). the next step is to get to the sorn. i have to dig through my notes to figure out how to get all the staffs and cards. can anyone give me a walkthrough?