Fred thought a bit. What form should he assume? Becoming a bat would be useful in his quest. He could explore the caves without seeming out of place, and scout the dragon. He would be able to fit into tight places inaccessible to humans, and could find his way in the dark. There were problems, too. How would he adjust to being a bat? How vulnerable would he be, as such a small creature? Could he carry the stone with him? Perhaps he should just shift into a stronger version of himself. Once he found the dragon, then he would have the advantage of having unexpected strength - perhaps this would tip the balance in the fight between the dragon and him, and allow him to fulfill his quest. When discovered, he would be attacked immediately, as he obviously was not a natural part of the dragon's lair. And though brave and armed with the stone, the odds were still long. Fred thought, and decided that he would test the stone by
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