Kadrek leapt out of the bush with a Diabaine war cry, and swung his mighty axe at Magan's shaggy head.

But the wily young Laichanan tucked into a roll and dropped near his heavy booted feet.

The battle hardened Diabaine warrior swiftly planted a stout kick and sent her flying.

"Argghhhh! “ Magan howled as her slender body slammed against a thick tree.