If the creature possesses even animal intelligence, I would wager that it would keep any unguarded vulnerability either hidden or nearby, perhaps both, [ the Librarian muses. ] It wouldn't want to leave its discovery to—ah!

[ The Librarian leaps back as the creature suddenly lunges at him, though its attack is mercifully cut short by the other man's intervention. He stares at the thrashing monster, eyes wide. ]

Perhaps I am overly optimistic, [ the Librarian blurts out. ] But I do hope that means I'm going in the right direction!

[ He continues his search with renewed urgency—he, too, notices that the beast's struggles are only growing in intensity. He dares to go a little bit further afield, searching nearby turns and lanes in the maze, while hoping vehemently that its shifting nature won't unexpectedly separate him from his new acquaintance.

Finally, he raises a shout of triumph. ]

I've found... something!

[ Its tucked away in a shadowy corner of the maze, curled up to conceal its shape. But as the Librarian gingerly nudges it into view, it becomes clear that it is the inert lower half of a bisected body. ]

I do dearly hope that this is the weak point we're looking for and not a previous victim...