Our heroes are pitted against their first real foe enhanced with supernatural properties of the Amber. They're trying to find Ponderosa and hopefully can find a way around this obstacle and get beyond the infamous Boulevard of Behemoths. 

The ancient Boulevard of Behemoths is where Wizard Johnny had a star-crossed moment that, if our heroes are lucky, he'll feel comfortable enough to share. Wizard Johnny spews a lot of nonsense but sometimes his regaling demeanor can become prophetic. 
What lies beyond the Boulevard of Behemoths?