The War Chamber and Maze

1. (The map for this area of the game can be found on page 52.) What's going on in the War Chamber?
2. How can I get the awl out of the War Chamber?
3. How can I prevent being swallowed by that giant dog?
4. Where is this Maze?
5. Can the Maze be mapped?
6. What's this black particle? What should I do about it?
7. What's the point of the War Chamber and Maze scene?

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