Help please - I am on what I believe is the first floor of the fighter hut (in Laki'ahn), trying to ride the elevator to the second floor. With the slate and the creature, I can get on and ride but can't seem to get off on the second floor ??

Welcome to the forums!

You need to write a symbol on the slate that will keep the Bahro busy for a while.

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Hint: read Yeesha's journal carefully.

BTW: The fighter hut comes later. You're in the maze now.

You might try reading through my very convaluded posting called "Puzzle Room" or the "Arena Platform". If you can wade through all my ravings, you'll find some good information there for the spot you are working on now.