Level 8 is the last of the Catacombs-style level. The player reaches Level 8 after from a stairway in Level 7. Somewhere in Level 8 there is a stairway to Level 9.
Quests
Zhar the Mad, a Unique Counselor Mage, can be found in this level. Speaking to Zhar will activate a quest, in which he will give you a scroll. Trying to grab a book from his bookcase will infuriate him and will cause him to attack you.