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Elfquest, The Blood of Ten Chiefs 1

Elfquest, The Blood of Ten Chiefs 1

FantasyFolklore
Pages
320
Published
1987
Language
English

Synopsis

For ten millennia, the Wolfriders have roamed the World of Two Moons, their history rich with tales of survival and leadership. This collection delves into the expansive Elfquest universe, featuring stories from acclaimed fantasy writers. Discover the legends and adventures that shaped the Wolfriders before Cutter, Blood of Ten Chiefs, rose to guide them to freedom.

Prose complexity
4/10

Vibe

AdventurousThought-Provoking
Quest

Genres

Fantasy Folklore High Fantasy Adventure

Authors

C
C. J. Cherryh

Carolyn Janice Cherry (born September 1, 1942), better known by the pen name C. J. Cherryh, is an American writer of speculative fiction.

L
Lynn Abbey

Lynn Abbey is a significant voice in fantasy, particularly known for her work within the groundbreaking Thieves' World shared universe, including titles like Storm Season and Tales from the Vulgar Unicorn. She also contributed to the Elfquest series and The Blood of Ten Chiefs.

M
Mark C. Perry

Mark C. Perry is a writer known for his work in fantasy. He helped shape the world of the popular Elfquest series. Perry also contributed to The Blood of Ten Chiefs 1.

R
Richard Pini

Richard Pini is widely recognized as the co-creator of the beloved fantasy series Elfquest. He also contributed to The Blood of Ten Chiefs series and wrote other titles including Against the Wind and Ascent.

R
Robert Asprin

Robert Lynn Asprin (1946–2008) was an American science fiction and fantasy author, best known for the humorous MythAdventures series, featuring the magician's apprentice Skeeve and his demon mentor Aahz, and for the comic military science fiction of Phule's Company. Born in St. Johns, Michigan, he studied at the University of Michigan and served in the US Army before publishing his first novel, The Cold Cash War, in 1977. With Lynn Abbey he created and edited the Thieves' World shared-world anth...

Characters

CutterProtagonist
Wendy PiniCameo
All characters in Elfquest, The Blood of Ten Chiefs 1

Frequently asked questions

  • Is this book a comic or a prose novel?

    This volume is a prose anthology featuring short stories rather than a graphic novel or comic book.

  • Does this book require prior knowledge of the series?

    These stories function as standalone historical vignettes that explore the lineage of the Wolfrider chiefs, making it accessible even if you have not yet read the primary comic series.

  • How does this collection relate to the broader Elfquest universe?

    It serves as a collaborative expansion of the lore, featuring contributions from various fantasy authors who were invited to flesh out the ten-thousand-year history of the tribe before the events of the main narrative.