num_pages: 157
description: After much wandering and seeking Elric finally discovers the location of the sorcerer who had earlier inconvenienced him. A meeting of old friends and scattered brothers evolves into a union of vengeance. A demon sent hoping to devour an albino is thwarted, but it's master's aim's are met with Elric's capture. A bargain made with a well intentioned merchant wins Elric his freedom, but only half of him is allowed to escape. Elric restored with his symbiotic blade calls upon unholy aide to finally vanquish his meddlesome sorceress enemy. The final assault brings a grievous death as the dragon caves will no longer have a master. A promise broken and an unwanted soul taken by Elric's hungry companion. Another hollow victory causes Elric much discomfort.
language: English
title: The Bane of the Black Sword
titlecomplete: The Bane of the Black Sword (The Elric Saga, #5)
characters: Theleb K'aarna, Zarozinia, Rackhir, Moonglum, Yishana of Jharkor, Elric of Melniboné
genres: Fiction, Speculative Fiction, Science Fiction Fantasy, Science Fiction, Dark Fantasy, Epic Fantasy, Sword and Sorcery, Fantasy, Novels, High Fantasy
ratings_count: 7523
series: The Elric Saga, Elric Chronological Order
publisher: Ace