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Khelben "The Blackstaff" Arunsun stands as the unchallenged archmage of Waterdeep, the City of Splendors, and the master of Blackstaff Tower. Chosen by the goddess Mystra, his legacy spans centuries, guarding the realm and harboring secrets that have kept him true to the forgotten runes of power.
When Khelben’s consciousness intertwines with that of a young apprentice, both learn more than they had imagined about magic, identity, and their own destinies. This connection forces them to confront forces beyond their control, guiding them toward an unexpected fate that neither could have foretold.
First publish date: 2006
Genre: Fantasy/Epic Fantasy
Authors: Steven E. Schend
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