Category Archives: Elfstones of Shannara

Sara: The Bloodfire goes out and Amberle assures her battered companions that the seed is ready. But Wisp is dead and Drifter is hurt, so Wil has to rely on the Elfstones to lead them out of the maze that … Continue reading →

August: Wil, Eretria, and Hebel are brought to Mallenroh, one of the witch sisters of the Hallows. Her otherworldly presence stuns our brave adventurers, and she demonstrates her power and callous heart by turning Hebel and Drifter into wooden statues. … Continue reading →

Sara: This chapter opens by introducing and old man who has made his home deep within the wilds named Hebel. He hangs out at his house with his (big, scary) puppy Drifter and carves things out of wood, just chilling … Continue reading →

August: We pick back up with the Elven army in full retreat. Not only was King Elessedil gravely wounded, but Prince Arion was killed trying to defend the northern pass. The responsibility of leading the Elven people has fallen to … Continue reading →

Sara: Wil and Amberle numbly make their way through the seemingly endless tunnels of the abandoned fortress until they somehow manage to find a way out. They don’t dare stop to rest, and decide to take the boat and continue … Continue reading →

August: Under the cover of night, Allanon, Amberle, and Wil visit the Ellcrys tree. While Allanon and Wil hang out and chat about a potential spy in the Elven king’s court, Amberle go alone to talk to the Ellcrys. She … Continue reading →

August: After the excitement of Allanon’s escape from Paranor, we move to a much more quiet location. Readers of Sword will be familiar with Storlock, the community of Healer Gnomes, and here we find Wil Ohmsford, grandson of Shea Ohmsford. … Continue reading →