The Belgariad is a five book fantasy epic written by David Eddings.
Volumes include:
- Pawn of Prophecy (1982)
- Queen of Sorcery (1982)
- Magician's Gambit (1983)
- Castle of Wizardry (1984)
- Enchanters' End Game (1984)
Another five book series, The Malloreon is the sequel to the Belgariad. Belgarath the Sorcerer (1995) and Polgara the Sorceress (1997) are prequels that share the setting and most characters. The Rivan Codex (1998) features annotated background material.
The books tell of the journey and coming-of-age of Garion, an orphaned farmboy (later known as Belgarion). Garion is accompanied by his guardian Polgara the Sorceress, and the ancient sorcerer Belgarath and a number of other important characters.
Each book's title combines a chess term with fantasy term. The concept of a Game of Destiny is a significant motif in the story.
Characters
Important Characters
Protagonists
Adversaries
Royalty
- Anheg, King of Cherek
- Brand , Warder of Riva
- Cho-Hag , King of Algaria
- Drosta lek Thun , King of the Nadraks
- Fulrach , King of Sendaria
- Gethell , King of the Thulls
- Korodullin , King of Arendia
- Mayaserana , Queen of Arendia
- Salmissra, Queen of Nyissa
- Ran Borune XXIII , Emperor of Tolnedra
- Rhodar, King of Drasnia
- Taur Urgas, King of the Murgos
- 'Zakath , Emperor of Mallorea
Disciples of Aldur
Gods
Main article: Deities in The Belgariad
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