Classic Era

The High Tale of the Dragonlance itself — the Chronicles Trilogy — and the stories that immediately followed.

Prerequisites: None. This is where it all begins.

Core books of this era: The Chronicles Trilogy and the Legends Trilogy; collectively known among some fans as “The Holy Six.” These should be read first, after which any stories of this era, as well as stories of the Historical and Preludes eras, will be open to you.

Tales Collector’s Edition

Tales Collector’s Edition

This omnibus edition contains the three novels "The Magic of Krynn", "Kender, Gully Dwarves and Gnomes" and "Love and War" all of which have been published individually. The fabled Archipelago of Krynn is home to all sorts of magical creatures including warriors, wizards, elves and dwarves.

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A Hero’s Justice

A Hero’s Justice

Authors: Paul B. Thompson, Tonya Carter Cook
Series: Ergoth Trilogy, Book 3
Genre: Novels
Tag: Classic Era

From Wizards.com: The Ergoth Empire trembles from a double invasion: reptilian bakali plunge straight into the heartland, while bands of human nomads ravage the eastern frontier. Army after army, warlord after warlord fails to stop the invaders. Voices whisper, "Where is Tol of Juramona? Only he can save us!"A mad emperor will not heed the calls for Tol's return, so powerful forces align to deliver the champion of Ergoth back home. A wizard and a general, an empress and a queen -- all take up the quest. Despite their efforts, though, Tol alone must decide whether to give up the peace and serenity of exile, or to save the empire that dishonored him.

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The Gully Dwarves

The Gully Dwarves

Author: Dan Parkinson
Series: Lost Histories, Book 5
Genre: Novels
Tag: Classic Era

Who would have thought that a green dragon would have chosen better companions than gully dwarves, but Verden Leafglow is no ordinary dragon. Rejected by Takhisis and reformed to the ways of goodness, Verden has been charged by Reorx to help a hero. Of course, it is no one other than Bron, the son of the thane of the Bulp clan of Aghar.

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The Sellsword

The Sellsword

From Amazon-com: Vanderjack is a mercenary with a troubled past and a sword haunted by ghosts. Hired to rescue a nobleman's daughter from behind enemy lines, the sellsword finds himself a pivotal player in the liberation of Nordmaar from the Red Dragonarmy.

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Prisoners of Pax Tharkas

Prisoners of Pax Tharkas

Author: Morris Simon
Series: AD&D Adventure Gamebooks, Book 1
Genre: Gaming Books
Tag: Classic Era

In Prisoners of Pax Tharkas, you are transported to the danger-filled world of the Dragonlance legend, where you find yourself the prisoner of the evil Lord Veminaard and his strange draconian followers.

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The Soulforge

The Soulforge

In The Soulforge, you are Raistlin, the smoldering mage hero of The Dragonlance Chronicles as he faces the deadly Test in the fabled Towers of High Sorcery.

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Lords of Doom

Lords of Doom

Author: Douglas Niles
Series: AD&D Adventure Gamebooks, Book 3
Genre: Gaming Books
Tag: Classic Era

In Lords of Doom, you, the elf Gilthanas, must somehow seek out the eggs of the good dragons so the powerful creatures will be free to combat the wicked Queen of Darkness herself!

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Shadows Over Nordmaar

Shadows Over Nordmaar

Author: Dezra Despain
Series: AD&D Adventure Gamebooks, Book 4
Genre: Gaming Books
Tag: Classic Era

In Shadow Over Nordmaar, you are savagely beaten by unknown assailants and left for dead. When you regain consciousness, you have completely lost your memory. You can't even remember who you are! As you search for your true identity, it becomes clear that the future of Nordmaar depends on the success of your quest!

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Champions of Krynn (Video Game)

Champions of Krynn (Video Game)

Series: Gold Box Dragonlance, Book 1
Genre: Video Games
Tag: Classic Era

Shortly after the War of the Lance, the party journeys forth from Throtl on a scouting mission. However, one of the infamous Heroes of the Lance, Caramon Majere, and a group of humans are held captive by draconians. The party travels across Ansalon and is joined by Knights, kender, and other Heroes of the Lance to stop the evil forces from corrupting more dragon eggs into draconians.

Published by Strategic Simulations, Inc. (SSI) for the Amiga, Apple II, Commodore 64, and DOS.

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Death Knights of Krynn (Video Game)

Death Knights of Krynn (Video Game)

Series: Gold Box Dragonlance, Book 2
Genre: Video Games
Tag: Classic Era

A continuation of Champions of Krynn. The PCs are celebrating their victory from the previous installment, when an undead Knight swoops into the midst of the ceremonies and leads to the discovery of hordes of undead creatures. The party must embard on a quest to seek out the source of the undead: Lord Soth!

Published by Strategic Simulations, Inc. (SSI) for the Amiga, Commodore 64 and DOS.

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Dark Queen of Krynn (Video Game)

Dark Queen of Krynn (Video Game)

Series: Gold Box Dragonlance, Book 3
Genre: Video Games
Tag: Classic Era

Dark Queen of Krynn picks up where Death Knights of Krynn left off. The party starts in Palanthas and journeys to Caergoth, where they are confronted by a party of dragons. The party is wrecked at sea and visits the Dargonesti elves' capital before washing up on the shores of Taladas. Will the party be able to survive the strange continent of Taladas and rescue Raistlin Majere from his imprisonment in the Abyss?

Published by Strategic Simulations, Inc. (SSI) for the Amiga, Macintosh and DOS.

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DragonStrike (Video Game)

DragonStrike (Video Game)

Series: Video Games
Genre: Video Games
Tag: Classic Era

Ever want to fly a dragon? DragonStrike is a flight simulator for a dragon! Fly your mount through the great battles of the War of the Lance, complete missions, advance in rank and get better magical items (and move up to better dragon types).

Published by Strategic Simulations, Inc. (SSI) for Amiga, Commodore 64, DOS, and NES.

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Heroes of the Lance (Video Game)

Heroes of the Lance (Video Game)

Series: Silver Box Dragonlance, Book 1
Genre: Video Games
Tag: Classic Era

The Heroes of the Lance must descend into the ruined city of Xak Tsaroth to search for the Disks of Mishakal. The game uses a side-scrolling action style, breaking from the more traditional turn-based D&D-type game, and allows the player to switch characters to select one better suited to any given situation.

Published by Strategic Simulations, Inc. (SSI) for Amiga, Atari ST, Commodore 64, DOS, ZX Spectrum, NES, and Sega Master System.

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Shadow Sorcerer (Video Game)

Shadow Sorcerer (Video Game)

Series: Silver Box Dragonlance, Book 3
Genre: Video Games
Tag: Classic Era

The sequel to Dragons of Flame. A party of four adventurers must take the slaves from Pax Tharkas and shepherd them through the wilderness before the Dragonarmies catch up with them. The game features three modes (strategic, tactical, and political) that the party must master in order to ensure the refugees' safe passage to Thorbardin, while the evil dragons tail the humans in real time, killing the survivors!

Published by Strategic Simulations, Inc. (SSI) for the Amiga and DOS.

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War of the Lance (Video Game)

War of the Lance (Video Game)

Series: Silver Box Dragonlance, Book 4
Genre: Video Games
Tag: Classic Era

A strategy game akin to risk, you must move armies, heroes and various units against the Dragonarmies, or use your diplomats to bring other nations to your side in battle. Play against a human opponent or allow the computer to take control of the action.

Published by Strategic Simulations, Inc. (SSI) for the Apple II, Commodore 64, and DOS.

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Champions of Krynn, Chapter 2: Descent into the Crypts

Champions of Krynn, Chapter 2: Descent into the Crypts

The continuing story of Champions of Krynn.  The sequel to the adventure included in Tasslehoff's Pouches of Everything Revised.

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Dragons of Destruction (BMG-DLEP-VOTU-1)

Dragons of Destruction (BMG-DLEP-VOTU-1)

A Dragonlance®: Vault of the Undying Adventure

The western borders of Solamnia come under peril as the Dragon Armies test the nation’s defensive perimeter. The 47th Knights Wing is sent to respond in a show of force, but the thunder of war isn’t the only terror that bedevils the skies of Ansalon.

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DLS2: Tree Lords

DLS2: Tree Lords

If the Silvanesti are experiencing rebirth, the Kirath are the midwives. The time has come for the elves to reclaim their homelands, the lands warped and ruined by Lorac and the Orb of Dragonkind. The Kirath, the elite scouts of of the Silvanesti, are in the vanguard of the returning tribes. What they find is familiar, yet unfamiliar - landscapes twisted by magic, once-verdant lands now gray and barren. It is the duty of the Kirath to assess the damages done, and report their findings to the rest of the Silvanesti. Only then can the tribes return to their woods and fields.

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DLS1: New Beginnings

DLS1: New Beginnings

It is a continent of raw beauty and wondrous magics - of marauding hordes and avenging champions - it is Taladas, the forgotten continent of Krynn first revealed in the best-selling DRAGONLANCE supplement Time of the Dragon. Now, this incredible setting is brought to life and made ready for adventuring with New Beginnings. This essential adventure provides all the information necessary for new players to begin adventuring in the Taladas campaign setting.

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DLS4: Wild Elves

DLS4: Wild Elves

At long last, the Kagonesti elves are rising against their Silvanesti and Qualinesti masters. A prophet has come to deliver them from bondage; all of Southern Ergoth rings with the sounds of battle! The Kagonesti flee their arrogant cousins, heading toward a land of legend: The Valley of Perfect Silences. Here only Kagonesti are allowed; no longer will they suffer servitude and wrong. The Gate has been found and the way is open. Kagonesti pass through the gate and into the promised land. Or do they?

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DLS3: Oak Lords

DLS3: Oak Lords

Before the Cataclysm, the great Kith-Kanan and a band of brave elves separated from their Silvanesti brethren and founded the legendary realm of Qualinesti. Then, just prior to the War of the Lance, the fledgling kingdom toppled before evil dragon armies. Now the great war is over and new beginnings arise!

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    You are not alone, Nephew. Steel Brightblade said it for you. You have each other.

    — Raistlin Majere, Dragons of Summer Flame