As always, this book is for my family. And also for Jordan, Nina and Sylvie, the bright lights of a new generation. Atra esterni ono thelduin.

Eragon stared at the dark tower of stone wherein hid the monsters who had murdered his uncle, Garrow.

Fame or infamy, either one is preferable to being forgotten when you have passed from this realm. (Orik)

Eragon lifted Glaedr's Eldunarí over his head, presenting it to the sun and the new day, and he smiled, eager for the battles yet to come, so that he and Saphira might finally confront Galbatorix and kill the dark king.