Timeless

About “Timeless”

R. A. Salvatore's 2018 novel introduces the dark elf Drizzt Do'Urden through the story of his father, Zaknafein, and his friend Jarlaxle. Set in the Underdark, the book explores the city of Menzoberranzan, where Zaknafein rises as a skilled weapon master. A matron, Matron Malice, arranges for Zaknafein to be taken by another, leading to a friendship between Zaknafein and Jarlaxle. Zaknafein later sires Drizzt, who is trained by Grandmaster Kane. The story follows Zaknafein and Jarlaxle as they face challenges, including the ambitions of Lolth and the spread of demons to the surface world. The novel serves as a prelude to Drizzt's adventures in the Forgotten Realms.