The Chaos War Books in Order

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The Chaos War Series, written by Douglas Niles and published between 1998 and 1999, explores the struggles of different races caught in conflict during a time of widespread chaos. Set in the world of Krynn, the series focuses on the tensions between elves and dragons, as well as the internal and external threats facing the dwarven realms. Central themes include duty, survival, and the impact of war on both individuals and civilizations.

Books in this series

Ordered by first publication where known. The official numbering for this series is incomplete in our sources, so we don't show series numbers we can't verify.

  1. Cover of The Last Thane

    The Last Thane

    1998 · Douglas Niles

    The novel follows the conflict between the baser clans of Thorbardin and the Hylar, the ancestral rulers of an underground realm. When the Hylar army…

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  2. Cover of The Puppet King

    The Puppet King

    1999 · Douglas Niles

    The elven realm of Silvanesti has nearly recovered from the devastation caused by a mad king. However, peace is disrupted when Porthios, an elf…

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  3. Cover of Reavers of the Blood Sea

    Reavers of the Blood Sea

    1999 · Richard A. Knaak

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the The Chaos War Series books in?

Read them in publication order — the list above is sorted by first publication where known, starting with “The Last Thane”.

How many books are in the The Chaos War Series series?

We list 3 books by Douglas Niles , published between 1998–1999.

Where can I buy the The Chaos War Series books?

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Reading order compiled from author/publisher guidance and verified bibliographic data. Spotted a wrong order, a missing book, or any other mistake? and we'll correct it.