The Orb

The Orb is a powerful magical artifact originally given to Aldur by UL. It is later stolen from Aldur by Torak, but after many centuries pass, Belgarath and Alorn royalty are able to retrieve it.

Grolim

The Grolim are priests of the various gods. They possess magical powers, but only in the lands their gods' people inhabit.

The Will

The Will is the magical power that Belgarath and his brother disciples practice.

Ale

Ale is a type of beer that Belgarath and several of his friends and brothers are very fond of.

Demons

Early in his travels, Belgarath learns magic that allows him to summon and control demons, even though he hates the practice.

Towers

Each of the disciples resides within a tower. Aldur and Torak also live inside towers.

Mangonel

Mangonels are gigantic catapults capable of hurtling huge rocks. They nearly destroy the walls of...