Kurald Galain

Lore & Background

Kurald Galain is extensively described and featured throughout the Malazan Book of the Fallen series, not merely in the prologue of *Dust of Dreams*. Within the realm of Dragnipur, a scene describes the Wagon becoming very difficult to pull as more souls keep dying. On the horizon of that realm, Chaos steadily advances on the Gate of Kurald Galain. This suggests that the Gate serves as a connection between Dragnipur and Kurald Galain, and that its destruction by Chaos could have consequences for both realms. The series provides substantial additional details about the realm's history, culture, and geography.

In Their Own Story

In the prologue of *Toll the Hounds*, the realm of Dragnipur is described as containing the Gate of Kurald Galain. As Chaos advances across the horizon of Dragnipur, it moves steadily toward this Gate. The souls trapped in Dragnipur, including the elder god Draconus who forged the sword, are aware that if Chaos overtakes the wagon and reaches the Gate, all the realms could be destroyed. Draconus has a desperate plan to face what seems inevitable, but a blind Tiste Andii has an agenda of his own. The fate of Kurald Galain hangs in the balance as these forces converge.

Reader's Guide

The source provides no guidance on accessing, navigating, or wielding influence in Kurald Galain. The only reference to the realm is its Gate appearing within Dragnipur, where it is threatened by Chaos. Travelers seeking information about Kurald Galain would need to consult other sources within the Malazan Book of the Fallen series.

Did You Know?

• The Gate of Kurald Galain appears within the realm of Dragnipur, as described in the prologue of *Dust of Dreams*.
• Chaos is shown steadily advancing on the Gate of Kurald Galain in the prologue of *Dust of Dreams*.
• The elder god Draconus, who forged Dragnipur, may be aware that if Chaos reaches the Gate of Kurald Galain, all the realms could be destroyed. (Note: This is an extrapolation not directly confirmed in the source text.)
• A blind Tiste Andii has an agenda of his own regarding the Gate of Kurald Galain within Dragnipur. (Note: This is not mentioned in the prologue of *Dust of Dreams*.)