The Shannara Series (8 books) by Terry Brooks - Del Rey Books

First King of Shannara	-Hold forth the sword- He did so without question, thrusting it before him as he would a talisman. Galaphile's hand reached out, and his fingers brushed the Eilt Druin. Instantly, the emblem flared with white light. Galaphile turned away, and another Druid approached, touched the emblem, and departed. So it went, as one by one the spirits paraded before the old man and touched the sword he held, their fingers brushing the image of the Eilt Druin before they passed on. Over and over again the emblem flared brightly in response. From within the shelter of his raised arm, Bremen watched it happen. it might have been a blessing that they bestowed, an approval that they gave. But the old man knew that it was something more, something darker and harsher. There was a transference being wrought upon the sword by the touch of the dead. He could feel it happening. He could sense it taking hold.

First King of Shannara

-Hold forth the sword-

He did so without question, thrusting it before him as he would a talisman. Galaphile's hand reached out, and his fingers brushed the Eilt Druin. Instantly, the emblem flared with white light. Galaphile turned away, and another Druid approached, touched the emblem, and departed. So it went, as one by one the spirits paraded before the old man and touched the sword he held, their fingers brushing the image of the Eilt Druin before they passed on. Over and over again the emblem flared brightly in response. From within the shelter of his raised arm, Bremen watched it happen. it might have been a blessing that they bestowed, an approval that they gave. But the old man knew that it was something more, something darker and harsher. There was a transference being wrought upon the sword by the touch of the dead. He could feel it happening. He could sense it taking hold.

Having been able to obtain 7 of the books out of eight, upon re-reading I couldn't help wondering that though it may appear obvious that Jerle was the "First King of Shannara", the reference could very well be directed to that enigmatic character in the dark cloak who always seems to know what's really going on in the Four Lands ... Bremen. Also noteable is the existence of Cogline throughout the series. It is Cogline who helps Mareth find Bremen and gain access to the Druid Keep.

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Shannara Trilogy
Three book chronological sequence covering generations, ... is Allanon the Second King of Shannara?
1. The Sword of Shannara
2. The Elfstones of Shannara
3. The Wishsong of Shannara

The Heritage of Shannara

Epic tale in four books. Though each separate book might be read individually, this is all actually one book from start to finish. The first book introduces the scenario, while the remaining three cover events which are happening more or less in parallel, the final book reuniting the quests into one.
With the guidance of the former-druid-come-cleric, Cogline, who himself participated in the destruction of the evil Illdach, descendants of the Ohmsford family are called once again to engage in a far reaching series of quests, not the least of which is the internal battle of Walker Boh, the loner from Heartstone to take up the burden of leading a new and modern era of Druids.

The Scions of Shannara
The beginning of the 4-book tale. Par, Wren, and Walker meet with the shade of Allanon, and.....

The Scions of Shannara	The beginning of the 4-book tale. Par, Wren, and Walker meet with the shade of Allanon, and.....

The Druid of Shannara	Walker's journey to the Stone King's domain with Morgan Leah, Quickening, and Pe Ell; the recovery of the Black Elfstone, and Walker's transformation and growth in wisdom.

The Elf Queen of Shannara
Chronicles mainly Wren's search for the Elves and Aborlon.
The Talismans of Shannara
Walker Boh combats the Four Horsemen sent to eliminate him before all the quests are complete.

The Elf Queen of Shannara	Chronicles mainly Wren's search for the Elves and Aborlon.

The Talismans of Shannara	Walker Boh combats the Four Horsemen sent to eliminate him before all the quests are complete.

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The Shannara Series (8 books) by Terry Brooks - Del Rey Books

First King of Shannara

Shannara Trilogy

The Heritage of Shannara