The Fortress of the Pearl

Elric, last emperor of sorcerous Melnibone, wielder of the Black Sword, Stormbringer, and incarnation of the Eternal Champion. . . Years before Elric sought and found his ultimate destiny in the battle between Order and Chaos, the albino swordsman finds himself enmeshed in the deadly intrigues of the decadent, supremely self-important city of Quarzhasaat