The forces of evil plot the destruction of their enemies, but internal dissent threatens their plans. Kitiara uth Matar and Emperor Ariakas devise a scheme to seize a dragon orb, aiming to obliterate Solamnia and the Companions. However, Highlord Feal-Thas, the orb's guardian, resists Ariakas' command, forcing Kitiara on a perilous journey to Ice Wall. Cast out of favor, she seeks the aid of formidable beings, Lord Soth and the Dark Queen, to achieve her objectives. Meanwhile, Laurana and the Companions secure the dragon orb, unaware that their victory heralds their allies' downfall. The narrative framework is third-person, following multiple character perspectives.

This new trilogy, The Lost Chronicles, offers a fresh perspective on the War of the Lance by detailing the events from the viewpoint of the evil forces that threaten Krynn. The authors, Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman, aim to complement their original Chronicles series while remaining accessible to new readers. The narrative structure allows for a deeper exploration of the antagonists' motivations and schemes. This approach promises to enrich the established lore of Krynn by presenting familiar conflicts through an unfamiliar lens, potentially appealing to both long-time fans and newcomers to the Dragonlance saga.