Dragon Riders History

The History of the Dragon Riders

The Dragon Riders were once the greatest force for peace and justice in Alagaesia. For thousands of years, they served as guardians, diplomats, scholars, and warriors, maintaining balance among the races. Their fall at the hands of Galbatorix is one of the most tragic events in the history of Christopher Paolini's world.

The Founding Pact

The Dragon Riders were born from the Blood-Oath Celebration, a pact between elves and dragons that ended a devastating war between their species. An elf named Eragon — the first Rider — bonded with the white dragon Bid'Daum, establishing a partnership that would endure for millennia. Later, humans were included in the pact, expanding the order further.

The Fall and Restoration

The Riders' golden age ended when Galbatorix, a young Rider driven mad by the loss of his dragon, united with the Forsworn — thirteen traitorous Riders — and destroyed the order. For over a century, Galbatorix ruled Alagaesia as a tyrant. It fell to Eragon Shadeslayer and Saphira to restore the Riders and bring hope back to the land. Explore the full history in our lexicon.

Join the New Order

In our Eragon RPG, the Dragon Riders are being rebuilt. Will you be among the next generation of Riders, carrying on the legacy of those who came before?