The Shannara Chronicles Timeline ( Real )

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January 5, 2016

Premiere of The Shannara Chronicles

The Shannara Chronicles premiered on MTV, introducing viewers to the adaptation of Terry Brooks' fantasy novels.

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December 12, 2017

Cancellation of The Shannara Chronicles

MTV announced the cancellation of The Shannara Chronicles after two seasons.

The Shannara Chronicles Timeline ( Fictional )

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Post-Great War Era, Year 50

Rise of Magic

Magic returns to the world, giving rise to the races of Elves, Druids, and other magical beings.

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Post-Great War Era, Year 75

Founding of the Elven Kingdom

Elves establish their kingdom as a haven for magic and culture.

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Shannara Era, Year 1

The War of the Dagda Mor

The dark sorcerer Dagda Mor attempts to unleash demons, threatening the world.

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Shannara Era, Year 2

Journey of the Shannara Heroes

Brothers Wil and Amberle, with Eretria, embark on a quest to save the Ellcrys tree and prevent the Demons from returning.

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Shannara Era, Year 2

Sacrifice of Amberle Elessedil

Amberle sacrifices herself to become the new Ellcrys tree, maintaining the barrier to the Demon Realm.

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Shannara Era, Year 3

Return of the Demons

Following the weakening of the Ellcrys, Demons start to escape into the world causing chaos.

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Shannara Era, Year 4

War against the Demons and the Federation

The Federation, wary of the Elven power, collides with the races while Demons threaten all.