Dragonlance: Dragons Of Autumn Twilight (2008)

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After five years apart, searching the world of Krynn for proof of the existence of the true gods, a group of adventurers reach their goal in the form of a barbarian woman carrying a miraculous blue crystal staff. Soon they are thrust into war as an army of dragons overtakes their homeland.

Introduction
"Dragonlance: Dragons of Autumn Twilight" is a 2008 animated movie based upon the very first novel of the Dragonlance Chronicles trilogy by Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman. This dream film was directed by Will Meugniot and functions excellent voices such as Lucy Lawless, Kiefer Sutherland, and Michael Rosenbaum. While visually inventive, it is a deeply-engaging narrative set in the high-fantasy world of Krynn.

Plot Synopsis
The story revolves around a group of adventurers who reunite after five years in Solace, their home town. The group includes Tanis Half-elven (Michael Rosenbaum), a sensible however divided between racial identities warrior; Goldmoon (Lucy Lawless), a tribal princess; Raistlin Majere (Kiefer Sutherland), a sickly and sarcastic wizard, and other appealing characters. They come across a pair of gnomes who bestowed a wonderful blue crystal staff on Goldmoon, and she's the only one who might utilize it.

When they go back to Solace, goblins record them under Verminaard, a Dragon Highlord's orders. Getting away from jail, they discover that the Gods of Light have actually returned as Goldmoon revives the sent to prison blacksmith, Elistan, with her staff. It becomes apparent to them that Krynn is on the brink of a war between excellent and evil.

The Crucial Quest and the Dragon Battles
The travelers start a quest to bring the Blue Crystal Staff to a holy city in the North, thought to be the home of the Gods of Light. However, the method is fraught with risky threats including dragons. They combat a series of dragon fights and satisfy Fizban the Fabulous, an eccentric, senior wizard who disappears and reappears at unusual times but proves crucial in their journey.

The Climax
Reaching the city of Xak Tsaroth, they fight against the ancient black dragon Khisanth, with Goldmoon ultimately beating it using the power of her staff, upon which she vanishes. Tanis, believing her to be dead, grieves her loss. The adventurers obtain the Discs of Mishakal, a holy artifact that allows Elistan to become the very first cleric of Paladine, the head of the Gods of Light.

In the movie's climax, Goldmoon comes back resurrected as the very first real cleric of the Gods of Light given that the Cataclysm, indicating that Gods of Light have certainly returned. The group realizes they become part of a larger prophecy and continue their tough journey.

Conclusion
"Dragonlance: Dragons of Autumn Twilight" is a stirring tale of friendship, faith, and prophecy, portraying a struggle in between great and wicked. The film highlights the value of keeping hope alive even in the direst situations. The story successfully encapsulates the magic, dragons, and ethical obscurities normal of the dream category. Though the animation quality frequently received criticisms, the detailed plot and character arcs keep viewer engagement. The movie ends by setting the phase for the next journey in the Dragonlance Saga.

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