The Knights of Emerald is a series of heroic fantasy novels which made the fame of its author, Canadian novelist Anne Robillard.
[citation needed] Five hundred years ago, Enkidiev, a continent populated by humans, elves, and fairies, is being attacked by Amecareth, emperor of Irianeth and the insect empire.
These magic warriors are to protect the continent until the prophesied Light holder can destroy the threat.
From infancy to their teens, children will study under the magician and previous knights as well as warriors.
They then will be employed as Squires to the Emerald Knights, helping them and providing for them on their adventures as well as gaining some practical knowledge.