Ser Aric Dawnshield faced Malzareth atop the Crimson Spire, the sorcerer's stronghold. Though gravely wounded, Ser Aric plunged the Silverbrand into Malzareth’s chest, shattering the sorcerer’s hold over his demonic forces. However, the victory came at great cost—both Ser Aric and the Silverbrand vanished in a blinding explosion of silver flame.