The Beginning of the Downfall — Ken Polson

Johann is a soldier black smith returning from war. He comes home to find his father dead, the smithery in need of repair, and having to start from nothing. With the courage of a great warrior, he squares his shoulders back and begins to rebuild his life. What he does not know is that all of his plans will soon be changed
Clarissa is a young Dark Elf princess. She knows she will never be powerful enough to take the crown. When revolt breaks out in the realm, she has to flee to the surface world to survive.
Queen Sybil's realm is in a revolt and the magic is failing. To win she must make a deal with an Ancient being made of energy. Is this her race's salvation or is it “The Beginning of the Downfall”?