Slain by her enemies defending the Tortallan crown .
Liam Ironarm : A martial - arts champion , called the ' Dragon of Shang ' , who attaches himself to Alanna , alternately as paramour and instructor .
Slain by Alanna 's enemies defending the Tortallan crown .
Liam Ironarm : A martial - arts champion , called the ' Dragon of Shang ' , who attaches himself to Alanna , alternately as paramour and instructor .