An ancient non-human race from the realm of Kurald Galain (Darkness), led by Anomander Rake, the Son of Darkness. The Tiste Andii are tall, dark-skinned, and extraordinarily long-lived, but many suffer from ennui and apathy born of their endless existence. They are among the most powerful beings in the Malazan world. Anomander Rake wields Dragnipur, a sword that chains the souls of those it kills.