The Chronicles of Malus Darkblade: v. 1 by Dan Abnett
The dark elves are feared throughout the Old World for their evil, savage ways, yet one member of this despicable race stands out for his treachery and cunning - Malus Darkblade. Tricked by a daemon, Malus has just one year to retrieve five artefacts, or his soul will be forfeit forever. These stories tell Malus' quest to find the first three artefacts, pitting him against monsters, magic and even his own kin in wonderful tales of high fantasy.