The Book of Bariath Tormelin is a grimoire of magical origins. It belonged to the Valeri mage Bariath Tormelin, a member of the legendary Grey Eight. The leader was Garin Varel and Tormelin was one of his pupils. Varel required that each of his students keep a detailed copy of his book of magic and spells, with their own notes and experiences added as well. The Book of Bariath Tormelin was one of these volumes.