Elric of Melniboné, pronounce IPA: [mɛlˈnɪbɔˌne], (mel-nib-on-ay) is a fictional character created by Michael Moorcock. He first appeared in print in 1961 in Michael Moorcock’s novella, "The Dreaming City" (Science Fantasy #47 June 1961); his first appearance in a novel was in Stormbringer (1965). His proper name and title is Elric VIII, 428th Emperor of Melniboné.