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Warcraft
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| | Created | | 1989 |
| Publisher | | Activision Blizzard |
| Developers | | Blizzard Entertainment |
A science-fiction/fantasy setting game that has been included on this website because it is set in another galaxy or in another
dimension within the multiverse. The storyline has elements from as the story Lord of the
Rings by J.R.R. Tolkein. It started off a RTS game in much the same way
as Starcraft and Command and Conquer which they later turned it
into a 3D type game, known better as World of Warcraft. Pictures, maps and details are mainly from the World of Warcraft, only
briefly touching on the RTS side of things. It is set on the known worlds of Azeroth, Draenor the Red World (later
called Outland), Argus, K'aresh, and Xoroth. In the game there are three factions, Alliance, Horde and the Burning Legion.
Players can only play either the Horde or the Alliance. Questing is against the Burning Legion for both. Players on one side can
fight the other in PvP battlegrounds. It has eight million players world wide and is growing. The nearest competitor is Everquest in
terms of storyline. Other similar MMPORGs as they are called include Star Wars Galaxies, Players are encouraged to work together
through group questing and dungeons/raids. There are which people can set up or join. When the game
appeared, its only competition had been from Everquest which had come out a number of years earlier and is similar to Warcraft.
Now there are quite a few competitors such as Guild Wars, Lord of the Rings, Warhammer - Age of Reckoning and Conan -
Hyborian Adventures. Warcraft has the largest user base with an estimated eight million worldwide. Guild Wars is different from
the others in that it doesn't charge a monthly fee to play the game.
The Story so far
When the Universe came into being, The Titans, the Gods in this fantasy universe set about shaping the planets. They began creating
order on the thousands of planets that scattered the Universe. Whilst creating order on the planets, they became aware of an area of
space known as the 'Twisting Nether' where evil was brewing. The Pantheon, the ruling sect of the Titans tasked Sargeras to defend
their Universe from evil that escaped from the Nether. He did this without question for many milleniums. Whilst doing this, he came
across two races, the Eradar (Later to be known as the Draenei) and Nathrezim. The Eradar living on the planet Argus were a powerful
race of sorcerers who were using magic to conquer and enslave whole races. This trouble Sargeras and he imprisioned the warlocks in the
Nether. He began to slip into depression and question his role in what he was doing. The Nathrezims were a race of vampiric demons
who would possess the bodies of those they wished to conquer and thus corrupt the races from within. Defeating them was easily but it
had an effect on the trouble Titan. He believed that what he was doing was wrong and believed disorder was the right order for the
Universe. The Pantheon tried persuading him otherwise but he was not going to listen to them and instead, he left the organisation,
opting to go it alone. He changed from being a metallic bonze titan into a red hot blistering monster of hate. In his hate, he went
back to the Nether and released the two races he had imprisioned, the Eradar and the Nathrezims.
Those two races agreed to do his bidding. He chose two Eradars to do his bidding, Archimonde was chosen to lead his men into battle.
Kil'Jaeden was chosen to seek out new races to conquer. Archimonde and Kil'Jaeden was two of the three leaders of the Eradar.
The third Velen decided not to join and take what was left of his people away from Sargeras' influence with the help of the Naaru.
Kil'Jaeden took charge of the Nathrezims and appointed Tichondrius as his lieutenant. As time went on, their army grew and grew,
next to join were the Pit Lords led by Mannorath, the Destructor.
The Titans continued their mission to bring peace and order to the new universe. They came across a planet called Azeroth where the
occupants were Elementals who were worshipping an evil group of gods known as the 'Old Gods'. It was decided that they should be
brought to heal. They attacked the 'Old Gods', destroying their Citadel and chaining the gods up underground. They created a race
of humanoids called the Dwarfs to help them reshape the planet. Over years, the planet was reshaped until one continent existed
which they called 'Kalimdor'. Life including plants, monsters and humanoids were left to thrive on the planet. Once they were
satisfied that their work was done on the planet, they entrusted the safety of the planet on a number of dragons.
Before even humans and orcs began fighting on the planet, there were a number of different races. One, calling themselves Kaldorei
(children of the stars), later to be known as the Night Elves were drawn to a magical lake which bestowed powers. They believed
their goddess Elune was at the bottom of the lake. They built settlements round the lake. The Kaldorei began spreading out around
the continent, meeting new races. The Queen Azshara doted on a number of Kaldorei more than the others who were in turn called the
Highborne. The Highborne were tasked to learn more about the magic powers and they accepted their task. Over time, the Queen and
the Highborne became more powerful, creating and destroying things at will, this led to a schism in the order.
War of the Ancients, 10,000 years before Warcraft
The power being created by the Highborne caught the attention of Sargeras and he headed towards the planet. He managed to persuade
the Queen unwittingly to give him access to the planet. She opened a portal to
allow the giant Sargeras to enter the planet. The Burning Legion attacked, killing many thousands of Elves.
The dragons that had been tasked with protecting the planet were of little or no
use. One of the dragons broke up and became a servent of the Burning Legion. During the battle, the Well of Eternity, the source
of the Kaldorei's powers caused an earthquake of such ferocity that the continent split up. Where the Well had been, now was water
and a vortex of immense power. A number of survivor found sanctuary on a large mountain called Hyjal. On the mountain was a lake
which one elf poured a little of the Well of Eternity's water in it, corrupting it with magic. They began a more druidistic life
style, working in harmony with the planet.
The World Tree and the Emerald Dream, 9,000 years before Warcraft
When it became known that the Elves were again praticing with magic, the three remaining dragons that had stayed loyal to the
Titans arrived. They were alarmed at the prospect of the return of the Legion and wanted it destroyed. Ysera, the green dragon,
planted an acorn in the lake and a tree grew from it.
Exile of the Highborne, 7,300 years before Warcraft
A number of elves who were still addicted to the magic that came from the Well were determind to continue their studies. As the
others were set against it, the Highborne left the country to find somewhere to continue. They settled in Quel'Thalas on another
continent and built their own civilisation. They would call themselves the High Elves. When the High Elves left, the High
Priestess Tyrande banded together a number of elves to act as protectors for the area.
The founding of Quel'Thalas, 6,800 Years before Warcraft
Their journey to their new land wasn't direct. They landed in Tirisfel Glades and encountered a few human settlements. At that
time the humans weren't as advanced as they were when the First War began. They advanced east and as they did so, they came into
contact with the Amani trolls. The trolls from Zul'Aman were a vicious bunch of creatures and they killed many of the Highborne.
Those that survived travelled north and built Silvermoon to be their capital.
Arathor and the Troll Wars, 2,800 Years before Warcraft
Humans began clubbing together under a common tribe. They built a city called Strom where lived in safety. The knew of the
High Elves and their war with the trolls but didn't intervene. It was only when a messenger from the Elves arrived to warn them
of the threat that they could expect that the humans decided to intervene. In exchange for help, the Elves would teach the humans
magic. An army of humans joined the Elves in a battle at the foot of the Alterac Mountains. After a long battle, the Elves
began to use magic on their common enemy which worked and the trolls were eventually defeated. The trolls retreated back to their
city Zul'Aman in the Ghostlands.
Guardians of Tirisfal, 2,700 Years before Warcraft
With their magical powers growing, the human magicians left the city of Strom and moved to Dalaran to continue their studies.
Always mindful that the Burning Legion could return at any time. Some non-dangerous Burning Legion minions were still on the planet
but they were not causing a great deal of problem. Small problems were carefully covered up in Dalaran. The ruling council in
Dalaran sought help from the Elves to deal with the problem. Both sides agreed to create a Guardian who would protect the planet
from the forces of the Burning Legion and that person would reside in the Tirisfel Glades.
Ironforge - Awakening of the Dwarves, 2,500 Years before Warcraft
When the Well of Eternity caused the creation of the continents, the Dwarves sealed themselves in their stone cities. Something
woke those in the stone city of Uldaman. It is unclear what actually woke them up. They ventured out and built their new
capital inside a mountain in Dun Morogh.
The Seven Kingdoms, 1,200 Years before Warcraft
It was at this time, that humans spread out across the area, building new cities and kingdoms. They would all unite under one banner
and its main principle city would be Strom. However a new city was built called Lordaeron and power moved from Strom to there. It
was also at this time that humans encountered Dwarfs for the first time and became friends.
Aegwynn and the Dragon Hunt, 823 Years before Warcraft
Aegwynn was a human female guardian of Trisfel who protected the continent from the Burning Legion. She speculated that the
powers of the Legion was on Northrend so went forth. She encountered Sargeras there and believed that she had killed him but
she had in fact enabled him to transfer his weakened soul into her body to remain hidden.
War of the Three Hammers, 230 Years before Warcraft
The Dwarfen kingdom had three clans, the Wildhammers, Ironforge and the Dark Irons. During this period of time, there was a
civil war between the clans and they split up. The Wildhammers moved to the Hinterlands whereas the Dark Irons moved to
build their own city to the south. The Wildhammers and Ironforge maintained a friendly union but the Dark Irons turned their
back on the rest.
The Last Guardian, 45 Years before Warcraft
Aegwynns powers grew and alarmed the Dalaran council. They ordered her to stand down which she refused. She wanted to choose a
successor herself. She became pregnant through natural means. Unknown to her, Sargeras was already corrupting the
baby even before it was born. When the baby was born, she left him in the care of the Dalaran Council then wandered aimlessly.
Kil'Jaeden and the Shadow Pact
Kil'Jaeden began plotting the second invasion of Azeroth. His plan was to cause a diversion and occupy the
Azerothians leaving the planet open for attack by the Legion.
He came across a race of beings on Draenor called the Orcs. They were warlike and he believed he
could persuade them to work for him. He manipulated Ner'zhul, the Orc leader and turned them in a blood thirsty race. They started
to attack one another and the Draenei who they had lived in peace with. When Ner'zhul awakened to the trouble that was brewing,
Kil'Jaeden had him killed and replaced with Gul'dan. Gul'dan founded the Shadow Council and invited warlocks to join.
Rise of the Horde
Over time, the Orcs powerbase grew. There were a few dissenting voices but the power hungry chiefs were louder. They were
being controlled by Gul'dan and the Shadow Council. With no enemies, they turned their attacks on the Draenei, killing all but a
few. They were now the foot soldiers of the Burning Legion.
Dark Portal and the Fall of Stormwind, the First War
Kil'Jaeden was now satisfied that the Orcs were ready to attack Azeroth. A Dark Portal was opened between the two planets of
Azeroth and Draenor with the help of the corrupted Medivh. The Orcs marched through, attacking whatever and whoever got in their way.
Discontent was brewing amongst the Orcs mainly from Durotan, one of the clan leaders. He was exiled to Kalimdor where he set up his
own community. During the war, humans from Stormwind stormed the tower belonging to Medivh where they killed him. Sargeras was
banished into an abyss. Durotan who had been exiled returned to persuade the other clan leaders of their folly. This time instead
of exiling him again, Durotan was killed. Another clan leader Orgrim realising what was happening, set out to free his people from the
Burning Legion.
The Alliance of Lordaeron, the Second War
With Stormwind damaged, the human kingdoms met at Lordaeron to build a defence pact. They called upon the Dwarfs and the High Elves
into the pact. Whilst this was going on, there was a power struggle going on amongst the Orcs. Gul'dan went off with a group of
Orc soldiers to find the tomb of Sargeras and free him from his underwater tomb. The tomb contained only demons which when
released cut the young Orc to shreads. The Horde built an alliance with the Amani trolls. The Alliance were now attacking the
Orcs and trying to push them back. Battles on water and in the air took place as well as those on the land. The Horde managed to
find a powerful crystal which they used to enslave one of the great dragons. The Dark Portal was closed and Orc reinforcements
could not come thus ensuring a win for the Alliance. Trapped Orcs surrendered and were rounded up. Although the Dark Portal
was closed, the Orcs managed to re-open it. They sent through agents to get a number of items from Azeroth. The Humans
decided to launch attacks on the Orcs on Draenor and duly sent soldiers through.
Birth of the Lich King
Incensed at Ner'Zhuls inability to destroy Azeroth, Kil'Jaeden tore his body apart, leaving only his soul which he would use later.
He was later reborn as the Lich King. His followers also had the same treatment done to them and turned into Liches. Watched over
by the dreadlords, he was sent back to Azeroth. The attack plan this time was to unleash a devastating disease amongst the humans
and elves. Those infected would die and be reborn as the Undead.
Ice Crown and the Frozen Throne
Kil'Jaeden sent Ner'zhul back down to Azeroth, landing on Northrend. From within the Ice Citadel, he began unleashing the
disease. First was a small human settlement on Northrend and before long the dead were rising up again.
The Battle of Grim Batol
A mighty battle raged in Grim Batol between the Orcs and the Humans. In the midsts of the battle, the crystal that had controlled one
of the defending dragons was destroyed. The new released dragon and her fellow dragons unleashed their fury on the Orcs.
Lethargy of the Orcs
Over the forthcoming months, it was noticed that some of the captured Orcs were being calmer than usual. It was theorized by magicians
from Dalaran that they were no longer under the influence of the Mages that had once controlled them.
The New Horde
One Orc in captivity Thrall was taught about the wider world by one of the wardens. He grew to be intelligent, strong and quick
witted. He managed to escape from his captivity. This is told in the Caverns of time:Durnholde Keep dungeon. He wanted to
rebuild the Orc empire. He managed to rally all the free Orcs under his control then returned to free his people from
the internment camps. He led them back to Durotar.
War of the Spider
A group of spider like humanoids began to attack the Lich King. They were immune to his suggestions and the disease. When the
spiders attacked and were killed, he would raise them once more as the Undead.
Kel'Thuzad and the Forming of the Scourge
A magician from Dalaran heard the call from the Lich King and decided to seek him out. He gave himself to the Lich King who was
pleased with him. Kel'Thruzad was tasked with returning to Lordaeron and trying to convert people to joining his new religon
which worked. Whilst that was going on, the Lich King was unleashing cauldrons of the plague near Lordaeron. The new undead
army was named the Scourge.
The Alliance Splinters
The high cost of rebuilding Stormwind was having an effect on the kingdoms. Many were unhappy and began breaking away from the
Alliance. The High Elves had decided to go it alone, disliking the human leadership even though the humans had helped them out
when they really needed it. The Dwarves of Ironforge pledged their total loyalty.
The Scourge of Lordaeron, The Third War
The undead disease was unleashed upon the many human settlements. Prince Arthas Menethil of Lordaeron went to investigate. Fear
of what would happen affected him and he journeyed to Northrend to confront the Lich King. Against better judgement, he picked up
the cursed Runeblade Frostmourne and became a Death Knight. He did this because he thought it would save his people. Arthas
returned to Lordaeron and destroyed all that was left of the city.
Sunwell - Fall of Quel'Thalas
Arthas turned his attention to the Sunwell which he was told would raise Kel'Thuzad from the dead. The High Elves led by
Sylvannas Windrunner had put up a valiant fight but it was not good enough and they were all killed. The City of Silvermoon
was destroyed.
Archimonde's Return and the Flight to Azeroth
Arthas took the army to Dalaran where he obtained Medivh's spell book. With the spell book, he was able to summon Archimonde
who would lead the attack on Azeroth. Archimonde turned his attentions to the Night Elves as they were called and destroyed their
World Tree. Out of the chaos Medivh returned who tried to persuade both the Alliance and the Horde to work together. Neither
party agreed. Battle took place on Kalimdor now.
Battle for Mount Hyjal
Nestled in between Felwood and Moonglade is the locked off zone of Mount Hyjal. Eventually Medivh's powers of persuasions paid off,
the two groups, the Alliance and the Horde decided to work together to kill Archimonde. The battle took place on Mount Hyjal.
The battle can be played in one of the Cavern of Time raids. Archimonde, was eventually killed by the primal fury of the
World Tree.
The Betrayer Ascendant
Illidan Stormrage who had been encased in a prison many thousands of years ago was accidentally released during the battles that
raged through Kalimdor. Free, he wandered around for a while before being noticed by Kil'Jaeden. He offered the Elf untold
power if he killed the Lich King who was growing out of control. Illidan agreed. He went to Dalaran where he obtained a gem to
attack the Ice Citadel. He launched an attack on the Citadel and destroyed it. His captors from the Elf kingdom came and
prevented him from killing the Lich King. Fearful of reprisal from Kil'Jaeden, he escaped to Outlands and the Black Temple.
Rise of the Blood Elves
Prince Kael'thas Sunstrider returned to Silvermoon to see the devastation that the Scourge had caused for himself. He set out
to rebuild his nation. They renamed themselves the Sin'dorei meaning Children of the Blood. He sided with the Naga Queen
Lady Vashj and was seen as a traitor and cast out. He moved to the Outlands and joined with Illidan to plot against the Lich King.
The remaining High Elves refused to continue their friendship with the Alliance.
Civil War in the Plaguelands
Lady Sylvannas Windrunner led a civil war in the Plaguelands, breaking free of the powers of the Burning Legion. She took control
of Lordaeron and building an empire based underground. Arthas had to return back to Northrend.
The Lich King Triumphant
Arthas returned back to the Ice Citadel and killed Ner'Zhul, the current Lich King. He placed the helmet on his head and infused
both their bodies as one. Arthas became the new Lich King.
Old Hatred - Colonisaton of Kalimdor
Although victory was theirs, the Horde and the Alliance maintained an uneasy peace. The Orcs moved to Kalimdor, building their
city in Durotar and befriending the Taurens. The Alliance built a small city Theramore, in Dustwallow Marsh much to the annoyance of the
Hore. When a massive naval/army moved on the Orc city of Orgrimmar, the Alliance city of Theramore sided with the Orcs to
crush the threat. As a reward, the Alliance city was allowed to stay.
Condensed from the Official storyline, found here.
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