Lore
Burden, Struggle, Freedom: The Earthen
From Ulduar to Khaz Algar, the history of the Earthen is a story of struggle against Titan edicts. Each moment a step on the path to mortality.
Gerard Mc Auley
Researcher and Writer for Warcraft Content. Also one of the two hosts for the Lorewalking Podcast!
Lore
The Old Gods Are Dead
The trap is sprung. The Blood of the Old Gods. It feeds on our hate, anger, fear and pride. Every ounce fuels Xal’atath's crusade.
Lorewalking
Lorewalking: Void's Plan For Azeroth
"Every villain is the hero of their own story." Our villain, Xal'atath has designs for our Worldsoul. Between her and Zek'vir, something more is going on. Does Xal'atath fight for Dimensius, a yet-unknown master, or just herself? We think we've got answers. Or maybe we just have more questions.
Lore
The Secret To The Arathi Connection
The Light's story is due a violent crescendo. The fanatical Arathi Emperor and his army awaits, and we found out what kicked them off. And likely what they'll want from us.
Lore
Let's Talk About That Fish: The War Within's 'Deepest' Mystery
One little fishy sent us down a rabbit hole. Void speculation is on the menu - come along for the ride. Especially if you like Azshara.
Lorewalking
Lorewalking: Launch Day Lore Primer
A dozen or so hours of Lorewalking to guide you through launch. Starting with our new episode designed to prime you for your first while in The War Within!
Lorewalking
Lorewalking: Dalaran's Three Deaths
Dalaran has a dark & storied history. It's been destroyed more times than you might imagine, often delivering a magic object of doom into a villain's hands. Yet recently, as we've fought our greatest battles, it's been our home.
Lore
Our Too-Convenient Ally: Locus-Walker
He's cool, there's no doubt about that. And he's got enough presence to give even Xal'atath pause. But there's way, way too much he's not telling us.
Lore
Who Is Alleria Windrunner?
Alleria Windrunner is one of The War Within's main characters. But who is she really? We've put together a comprehensive breakdown of not just her lore, but her story - all the way from Warcraft 2.
Lorewalking
Lorewalking: Threads of Destiny
Welcome to a special edition of Lorewalking - cinematic reaction time! Threads of Destiny revealed a whole lot about Azj-Kahet before we arrive, and it may have even revealed something new about Xal'atath.
Lorewalking
Lorewalking: The New Nerubians
They're back! Our beloved creepy crawly spider people. The War Within's resurrection of the arachnid race is excellent, and to help you love them, here we are with a primer. Are these Nerubians related to the ones we know? Does the lore support them, and do they expand it?
Lorewalking
Lorewalking Pre-Patch Special: Azeroth's Radiant Echoes
Today, we take our magnifying glasses to the traumatic memories Azeroth is manifesting. Why's she thinking about Ragnaros? Why Onyxia, of all people? Why things that are otherwise footnotes, like Gordok, the Ogre King? We've figured it all out, so tune in and enjoy.