World of Warcraftjust showed off an amazing new lore video detailing the backstory of the Lich King in anticipation ofWrath of the Lich King Classic. The shortWorld of Warcraftvideo was narrated by Laura Bailey, the voice actress for Jaina Proudmoore.
Wrath of the Lich Kingwas one of the most beloved expansion packs inWorld of Warcraft’slong history. The expansion wraps up many plot threads begun duringWarcraft 3and theFrozen Throneexpansion.World of Warcraft Classic’s return to the vaunted expansion is imminent, giving players another chance to relive the historic period ofWoWhistory.
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While the video doesnot introduce anythingWarcraftlore hounds didn’t already know, it is wonderfully-presented all the same. In addition to being a major character in her own right, Jaina Proudmoore shares an intimate history with Arthas, making her the perfect narrator for the video. Rendered in the same art style as the beloved pre-expansion Warbringers, Harbingers, and Afterlives shorts, the Lich King lore video is a great place for newer fans to catch up on the story of the iconic villain, and old ones to refresh their memory.
Laura Bailey herself is an incredibly talented actresswho has voiced Jaina sinceWorld of Warcraftfirst launched. Known for her roles across hundreds of games and shows, fans may also recognize her as Abby fromThe Last of Us Part 2, Black Widow across Marvel game titles, and one of the key players ofCritical Role. Bailey is also an accomplished singer, as she proved in the Jaina Warbringers short duringBattle for Azeroth.
Players adored the newWorld of Warcraftlore short. Though moremodernWorld of Warcraftexpansionshave been received with mixed reviews,Wrath of the Lich Kingrepresented the height of the series for many. This video reminded them of those days, and of their favorite villain inWorld of Warcraft, the Lich King. These players hopeWorld of Warcraftreleases more videos in this fashion for some of their other favorite heroes and villains.
World of Warcraftis currently developingDragonflight, its next expansion pack. Many hopeWorld of Warcraftreleases another series of Warbringers-like animated shorts forDragonflightas it has for every expansion sinceWarlords of Draenor. Though it has not released any information on these videos,Dragonflightis scheduled to release before the end of the year. If these videos are coming,World of Warcraftplayers will likely hear about them soon.
World of Warcraftis available on PC.Wrath of the Lich King Classiclaunches September 26.
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