On the beach of the Broken Islands, when Illidan summoned the large group of deep-sea amphibious creatures Naga, and recognized their leader from them, it turned out to be his old friend whom he met ten thousand years ago... Ahem, wrong, it should be After getting to know Ms. Vashj, an old acquaintance, Vashj soon agreed to the alliance request with Illidan due to the will of both parties or other factors, and was willing to lead her Naga tribe to fight for Illidan Services.
Anyway, their tribe has nothing to do recently. In the deep sea, they have to sleep all day long. Providing some help to Illidan is also a good choice in her opinion. This was the excuse Vashqi used to convince herself. As for whether this was the case, only she knew.
So, after the communication was completed, Illidan and Vashj led the Nagas and deep-sea murlocs under her, and slowly walked towards the depths of the Tomb of Sargeras.
Along the way, they could easily see that this tomb was not originally a tomb.
Whether it is Illidan or Vashj, they can see the exquisite patterns carved on the surrounding columns and the charming carvings on the walls. Even the floors and ceilings are full of these exquisite carvings. Art pattern processing.
In fact, both of them knew that these were the styles of the old upper elf buildings... This was the city of Kaldorei back then. From these buildings and murals, the two of them seemed to vaguely see the glorious traces of the Kaldorei Empire back then...
This is still the outer layer of the cemetery. In the surrounding area, except for the slight noises made by their group of people when they move, the two of them have not found any guarding monsters or demons yet.
The two of them just walked in tandem, silently marching not far apart. If they ignored the group of ferocious Nagas and fishmen behind them, they seemed to have returned to the Kaldorei city of the past, the powerful Kadorei back then. In the Thunder Empire, at that time, they were like this, walking together in the splendid streets, enjoying the warm sunshine and the wonderful energy radiating from the Well of Eternity...
It's a pity that today, 10,000 years later, everything has changed. The ruins of the Kaldorei that are basically intact here are still so beautiful. And one of them turned into an evil demon, while the other was cursed and twisted into a monster in the deep sea...
"Lord Illidan, can I take the liberty to ask you, you have traveled thousands of miles to come here, cast a spell to wake us up, and then entered this place that seems to be dangerous. What do you want to do here? Or do you want to find someone? what?"
After remembering the glorious days of the Kaldorei Empire for a moment, and looking at Illidan who was leading the way, Vashj finally couldn't help but ask.
Looking at the surrounding ruins that originally belonged to the Kaldorei Empire, Vashj sighed inwardly.
She didn't know why, but she wanted to ask him this question. Maybe she couldn't stand the dull atmosphere at the moment? Or do you just want to have a few words with Illidan?
"It doesn't matter if I tell you, because... not long ago, after defeating another conspiracy of the Burning Legion and destroying Archimonde the Defiler, another great lord of their Burning Legion, that Kil Jaeden found me, and he asked me to come here and find an artifact called the Eye of Sargeras to help him deal with the Lich King called Ner'zhul."
Illidan directly told him where he came from in the cemetery. He did not hide it from Vashj, nor did he intend to hide it from her.
Because now this Vashchi is not only his friend from thousands of years ago, but also his only subordinate now. Basic trust is still necessary.
And... I don't know why, seeing Vashj next to him always makes Illidan feel that he has the same problem. Both of them have turned into strange looks different from the elves, which actually makes him unable to give birth to the slightest emotion. A deceitful heart.
"The Burning Legion? It's been ten thousand years, are they really back again..."
Vashki couldn't help but frown when she heard this familiar name again, and the snake hair on her head began to dance unconsciously. She had an inexplicable hatred for the Burning Legion!
It can be said that the destruction of their Kaldorei Empire, that they were sucked into the maelstrom and turned into the ugly appearance in front of them, all of this is inseparable from the Burning Legion! Or, it can even be said that it is all thanks to their Burning Legion!
"If I remember correctly, Lord Illidan, didn't you once swear to destroy the Burning Legion? It was you who found the artifact and reversed the portal, and drove the demons out of the world of Azeroth. So...why do you want to serve the Burning Legion now?"
Regarding this, Vashj expressed his confusion. Could it be that, after ten thousand years, Illidan's original intention has changed? Did he also succumb to the power of the Burning Legion?
Although, Vashj doesn't really care who Illidan is serving, she only cares that her allegiance is to Illidan, as long as the person she is loyal to is him, the rest is for Vashj now. , what’s the point? What could she hope for in this long and cursed life?
"You are wrong, Vashj. My determination to deal with the Burning Legion has never changed and will never change!"
Hearing Gas's words, Illidan paused, turned around, and looked at the poor lady who was almost as tall as himself and turned into a monster with a serious expression.
"Whether it was before or now, my determination to destroy the Burning Legion has always been firm! But now, the reason why I came to the Tomb of Sargeras is just to use each other with the devil."
Thinking of Kil'jaeden's terrifying strength, Illidan couldn't help but frown. He couldn't deal with such a despairingly powerful existence, so he could only choose to endure it for the time being.
This has nothing to do with right or wrong, it is just to achieve the ultimate goal!
"Haha... The demons are using me, so why am I not using them? Well, let's move on. Pay attention. There should be some guarding demons in front. I can already smell their stench. ."
After smiling a little, Illidan shook his head and reminded them to pay attention to their surroundings, then continued to turn around and start leading the way.
When Illidan began to absorb the power of the Skull of Gul'dan, he also absorbed the other party's knowledge and a lot of memories. Therefore, he knew the road to the Chamber of the Poisonous Eye and what would happen on this road. monster.
In the chamber of the Eye that Gul'dan failed to open, there was the ultimate goal of Illidan's operation - the Eye of Sargeras!
"What? Here is the tomb of the great demon lord, the evil titan Sargeras?"
After learning that this place was actually the tomb of Sargeras, the man who seduced the queen and fell, Vashj was shocked by the truth!
"In that case, wouldn't the big devil know about our conversation just now?"
Thinking of this, Vashchi's face began to look a little unnatural. She seemed to have asked something she shouldn't have just asked.
She knew that a powerful demon like Sargeras would definitely not be able to die easily, and just now, she had foolishly asked Illidan such a question... Then, wouldn't it mean that all the demons knew about Illidan? plans and intentions? Will this have any bad influence on him?
"Ha! You don't have to worry about these, Vashchi."
Illidan began to pick up the two Warglaives of Azzinoth in his hand. He had now seen that there were several demons lying in wait at the corner of the aisle in front.
This is really stupid. Don't they know that Illidan himself is the most powerful demon hunter? How could a demon hunter who specializes in fighting demons be attacked by a group of inferior demons?
"Whether it's Sargeras or Kil'jaeden, they actually know that I am full of hostility towards the Burning Legion. But, so what? As long as they think I can still be used, they will still give me power and even give me ideas. Everything they want! Even if I talk about destroying the Burning Legion every day, it will not shake their determination to use me to do things for them!"
"They have the power to make me despair, and they have the power to ignore everything as a source of confidence. Therefore, they don't care about my intentions at all. As long as I can complete the tasks assigned by them, they will give me what I need." The power, even if I use these powers to destroy them..."
Illidan knew that in front of the great lords of the Burning Legion, he was nothing more than an ant and a valuable insect that could be exploited!
Whether it was Sargeras or Kil'jaeden, how could they care what an ant thought? What they care more about is whether they can complete the tasks they assigned on time, that's all!
Just like this time, Kil'jaeden knew that during the War of the Ancients, he and the others tricked the Burning Legion once, causing their plan to conquer the world of Azeroth to fail; this time, they killed their Legion again. Several of his generals even caused Archimonde to be defeated on Mount Hyjal.
But, so what? As long as he still had value that could be exploited, after Archimonde was killed and no one was available, didn't Kil'jaeden find him and force him to complete the mission he promulgated?
"So that's how it is..."
After thinking about it, Vashqi still couldn't figure out what they or the demons were thinking. Could it be that they were in different positions, so their thoughts were different? She seems to have a hard time understanding...
"But, Lord Illidan, I still want to ask, why are you trying so hard to destroy the Burning Legion?"
Regarding this, Vashchi had actually wanted to ask for a long time. How could a demonic organization like the Burning Legion, which was not only powerful but also huge, be destroyed casually? Wouldn't Illidan choose a more reliable target?
"Why?"
Hearing Vashj's question, Illidan became a little silent.
"For the world of Azeroth, because I like this world, I live here..."
After pondering for a while, he gave this simple answer.
Yes, Illidan likes the world of Azeroth, and the Burning Legion wants to destroy this world, so Illidan will destroy the Burning Legion. It's that simple, so pure!
Even if he is misunderstood and spurned by his own people; even if he has been imprisoned for ten thousand years; even if he has been permanently expelled by his own people and his brother, his purpose has never changed in the slightest!
Illidan is different from others. The reason why he greedily and almost unscrupulously pursues stronger power, even if he is misunderstood by others, is that he is not doing it for the power itself, but for more power. Good to destroy the Burning Legion, that's all! For this purpose, he has never changed from beginning to end!
"You have paid so much, is it worth it? You know, the world of Azeroth is not yours alone..."
Vashj felt a little unfair for Illidan. He had sacrificed so much, but look at it now. What did he get in the end?
Not only did he transform himself into a demon, and be alone, but he also had to be hunted down by a group of night elf jailers called the Watchers? To the point where even if you want to enter the Tomb of Sargeras, you have to summon Nagas like yourself to ask for help?
"Ha! You are wrong, Vashchi. There is nothing worthy or unworthy. As long as I am willing, I will go on unswervingly in whatever I decide! As long as I am still alive, no one can let me Don’t waver even a little! No one can!”
After saying that, Illidan picked up the war blade in his hand, rushed forward with a wind step, and cut a small group of demon guards and several hellhounds who were ambushing around the corner into a pile of scattered pieces. of fragments.
Vashchi was a little surprised. She just stared blankly ahead at the figure fighting the demon.
Ha, as expected... you are still the Lord Illidan I knew back then... As long as something is decided, no matter whether it is right or wrong, there will always be a path to darkness... Just like you did to that Tyrande...
Alas... But, Illidan... it is precisely because of this that I chose to follow you...
So, let me see, how far can you go on this difficult road?
Sighing in her heart, Vashchi finally understood everything and felt relieved. She took out the bow and arrow that she had not used for a long time since she entered the deep sea. Then, she waved her hand and asked her men to We quickly speed up to catch up, not to be left too far behind by Illidan who has already started fighting more demons.
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Soon, with the help of Illidan's cursed vision of Sargeras and Gul'dan's memory, he, Vashj and the group of Naga murlocs easily entered the place where Gul'dan had not yet spent much effort. The Eye of the Poisonous Eye that could be entered was finally found, and the Eye of Sargeras that was stored here was found.
It is not so much an eye as it is a strange green gem with an eye rune pattern and exuding powerful evil power.
"Is this the Eye of Sargeras? It is indeed a very powerful artifact!"
Vashj was a little shocked as she looked at the green gem floating in the middle of the Chamber of Poisonous Eyes that was constantly emitting evil energy. She frowned and watched as Illidan stepped forward, grabbed it and cast a spell to gradually reduce it. Shrunk, and finally, the artifact was held in the palm of his hand.
"Yes, this is what I'm looking for!"
Illidan nodded with satisfaction after holding the Eye of Sargeras in his hand.
This thing indeed possesses terrifying power that he could not imagine. This is exactly what he needs! However, before leaving, he still needs to deal with another troublesome matter.
"Huh! Come out, Maiev, don't hide anymore, I have seen you."
Illidan held the Eye of Sargeras tightly with one hand, turning towards the door and snorting coldly. Now that he has obtained this artifact, coupled with the Nagas under his command, he is confident. All he needs to consider is how to deal with the opponent.
"Illidan, you stubborn villain! You are indeed here to look for these evil things again. However, this time, you will never run away. I will definitely capture you and keep you forever. Imprisoned in the dungeons of our Watchers!”
The night elf warden, Maiev Shadowsong, who was hidden in the mask and cloak of the fan of swords, walked out of the door. With a wave of her hand, a large number of Watcher troops began to pour out, instantly destroying this huge poison. The door to the Eye Room is tightly blocked. They want to catch a turtle in a jar so that the other party has nowhere to escape!
"Hmph! You are wrong, Maiev. In fact, it is not me who is stubborn, but you!"
"Even now, you are still so stupid and still can't see the essence of things clearly! You have been blinded by those ridiculous hatreds!"
Seeing Maiev appearing with a large number of troops, Illidan shook his head helplessly. He knew that this crazy woman would never let him go easily... It was time to understand this matter.
"It's just that it's too late for you to arrive now. When I assimilated with the power of Gul'dan's skull, I also got his memory: this Eye of Sargeras, it has power you can't imagine, this Power will allow me to conquer everything and destroy my enemies forever! (Burning Legion) And you will be the first victims of this power. This...even if you have locked me in a dark dungeon for many years The best reward!"
Although Illidan didn't want to kill Maiev, he didn't have much hatred for them, it was just the helplessness when he was misunderstood...
However, Illidan also knew that letting her chase after him was not an option, and his plan could not be ruined! Perhaps burying them here now is the best choice?
"Farewell, Maiev Shadowsong!"
As soon as he finished speaking, Illidan, who didn't want to be entangled anymore, activated the power of the Eye of Sargeras to collapse the ruins, and at the same time activated the teleportation magic to teleport himself and all the Naga murlocs under his command. Arriving outside on the Broken Islands.
Then, in Nuoda's tomb, only Maiev, who was gritting her teeth, and the Watcher troops who could only stare were left. At this time, they were looking at the top of their heads in horror and despair, looking at the rubble that was constantly being shaken. , this is a ruins cave that is about to collapse.
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In the spring of the 21st year of the Dark Portal of Azeroth, shortly after the defeat and death of the great demon polluter Archimonde, the Flame Alliance, no longer bound by the magic contract, finally launched a plan that had been prepared for a winter and half of the spring. An all-out war against the undead scourge.
There were nearly 200,000 elite Alliance troops and more than 100,000 strong civilians from the three tribes. Within one day, they crossed the Sodorir River, charged straight into the Western Plague Land, and were easily defeated. The undead natural disaster defense position across the river.
In just one day, the entire Western Plaguelands, whether it was Andorhal, the important place of the Undead Scourge, the Barov Family Castle on Lake Darrowmere, and the current Scholomance Academy, were all in the Flame Alliance. Under the powerful military front, it can be broken overnight!
"Okay, I'm afraid everyone knows the current battle situation. Now the entire Western Plaguelands is nothing more than Andorhal and the former Barov family's castle, and there are still a large number of undead. As for the rest, place is not worth mentioning!”
After breaking through the undead's defense line of the Sodoril River, the Flame Alliance began to set up the first forward camp of their alliance at the Geron Farm.
After all, this is a large-scale battle of the Grand Army, and marching is no joke! Therefore, they must proceed step by step. It is still necessary to establish a large camp as a bridgehead and advance base. They won't be like the fire elements back then, letting their massive armies run all over the map like sheep!
Now, under the command and arrangement of Lordaeron Grand Marshal Garithos, the Flame Alliance army began to advance step by step in an orderly manner. According to his plan, in less than a month, they would be able to push the camp step by step to the royal city of Lordaeron. In the face of absolute strength, there would not be many setbacks.
"So, our plan now is to detach a part of the Fire Eagle and Dragon Eagle shooters and Lordaeron's first elite infantry regiment, take a boat south across Lake Darrowmere, and directly capture or destroy the Barov family's castle. !”
"Then, at the same time, send most of the elite Knights of the Silver Hand and some of the Griffin Knights from Eagle's Nest Mountain to quickly go north and directly defeat the undead on the road to rush to Hearthglen! If they can persist until now, there must be many survivors. By!"
Grand Marshal Garithus used a baton to point to the Barov Family Castle on the sand table and the direction of Hearthglen in the north. These two places have been initially investigated, and there are not too many undead. I believe that the small number of undead they have divided is enough to deal with those undead.
"Finally, our remaining main force will go directly west to capture Andorhal as quickly as possible, and then send a small number of troops south to establish a camp on the main road leading to the Hillsbrad Hills and block it. The way for the demons and undead from the south to go north, ensure the safety of the rear of the Western Plaguelands!"
"After the Knights of the Silver Hand return and capture the Barov family castle, we will repair in Andorhal for a few days, and then we can go directly to the west, invade Tirisfal Glades and march to Lordan. Under the City of Lun!"
In the big tent, Generalissimo Garithos was making final arrangements for the battle.
Everything seems to be in order, there are no tricks, and there are no tricks. This is a large-scale battle! All that matters is real push, push again!
At this point, there is not much strategy to speak of. The strength of both sides has been clearly stated. Attack wherever there are undead, occupy any important place, and then just push forward.
"Look, is there anything else you need to add?"
Anyway, the Flame Alliance is now strong and clearly bullies the undead and demons. Of course, Garithos directly chooses important combat areas and attack and annihilation targets. Everything is based on the main principle of annihilating the enemy's living strength. He first concentrates his forces to annihilate the undead natural disasters and demons left behind. The important strongholds, and then the remaining scattered ones can be handed over to the troops left behind to slowly clear them up.
"Okay, I think there's no problem, then let's do it!"
The dwarf leader Falstad thought for a while and finally nodded. Although he and Garithos had some personal conflicts, he still agreed to the other party's arrangement. Everything seemed to be quite satisfactory and steady. It seemed that there was nothing wrong with it. So, that was it. He didn't bother to think too much.
"I have a question. There are a lot of undead in Andorhal. How should we attack? If we attack without authorization and go into street fighting, there may be a lot of casualties."
Sylvanas, dressed in an exquisite ranger outfit and carrying a bow and quiver, finally spoke. As the current king of the high elves of Quel'Thalas, and as a former ranger general, she has the ability to protect herself. Of course, she will not miss such a battle.
She has extensive experience fighting undead natural disasters. She knows that in that overwhelming sea of undead, no matter how elite your troops are, they can tire you to death and then tear you alive. Fragments! If the coalition forces rashly invade Andorhal, where there are still more than 100,000 undead, the losses will definitely be huge!
"You don't have to worry too much about this. The Flame Legion will be responsible for the main attack on Andorhal. They will directly and completely burn the city... And we humans, elves and dwarves, only need to provide some necessary assistance outside."
After General Garithos nodded to the Elf Queen, he quickly came up with his own battle plan.
In fact, for Andorhal, a large human town and an important land transportation hub connecting the three places, Garithos was reluctant to be destroyed like this.
He also knew the combat power of the Fire Elemental Legion very clearly. Stratholme at that time was the best example. Once the fire elemental army is allowed to invade Andorhal, this large city will probably be burned to the ground by them.
However, there is no better way now. Compared with this heavily polluted city, Garithos is more concerned about preserving the strength of the coalition. After all, there will be a big battle in Tirisfal Glades next, and he is not willing to fight in it. It's the Plague Land that consumes too many troops.
"This plan is feasible, and we in Quel'Thalas have no objections now!"
Several high elf ranger lords and ranger generals discussed with each other, and after looking at the map and discussing with their own Queen Sylvanas for a while, they also nodded in agreement. This plan is quite satisfactory, and they can't find any faults. In the face of absolute strength, it should be so steady and steady.
"You people are really troublesome! Just follow what I said and just attack them in a swarm? Oh! Forget it, I don't care about you anymore, you can just figure it out for yourself. I want to go back and take a nap first!"
Seeing these people fighting and discussing in such a long way for a long time, little Annie became a little impatient.
If she had her way, she would just release all the fire elemental armies and let them hit wherever they go, and burn them wherever they hit!
Just like the last Battle of Stratholme she launched, the fire elements rushed out in a swarm and burned the entire northern part of the Eastern Plaguelands. Then, at the end, they could just slowly gather their troops and come back. ? It's so easy and simple. Wasn't she so big and beautiful last time? Stratholme was captured by her and turned into the City of Fire!
"..."
After a group of people watched little Annie leave angrily, the corners of their mouths twitched unconsciously. Fortunately, the commander in charge of the specific operations this time was Garithos, the Grand Marshal of the Kingdom of Lordaeron, not the Flame Queen.
Otherwise, we don’t know what big trouble she is going to cause! If it's a fire element, maybe you can really fight it. After all, their characteristics and powerful strength are there, and you don't have to worry about eating, drinking, and defecation.
However, the armies of the other three tribes cannot do this. They have to pay attention to the cooperation between the legions. Marching and fighting must combine work and rest. When can you rest, when should you fight, and when do you need to march? This is all a university question. !
These things require the coordination and command of a senior commander, which is why the alliance army selected Garithos as the commander-in-chief this time. After all, he is probably the only one who has experience in commanding a large army. With the current large-scale army and civilians totaling more than 300,000, apart from the undead and the previous temporary alliance of Kalimdor, I am afraid that only the Flame Alliance can handle it.
Fortunately, they tried their best to win over Garithos to serve as commander-in-chief. Otherwise, if this little girl was allowed to mess around, we still don’t know what kind of chaos would happen!
They can even imagine that if she is really allowed to mess around, it is estimated that except for her fire elemental legion, the other elite legions of the three tribes will probably be crushed by this Queen Anne and will begin to collapse before the fight begins. Already? In that case, the Flame Alliance will really make a big joke...
