Lore Watch Podcast

Sam Kieth's impact and legacy in comics

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:45:00 GMT

Comic book artist Sam Kieth passed away earlier this month as a result of Lewy Body dementia, so our Lore Watch Podcast team wanted to take an episode to talk about his impact on the genre and pop culture as a whole. Both Sam Kieth's art style and plotlines shaped comics as we moved into a more grimdark take on the old heroes. Sam's comic The Maxx put him on the map, and his collaboration with now-notorious Neil Gaiman on The Sandman clinched his place in the pantheon of early 90s comics creators. And that was just the start of his career, which included a turn writing Batman, and later included a crossover with The Maxx as one of his final projects.

Because Sam Kieth's comics deal with some heavy topics, this episode comes with a content warning for topics ranging from murder and gore to dissociative identity disorder and sexual assault. While we don't linger on these topics in-depth, they are present as a part of the discussion.

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The story of dragons in World of Warcraft

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:45:00 GMT

Joe, Matt, and Eric sat down this week to discuss the dragons of World of Warcraft, starting with their origins as proto-dragons, and all the way up through more modern politics. With many thanks for the great questions, we start off with proto-dragons: why do they call themselves that? Seems like they might call themselves "dragons" and come up with something new for those long-armed fellows. But then, this leads into the next question, because the past of the proto-dragons was described largely with Malygos as the narrator. This was written by Richard Knaak, so there's a lengthy bit of discussion on his turn at the writer's desk. But then, Alexstrasza winds up being the leader of the Dragonflights. So, what happened there?

Then, speaking of diplomacy and jockeying for power, how are Lordaeron and Gilneas doing now? Calia is on the new Forsaken council, and Genn has sort of retired and let Tess lead the way, so how are the relations there going to shake out as we move forward into the future?

If you want even more background story, we also have a guide to every Warcraft book in chronological order (for those of you who prefer reading that way).

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The Loa of Side Quests, and more Midnight lore

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 15:45:00 GMT

This week Joe and Eric were joined by Liz, and it was a great opportunity to begin discussing the abundance of Loa we've had in Midnight so far. Our cohosts discussed some of the ins and outs of becoming a Loa, and talked about what they thought they might be the Loa of one day, since none of them were nepo babied into the situation. After that they moved into Harandar and its relationship to the Emerald Dream, and how that figures in to the Rift of Aln and the World Soul.

Then, they wrapped up with a discussion on revamped zones, and which ones we'd like to see in the future. While Northrend is in the offing, our hosts have some ideas on other zones they'd like to see updated. Personally, I'm rooting for the Exodar.

If you want even more background story, we also have a guide to every Warcraft book in chronological order (for those of you who prefer reading that way).

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From the Naaru and the Titans to WoW TTRPG, we answer your questions

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 16:45:00 GMT

We love answering your questions, especially when it lets us don our tinfoil hat. Our first question this week was relatively straightforward: If you were to run a WoW TTRPG for a Horde campaign and an Alliance campaign, what would it be? With three hosts, there were six varied answers. We move from there to conflict among the Titans, and why some all-powerful beings might clash. Speaking of all-powerful, then we talk about the counterplay of the Light and the Void -- and the Naaru. Part of it is how the two forces interact, based on some of the earlier vignettes from the first few expansions of WoW. And how do all those forces relate to another magic force we've seen coursing inherently through all creatures through a few different expansions: Anima?

It is a tin foil hat good time on this week's Lore Watch.

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Neuromancer: the novel and its far reaching sci-fi influence

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:45:00 GMT

This week our usual crew of Joe, Matt, and Eric was joined by Liz to discuss William Gibson's novel Neuromancer. This 1984 novel was foundational to the cyberpunk genre in many ways, from establishing the grittiness of the setting all the way down to shaping the way this genre looks and feels across different types of media. The crew discuss themes through Neuromancer which are also inherent through a lot of cyberpunk media now, like the idea of what makes a person, and whether an AI could ever have personhood. They also discuss how older tech can affect our modern reading of futuristic media -- if you've never seen a payphone, you probably have no idea how eerie a bank of them ringing all at once would be, but then Gibson would have no way of knowing where payphone tech ended up today.

It's a great conversation on a foundational work of sci-fi, and if you haven't picked it up, Joe has some suggestions as to where to get it online while still benefitting your local book store.

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Who was the High Elf Xal'atath is piloting, and more weird body questions

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 16:45:00 GMT

We thank our listeners and patrons for giving us another round of great questions, which we summarily answered and used as a diving board directly into the deep end of tin foil hat theories and speculation. First, who was the elf Xal'atath is currently using for a body? While we do have a pithy answer to this identity courtesy of a particular quest line, there's also a broader lore implication in terms of who this poor erstwhile High Elf once was. Another listener wanted to know what kind of humanoid form Azeroth will have, and specifically suggests it may be a Troll. Trolls were one of the progenitor races of Azeroth, so is it possible they were formed in her likeness? This leads us into a discussion of the races of Azeroth and how they may have evolved over the centuries -- and who may have been pressing a thumb on that evolutionary scale.

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Influences in WoW, from music to Arthurian legend

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 05:54:19 GMT

Our readers dutifully sent in questions, and our three hosts -- Joe, Matt, and Eric -- gave them all the answers they could want, and more. They start off with a discussion on the music of WoW, spurred by the inclusion of Player Housing decor, and how Taurens all got drums. It evolves from there, to discuss how the themes present within in-game music mirror real life music characteristics. Then, they pivot to more Void vs Light in a continuation from last week, and how those forces might shape both the world we play in, and Anduin and how his characterization may continue forward. The last question involves the discussion of source influences on WoW, from Arthurian Legend through Tolkien, and then we come back to music. However, now the topic is basically the soundtrack to Stranger Things.

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The Old Gods, the Void, and a prize to be won

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 16:45:00 GMT

Our listeners had a lot of questions for the Lore Watch crew this week, and they all center on Midnight, specifically the role of the Void and Old Gods. Is there another forgotten Old God waiting in the wings? Will all the Old Gods come back to wreak havoc during The Last Titan?

Perhaps most tantalizingly in light of the events to come, with all this Void power at her command, what exactly is the prize Xal'atath is here to seek?

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What you need to know about the story of The War Within before Midnight

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 16:45:00 GMT

As we make our way into the Midnight prepatch and beyond, Matt, Joe, and Eric take the opportunity to recap the lore of The War Within. In case you missed it -- or maybe missed some of the signs leading up to it, or through it -- we have the story. It starts with a literal bang, and the destruction of Dalaran. The implications of that, from how it affects the plot all the way to how it affects the way the writers can shape the story forward, set the stage for all the The War Within, and perhaps beyond as we make our way back into Silvermoon City in Midnight, and then Northrend in The Last Titan. We'll talk about the hijinks of Xal'atath, and why the heck we ended up in Undermine, anyway.

All those detours and more on this episode of Lore Watch!

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The Blood Ties that bind: Discussing the latest WoW novel

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 16:45:00 GMT

This week Joe is joined by our writer Eric O'Dea to discuss Blood Ties, the newest WoW novel. The events of Blood Tieshappen between the end of The War Within but just before Midnight -- basically when we are right now. As such, there will be spoilers for both Blood Ties and a little bit of what we know happens in Midnight.

Joe and Eric point out various details they found particularly effective, and things they wished we had more of in other contexts. A fun little dinner party with lots of expository dialogue is a treat, for instance. But there's a lot of ground to cover, and Eric and Joe have a lot to say!

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Connections between the Light and the Titans

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 17:00:00 GMT

This week Joe and Matt are answering another listener question, this time concerning Paladins, and how they serve as an intersection between the divine Light, and the Titans who shaped Azeroth. As you might imagine, the answer will span the cosmos, and go completely off the rails in the process. Paladins in particular serve as a mash-up between some Light power and Titanic power -- does that mean a Titan of the Void could occur? There's a lot of ground to cover, some of which will take us into Midnight and what may happen as we start to make our way toward the final act of this trilogy.

But you can count on one thing: an Odyn mention means he gets called a jerk again. We don't make the rules.

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Icewind Dale: The D&D region that launched a thousand Drizzts

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 16:45:00 GMT

This week by special listener request, Matt and Joe are delving into Icewind Dale -- perhaps literally, because it involves the iconic character Drizzt Do'Urden, the Drow Ranger. Icewind Dale began simply as a region in Dungeons and Dragons, and then became the title of a series of three novels penned by R. A. Salvatore, with the first published in 1988 and the last in 1990, and then a video game in 2000 set in the region. As such, there is a ton of lore to discuss, including its roots, which begin -- like almost every work in modern fantasy fiction -- back with Tolkien, and its use as a setting in D&D. Join us as we discuss one of the most beloved series in the D&D oeuvre.

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Santa Doctor Doom, and other comics crossovers

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 16:45:00 GMT

Because it's Christmas, and on Christmas you get a little treat, Joe and Matt are discussing all the ways crossovers are used in comics. From KISS to that one time Doctor Doom was Santa, to more mundane crossovers, adding a different set of characters to an existing comic can add new life to a stale plot. This episode has it all, from Archie to Transformers, perhaps both at the same time, and maybe in the Spiderverse. The sky's the limit when it comes to mashing up pop culture!

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Diablo Paladins, a history

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 16:45:00 GMT

Since Paladins were announced as the next class to join the roster in Diablo 4 in its next expansion Lord of Hatred -- and already playable with preorder -- Matt and Joe sat down this week to chat about both, but mostly Paladins and their history within the franchise. First, they dive into the place of Paladins within the franchise as contrasted by other classes. Blizzard seems to be cribbing heavily from Diablo 2, with almost all the classes from that game now available in D4. They touch on Paladins from D2, their famous fall, and how that led to the Crusaders from Diablo 3.

The story we see in the cinematic also has our Paladin facing off against Mephisto while he inhabits Akarat's body, which he possessed at the end of the previous expansion, Vessel of Hatred. Akarat being one of the founders of the faith the Paladin belongs to, this is a deeply interesting contrast -- as well as a personal religious crisis in the making.

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The lore of The Outer Worlds

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 16:45:00 GMT

In this birthday episode of Lore Watch, Joe gave Matt a gift, and let Matt talk about whatever called to him -- and that was the lore of The Outer Worlds. They discussed everyone's favorite Gilded Age throwback with minimal spoilers, talking about how the world itself is setup and constructed in this alternate version of earth. In this version of history, the robber baron tycoons who brought you public works like Carnegie Hall and Rockefeller Center so they wouldn't be guillotined felt as though they wouldn't have to do such a thing -- McKinley wasn't shot by an anarchist, and thus his Vice President Teddy Roosevelt, who was known for rooting out corruption in the NYPD, just stayed Vice President. As such, inequality remained rampant and worsened, while that Gilded Age aesthetic continued to reign supreme.

Led by Matt, they discuss how that has affected the world of The Outer Worlds, from the job market to the cuisine. They run down some of the more significant characters and their roles within that world. And of course, there are diversions galore, from Futurama to Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Though, we're thinking the oompa loompas probably know a thing or two about working a crummy job at unfair wages.

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The cherished history of the troll raid

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 16:45:00 GMT

Our listeners wanted to know about the legacy of the Troll raid. We've been killing those poor saps a lot -- just about every expansion in either raid or dungeon form, in fact, to the extent that "the Troll raid" is almost a meme. Midnight may be bringing us another chance to murder a whole bunch more Trolls, with rumors swirling about islands off the coast near Zul'Aman -- which, incidentally, was the Troll raid for The Burning Crusade.

We start off with a brief recap of the myriad of times in the past when we defeated one branch of trolls or another in a variety of settings. Of course, with such a broad topic, the rabbit hole goes deep. Matt and Joe discuss the Loa, notable troll heroes like Zul'jin, and the future of Trollkind. Since we're going into Midnight without a Troll raid as such, they also speculate a little on how it could come to pass before the expansion is out.

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Ethereals, Class Quests, and more

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 16:45:00 GMT

This week we have four listener questions answered by our lore experts Joe and Matt. First, they discuss the Ethereals and what their timeline is in relation to the timeline on Azeroth. Has this race existed for years, decades, milennia -- or something different entirely. They pivoted to the dragons and their aspects, and how choice figures in. Chromie, for one, clearly got some element of choice in how she appears in her bipedal form. How might other dragons choose, and how might new discoveries change what they choose? Is Alexstrasza going to become a Kul Tiran? Then, we pivot a third time to the old-school class quests like the Paladin's Charger questline and how they tied in to the class fantasy of the player, plus how they might be brought back in the future. Finally, we pivot once more, back to where we started, with Ethereals. This time you asked about Ve'nari and her secretive nature. The Ecodomes hardly seem nefarious or easily sabotaged -- why did she keep them a secret from us?

You ask us questions and we luckily have some loremasters on hand to explain the answers. If it were just me you'd be listening to hold music while I frantically scanned through everything in our Warcraft in print guide looking for something approaching an answer. Hope you like the muzak version of Careless Whisper!

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A casual discussion about Blood Elves

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 16:45:00 GMT

As we make our way toward Midnight, Joe and Matt are making sure we know what we need to before the expansion launches. Chief among those things is the lore of Blood Elves. It starts with the Highborne and the schism between Night Elves and High Elves, which eventually led to the Blood Elves and the creation of the Sunwell.

But ancient history isn't all. Joe and Matt also discuss some of the notable figures in Blood Elf society that are important to know. Lady Liadrin and Lor'themar were in the Midnight cinematic, and the Windrunner sisters are a trio to rival the Schuylers -- with their own "and Peggy" in Vereesa -- but there are tons of characters who have had their fingers on the scale of Blood Elf nobility to discuss. From Azshara all the way to Xavius, and with the entire Scourge in the mix, the history of Blood Elves is twisty and fascinating -- and a little hard to remember. So let Joe and Matt guide you through what you need to know before Midnight.

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Deep, cosmic questions from the Diablo and WoW universes

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 16:45:00 GMT

Because we aren't all constantly filled with existential dread, Joe and Matt are answering some deep questions asked by some of our listeners. The first concerns the afterlife in Diablo, namely where we all go when we die. Heaven and Hell aren't really in keeping with our religious afterlife paradigm, after all. Then, they're asked about what the moon or sun is, really, in WoW. This one is a little less harrowing, since we see lots of things like magic derived from these celestial bodies, and some of them are characters in their own right. There are also other solar systems in other planes to worry about, and what all these celestial bodies working in concert might mean for the fabric of reality.

And now we have to go lie on the floor and think about why the sky is blue, what dogs dream about, and what makes us humans. It's fine.

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The Sunwell: its origins, its past, and its parallels

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 16:45:00 GMT

As we head into Midnight, we know this act begins with a direct assault on the Sunwell. But what is the Sunwell? Our Loremasters Joe and Matt discuss the history of Xal'atath's next target. The Sunwell isn't even the only well of power to be found on Azeroth -- they discuss the Well of Eternity, and the Nightwell, too.

This isn't the first time the Sunwell has been directly assaulted -- and hopefully, it won't be the last, if our champions have anything to say about it. (Which is to say that hopefully it will be around to be attacked again in the future.)

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Multimedia influences on World of Warcraft

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 15:45:00 GMT

In the first of three questions we answered this week, a listener wanted to know some of the influences our hosts Joe and Matt see in WoW from literature, movies, and myth, and they talked about a slew of varied media, from 60s sci-fi (no, not that one, though yes, that one) through comics. There are a lot of cultural touchstones and homages to explore in WoW. They also sort of explored the opposite with a different question, discussing which idea or technology they'd bring from real life into WoW. That one is a bit tricky to answer, because in most fantasy the answer is obviously "a gun," but WoW has those already.

Plus, if you could bring back any character in WoW from the dead, which one would you pick and why? Everyone who didn't immediately say Tiffin Wrynn, I'm not mad, just disappointed.

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The lore of Vampire: The Masquerade

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 15:45:00 GMT

Matt and Joe sit down this week to discuss Vampire: The Masquerade: its lore, some of the source material that inspired it, and how it rippled vampires forward in pop culture. They break down what you need to know about the history of vampires in this setting, which goes back almost to the beginning of humans, so there's kind of a lot to discuss. Clans are the core concept to be aware of, as the demi-families Vampires belong to with certain shared traits. They also have Sects, which are political affiliations, adding to the mess of machinations that make up the Masquerade.

There is ton to discuss, just from the sourcebooks, let alone the novels and video games. So let Matt and Joe get you up to speed before you play Vampire: The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 which comes out this week.

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Even more stories we'd like to explore through Lorewalking

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 15:45:00 GMT

Now that we've seen Lorewalking a bit, a listener asks the Lore Watch team what other events in Azeroth's history we should get to go visit through that system. While the listener suggests the War of the Three Hammers -- which Joe and Matt are on board with -- the response runs the gamut of Azeroth's history, from ancient events to a couple from WoW we just weren't there to see, all the way back to the creation of Azeroth herself. They ran through events with dizzying speed, some of which are well known to us, and others which are mostly only known to the loremasters among us.

Or maybe we should kill Arthas another time, that would be fun, too.

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Is Dimensius the last of the Void Lords (and what does that mean for The Last Titan?)

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 15:45:00 GMT

The ultimate fight of The War Within, Dimensius is a hulking purple Void Lord, and several developer interviews have led us to believe he may be the last one. Or, at least, that's what two of our listeners asked about -- is he the last Void Lord? And if he is, what does that even mean? So Matt and Joe start off explaining the Void and Void Lords a bit, before making a turn -- in the way only Lore Watch can. If Dimensius is the last Void Lord, which weren't not sold on, what does that mean as we make our way toward the final expansion of the arc, which we already know is The Last Titan? Seems a bit convenient to have a whole bunch of "lasts" in one place, doesn't it.

And what might happen if the last Void Lord and the last Titan meet?

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What the elf expansion of our dreams would be

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 15:45:00 GMT

This week we're having a throwback episode from the Archives. Over a hundred episodes ago, Matt and Joe discussed what they would like to see from an elf-centric expansion, which is more or less coming to fruition with Midnight. They begin by talking about the lore behind elves in general, their historical origins as an offshoot of the Trolls, through the Night Elf schism with the High Elves, then Blood Elves, and then everything that transpired from their various splinter factions. Their vision of a elf-centric expansion definitely includes a bit more unity for those factions -- but they're not sold on the idea of a happily ever after. Not for everyone, at least.

This dive into the Archives is both priming and prediction for Midnight.

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Is it finally time for Forsaken Paladins?

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 15:45:00 GMT

The topic of Forsaken Paladins is the meat in a three listener question sandwich this week. We start off with the idea of corruption, and just how the Old Gods managed to bend the kobolds eating Milly Osgood's grapes in Elwynn Forest to their will, being that they're generally not all that geographically adjacent. Besides which -- kobolds? Really? Then, the Forsaken Paladin discussion, which dives all the way back into a history lesson on how Paladins came to be in the first place. Lastly, why hasn't Lor'themar stepped up and become king of the Blood Elves already? It's been like 15 years since Kael'thas croaked twice in one expansion, dude, I don't think you're reagent-ing anymore. But why hasn't he made that formality a reality?

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What does the Void fear?

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 15:45:00 GMT

This week's show is devoted to two listener questions. The first asks what the Void fears, in reference to a line from our old pal Ve'nari who asserts that she knows what it is -- but doesn't let us in on the secret. Can Matt and Joe unravel the mystery posed by our Broker friend? They go down some twisting paths to discuss their way to the answer, including a lot of discussion of all the elves on Azeroth. Then, more Midnight discussion that goes into what we may see from magic (in a broad sense) as we go forward even further to The Last Titan.

Matt and Joe are firmly anti the suggestion that perhaps we could move Zereth Mortis the same way as the Kirin Tor have been tooling around in Dalaran. They're pretty sure something about it is load bearing, but there isn't even OSHA on Azeroth, and if you know a guy willing to take a few risks... well, maybe there's a reason Brann is getting replaced?

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How "Satanic Panic" changed media in the 80s, with ripple effects to today

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 15:45:00 GMT

Most people think of the 80s as a simple time full of big hair and scrunchies, but those of us who were into Dungeons and Dragons will remember the Satanic Panic, a period of time when parents were terrified that every piece of media was making their children evil. Our hosts Matt and Joe take a walk through a history they remember quite well, drawing from their own experiences as kids trying to get into D&D and comics.

A listener asked about the history and influence of the Satanic Panic, so Joe and Matt were more than happy to talk smack about Tipper Gore for an hour.

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Just a few of the breadcrumbs leading us to Midnight

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 15:45:00 GMT

Lore Watch this week explores three questions sent in by our listeners, all ending in answers we may see as we go forward into Midnight. First, they talk about the different types of magic -- specifically that Warlock magic stems from the Titans -- and why that knowledge didn't knock the socks clean off the Kirin Tor. Or maybe Xal'atath literally knocking those socks off also knocked some sense into them, and that's where we'll see them in Midnight. Then, we turn to the cry of Azeroth we saw in the teaser trailer for The War Within -- where did Anduin and Thrall go, by the way? Did everyone really hear the cries of Azeroth, or was that something else? Finally, on a scale from one to ten, just how elfy an expansion is Midnight going to be? Because we suspect pretty elfy (and when we say "pretty elfy" we're not just talking about Kael'thas).

As always, the answers to the questions posed lead to some interesting places.

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The weird similarities shared by the Kirin Tor and the Jedi Order

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 15:45:00 GMT

With the rigidity of the structure of the Kirin Tor and the Jedi Order, and their propensity for keeping secrets about power -- and sometimes that power for themselves -- there are a ton of parallels between these two organizations. Our hosts Matt and Joe dive deep into both the World of Warcraft universe and the Star Wars universe in order to compare and contrast the master light side wielders of the force and the best mages in Azeroth.

While this doesn't imply that, for instance, Rhonin is a Jedi, it doesn't not imply it, either.

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What K’aresh might have to show us about the coming Midnight

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 16:00:33 GMT

While we’re all excited about the new trailer for Midnight from gamescom, Matt and Joe took this opportunity to discuss what narrative threads we may see in Midnight as a whole. They recap some of our adventures on K’aresh, discuss the order of what might be coming, plus what the nature of the energy-based Ethereals have to do with Azeroth. It’s a multi-faceted lore deep dive on the story up to now, and some conjecture as to what we may see in the future as a result.

And we’d just like to disclaim that Matt and Joe recorded this on August 18, with absolutely no knowledge from the gamescom trailer. Just a lot of lore in their heads.

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Jurassic World, and all the dinosaurs InGen made up along the way

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 15:45:00 GMT

This week's Lore Watch Podcast is just as majestic as the last, with even more discussion of the lore of Jurassic Park. This time, Joe, Matt, and special guest Eric O'Dea discuss the second set of Jurassic media, starting with Jurassic World. They give a rundown of the plots of the newer movies, then move into analysis. While scientific hubris clearly has its role to play, perhaps the true villain here is capitalism. But whatever the allegory or moral, I think we can all agree that dinosaurs are cool -- especially the ones InGen (or now, Masrani Global) made up along the way.

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Welcome to Jurassic Park: how it kicked off a cultural phenomenon

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 15:45:00 GMT

This week, Matt, Joe, and special guest Eric O'Dea dove into one of the most influential series for the 90s kids in the audience: Jurassic Park. From Michael Crichton's groundbreaking novels to the movies, dinosaurs were inescapable -- pun intended. Our hosts discuss the first few works in the series, how the books and movies differed, and just how wrong the science was. Jurassic Park influenced a generation of kids to be really into that dino DNA and spawned a ton of our favorite memes.

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Answering listener questions from around the World of Warcraft

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 15:45:00 GMT

This week's Lore Watch Podcast featured three different listener questions, answered by our intrepid hosts Matt and Joe. First, they delved into some pop culture references in WoW, specifically focusing on Final Fantasy (or possibly He-Man). The second question talks Quilboar and the Scourge -- what did the Scourge get out of working with the Quilboar anyway? Finally, we go cosmic with a question about the Titans, and what force the baby Titan Azeroth might control when she grows up.

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Void Demon Hunters and other magical mixups

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 15:45:00 GMT

This week's podcast features three different reader questions shoved into one podcast trenchcoat. First up, would it be possible to see a Void version of Demon Hunters, considering what we know now about Void as a magic source? Which of course, raises the question of, say, Light Demon Hunters or Arcane Demon Hunters. Then, we try to shove magic sources together, like Deathwing's Shadowflame (and why does this always seem to be a villainous move?). Lastly, game mechanics: do we like it when they're also a narrative device, like book characters popping a hearthstone, or does it break us out of the immersion of the story?

Note: there are spoilers for the upcoming storyline involving Xal'atath in patch 11.2.

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Storytelling in TTRPGs

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 15:45:00 GMT

Our hosts Joe and Matt were joined by frequent guest and DM for our Tavern Watch podcast, Phil Ulrich. Together they explored the storytelling aspect of TTRPGs. While they do enjoy the aspect of "math rocks go brrrr" TTRPGs bring to the table, the ability to tell a story collaboratively makes it more appealing to them than a typical game like Catan or Monopoly, though certainly both those games have their own stories to tell. We recount some of our favorite story beats from our own gameplay over the years, and discuss what using different systems like Daggerheart versus Pathfinder can lend to an epic adventure -- and an epic story.

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Fragments of worlds and world souls

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 15:45:00 GMT

Two listener questions form bookends to an overarching concept this week on the Lore Watch Podcast. First, what is happening to Outland as it is now, 20 years after we visited? Is it still crumbling as it was, and what is becoming of the people and creatures still living there? Then, continuing on the theme, the next question asks, what if Azeroth's fate -- after burrowing Old Gods and Titan stabbing and 20 years of varied psychic abuse -- is already sealed, and our planet is doomed to crumble as well?

It's a very optimistic, cheerful episode of Lore Watch this week. We hope you enjoy it?

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From class fantasy to (redacted) fantasy, we answer your gaming questions

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 15:45:00 GMT

This week's episode covers a lot of ground, because we're answering your burning listener questions (but you should still see a doctor). One involves modding and romance options in games like Fallout 4 or Cyberpunk 2077. The next question is all about class fantasy in WoW, and which our hosts think is defined the best. The final question is about the upcoming Legion Remix: what are our hosts looking forward to the most on the revisit? And what do they think might change, or be added. After all, we've done this all before.

And, as per usual on Lore Watch, the questions are really just the beginning.

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Who are the Lorewalkers (and why do they know so much)?

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 15:45:00 GMT

With the new Lorewalking feature, it has some of us curious about the Lorewalkers. What is their history in the game, and why exactly do they know so much? A listener asked us just that -- somewhat suspiciously. As Matt and Joe discuss the Lorewalkers, it is evident that many are not your average NPC, empowered with longevity, or great memory. The path leads us to the Time Walkers and the dragonflights, and whether any of them can be trusted to tell the truth.

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Faerin Lothar and the Arathi legacy

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 15:45:00 GMT

This week Lore Watch takes a deep dive into the character of Faerin Lothar, based on the recent short story "Faith and Flame," as well as the release of patch 11.1.7, which sends us questing back into the Arathi Highlands. Faerin's story is inextricably tied to the Arathi race as a whole, but also unique to her -- noble or no, not many seven year olds are going to stow away on a ship to join the Hallowfall Expedition. Join Matt and Joe as they recount the ancient history of the Arathi, all the way into what you need to know as we embark on the latest chapter of WoW, the Arathi Campaign.

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Our Lorewalking wish list

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 15:45:00 GMT

The new Lorewalking feature in World of Warcraft is one we can use to explore more moments from the game we haven't seen, or explore the ones we have seen more in-depth. A listener wrote in and asked Matt and Joe which other points of lore they'd like to see show up in Lorewalking later, so of course, the entire hour is devoted to answering that question. From the huge, earth-shaking moments involving the Titans, to the old events leading to the current ones with the lineage of humans, all the way to long-forgotten quests, there are a lot of story beats they'd love to experience from a new angle.

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Lorewalking: what to expect from this upcoming feature

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 15:45:00 GMT

Who would have thought that the hosts of the Lore Watch Podcast would be excited to talk about the new Lorewalking feature coming to World of Warcraft? The episode goes through the scenarios in detail, so if you'd prefer to have your Lorewalking experience as unspoiled as your own recollection of past events, note that they discuss everything about them at length. Part of that discussion also includes the implications of why we might be visiting these particular points in the lore -- Arthas, the Ethereals, and Xal'atath's backstory -- as we chase Xal'atath to the end of this narrative arc's conclusion.

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The War Within: The story so far

Wed, 28 May 2025 15:45:00 GMT

If in between hauling Brann's sorry carcass through another delve and racing around in your car in Undermine you haven't been paying close attention to the story of The War Within, we've got your back. Starting from the pre-patch and the radiant song, Matt and Joe recap the events of the expansion so far. There will be spoilers up through the end of the Undermine raid, so be wary. And of course, it just wouldn't be a Lore Watch Podcast if there wasn't a bit of heavy speculation as to where the story might be going next.

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How we'd make Azeroth into a D&D campaign

Wed, 21 May 2025 15:45:00 GMT

This week's Lore Watch is based on a listener question, which mashes together two of Joe and Matt's favorite topics: Azeroth and Dungeons and Dragons. Specifically, this episode goes through doing just that: how they would play their way through a World of Warcraft-themed D&D campaign. They discuss their picks for the best tabletop system to play their way through a potential Azeroth-themed adventure, and then dive deep to discuss which small corner of Azeroth's history -- from setting to characters -- they'd like to experience in tabletop form.

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The evolution of Dragons (and other fantasy creatures)

Wed, 14 May 2025 15:45:00 GMT

On this week's Lore Watch Podcast, Joe and Matt are joined again by our writer Eric O'Dea, and they continue to explore how the telling and re-telling of stories about creatures in folklore has evolved into the creatures we now know in some of our favorite media. This week they start the discussions with dragons and all their forms -- sapient, verbal, Dungeons and -- and how Dragons tend to affect the retellings of other creatures, too.

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Kobolds and the real life origins of in-game creatures

Wed, 07 May 2025 15:45:00 GMT

While they are unassuming little creatures, their presence in fantasy lore ranges all the way from traditional folklore all the way into modern day Dungeons and Dragons and World of Warcraft. With the help of staff writer Eric O'Dea, Joe and Matt delve deep to discuss the history of these little critters, from their origins as sprites or brownies or the fae all the way up to "you no take candle." They also discuss the evolution of creatures in general, like vampires, and how they are imagined in different ways in different cultures, and how they shift in pop culture media.

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Gallywix is only mostly dead, and other listener questions

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:45:00 GMT

This week, Joe and Matt take to the mailbag to answer your questions, which are as varied as you are. First, since WoW has a tendency to bring back characters from the dead, and we just quote-unquote "killed" Gallywix, do we think he's actually dead, or will he be back? Then, in harkening back to a past episode, the connection between the Arathi and the Nerubians -- and whether the Nazrethim is what is keeping them in balance.

Also, we discuss Galactus and his place in the Marvel universe. As I recall it's mostly "eating it," but Joe and Matt have a lot to say on the topic.

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Xal'atath, the Void, and the dawn of Azeroth's creation

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 15:45:00 GMT

This week's episode was inspired by a question from a listener, about where the story is going from here as we make our way toward the next expansion of World of Warcraft, Midnight. We veer right into Tinfoil Hat territory pretty quickly. After all, it's tough when a lot of the sources we have are either written by unreliable narrators, or were written well before any of current events were even thought of -- which is part of the question itself. The Titans, the First Ones, and how they interact with the Void is a topic with a lot of intricacies and ground to cover, so Matt and Joe will do their best to navigate all this treacherous ground.

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Cyberpunk Edgerunners explores a crumbling dystopia

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 16:15:00 GMT

The Netflix animated show Cyberpunk Edgerunners is a great entry in the Cyberpunk universe, and one we felt worth exploring in-depth. Joe and Matt give us a spoiler-filled tour of Night City and how all the details of life in that universe lead to a dystopia packed with despair. This is an episode from the archives, so it's one we felt we should bring back to the front in case you missed it.

Content Warning: both the podcast and the show we're discussing involve violence, bodily harm, mental health, and drug use.

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Crucial Source Material

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 16:15:00 GMT

While we do enjoy going off on wild tangents or thinking about "what if," sometimes it's important to just go back to the crucial source material. The specific writing in-game can not only work to create a vibrant world, but with careful study, can inform the overall trajectory of what you can expect to come. WoW is no different, so today we're taking a look at a set of perhaps overlooked, but no less beloved, sets of writing from the game. We hope you enjoy.

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Can you play Hearthstone in the Emerald Dream, and other questions

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 16:30:00 GMT

This week's Lore Watch Podcast is Q&A style, so the topics veer all over the place -- more so than usual. We start off with a question about the Emerald Dream and whether it was designed as a prison -- timely, given Hearthstone's latest expansion releasing yesterday. Speaking of Hearthstone, the next question concerns in-game board games, and what kind of play happens on Azeroth. Then, they follow it up with a question about the Botani and other NPCs potentially coming to Azeroth from different planes and timelines. Seems like a good way to get new games, but then I usually just look through Steam.

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On the origins of the Sethrak

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 16:15:00 GMT

Join our hosts Joe Perez and Matt Rossi as they discuss the lore around the Sethrak, the snakelike humanoids we initially met in Vol'dun in Battle for Azeroth. How does their worship of the animalistic Loa spirits shape their society? Titans may tie in to the animalistic loa, and the two working together may have shaped Azeroth as we know it. Plus, they discuss the evolution of species in the context of a magical world: when is a dragonfrog a froglike dragon and when is it dragonlike, but a frog?

This week's Lore Watch Podcast is a Sethrakstravaganza.

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Could the Sunwell become a Voidwell? (And other wild Warcraft speculation)

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 16:15:00 GMT

This week we put on the tinfoil hat to contemplate Xal'atath's plans for the future, the nature of the void, and where we might be going in the Midnight expansion due out in 2026. As with most of our wild speculation episodes, the conversation goes off the rails and then forgets there were ever rails in the first place. Enjoy!

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What you need to know about Paladins, Templars, and Crusaders in Diablo

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 17:15:00 GMT

We're doing something a little new this week for Lore Watch, with a remaster of an older episode. As Joe explains in the new intro, we wanted to highlight something that we've already covered, but which could use another look as it becomes relevant again. Paladins or Crusaders are one of the most common fan picks for the second new class to come to Diablo 4, so we're revisiting the lore that makes them so popular.

In this episode, Joe and Matt give us a primer on the in-game religions that Crusaders, Templars, and Paladins are holy warriors for -- and why they declined in power after each expansion where they were featured. They are fascinating to explore, being holy warriors in a game so consumed in every way by evil. Join us as we go through the ages, from Akarat's visions all the way up through the information we get from Deckard Cain.

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Suffer well: the lore of Death Knights in World of Warcraft

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 17:15:00 GMT

Death Knights, one of the most iconic, lore-heavy classes added to World of Warcraft, are the core topic of this week's Lore Watch, this time with a focus on what dead means, really. Join Joe and Matt as they discuss the other types of undead we know, and how their existence shapes current Death Knights. The concept of Death Knights, and death in general started a long time ago in WoW's history, so there's a lot of ground to cover.

How were they made? Are they fully dead, or partly alive? How will they make new Death Knights since Sylvanas destroyed the Helm of Domination? And do they literally have to "suffer well?" All addressed in this week's Lore Watch.

Thanks to our supporter Tetsemi for the question.

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Alliance vs Horde: can we just get along?

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 17:15:00 GMT

In this week's show, Matt and Joe discuss the conflict between Alliance and Horde -- and more importantly, the lack of conflict some characters may feel when they're just out there adventuring. Even if their factions are opposed, we've had a ton of time collaborating and helping each other out on a personal level. Could a third, neutral faction be possible, and if so, what would it look like? Then, they deep dive on the question of the relationship between the various opposing forces controlling the WoW universe. Which are completely opposing forces, and which transition from one to the other easily? Would it be possible, for instance, for N'Zoth to become Holy, like we've seen with the Naaru?

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Why World of Warcraft's Odyn is both a Titan and a titanic jerk

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 17:15:00 GMT

This week's Lore Watch Podcast is a Q & A, but sometimes those questions can give us a chance to go off on a topic we love to discuss. For instance, why Odyn in World of Warcraft is just the worst. Maybe not the absolute worst given what horrors the setting has to offer, but he's certainly getting coal from Greatfather Winter next December. Matt and Joe lay out the reasons why he's a huge J-E-R-K, going back to Azeroth's creation.

Then, speaking of Grandfather Winter, if he were suddenly unavailable for Winter Veil Eve, who would take up the mantle? Perhaps Santa Clause-style?

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Why don't the people of Sanctuary ever learn from their past?

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 18:15:00 GMT

This week Matt and Joe discuss how history seems to keep repeating itself in Diablo's Sanctuary. (Spoiler: it's because everyone keeps dying.) Plus pointy ears for Humans in WoW aren't just about fashion, darling, because the new Arathi-style ear customization has a lot of lore implications... and then we somehow segued into Star Trek and divergent evolution. That's Lore Watch for you.

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The lore and history of the goblins in WoW

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 17:30:00 GMT

In preparation for the upcoming WoW patch 11.1 featuring the goblin capital The Undermine, we dive into the evolution of the goblins throughout the history of Azeroth, the difference between the various cartels, and the transition of leadership from the exploitive Gallywix to the more ethical Gazlowe.

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Could Elune and Xal’atath be linked?

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 18:36:52 GMT

Join us as speculate on a possible connection between Elune and Xal’atath as well as Elune's dual nature and her ties to cosmic forces like the Naaru and the Winter Queen.

We also dive into the concept of godhood and if the Titans are actually gods imbued with divine power or just three kobolds in a trench coat using a really good voice changer.

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The reimagining of the Diablo franchise

Wed, 01 Jan 2025 17:30:00 GMT

Join us as we discuss an alternate universe for the Diablo franchise where Prince Aidan never embedded the soul stone into his head to become the vessel for Diablo at the end of the first game. How would the lack of this pivotal moment radically alter the events of Diablo II, III, and IV?

The discussion delves into alternate outcomes for Sanctuary, the Worldstone, and humanity, while speculating on the role of angels, demons, and the spirit realm in this strange new, yet still terrifying world. It is Diablo after all. It’s not all gonna be happy cow level rainbow times no matter the butterfly effect.

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Potential new class hall locations post-Dalaran

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 19:20:14 GMT

Join us as we discuss where new class halls could be given some iconic ones were destroyed when Dalaran fell from the sky. Also, more exploration of the true nature of Beledar, the crystal that lights The Hallows. Spoiler: It all ties into the Titans, because of course it does.

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Malfurion, the Emerald Nightmare, and Azeroth’s forgotten history

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 17:30:00 GMT

Join us as we discuss the lore questions tied to the official Warcraft novel, “Stormrage”. We delve into Malfurion’s vision of Azeroth and the corrupting influence of Xavius as well as speculation about Azeroth’s sentience, its selective amnesia due to the Emerald Nightmare attacks, and Malfurion’s connection to it all.

Bonus: No one repeatedly yelling TYRAAAAAAANDUH! Maybe.

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A deep dive into the story and choices in Dragon Age: The Veilguard

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 16:30:00 GMT

Join us as we discuss Dragon Age: The Veilguard, exploring the significance of gods, spirits, and corruption in the world of Thedas, the protagonist’s role in the narrative, and the Big Story Choice that must be made early on. And, of course, the companions. You know, the real reason we’re playing.

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What’s up with that giant glowing crystal in The War Within?

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 17:30:00 GMT

Join us as we discuss how Beledar, the immense crystal lodged in the cavern ceiling of the Hallowfall zone, could be connected to Naaru ships, Titan technology, world-soul constructs, elemental magics, stormrook gryphons, Xal'atath, and pumpkin pie. Ok, I may be making that last one up. Maybe.

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Will the Light bring together Anduin Wrynn and Faerin Lothar?

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 17:31:26 GMT

Matt and Joe explore the possibility that Faerin Lothar of Hallowfell is being set up as a love interest for Anduin, the questionable motivations of the High Heavens and Burning Hells post-Diablo 3, and the parallels between the way the Diablo and WoW franchises approach storytelling.

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What is the nature of the Light?

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 05:22:36 GMT

Matt and Joe debate the philosophical implications of how the Light affects free will, its relation to the Void, and its influence on prominent lore characters like Anduin Wrynn.

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A Dragon Age Origins story overview

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 18:38:38 GMT

We conclude our Dragon Age lore series with the game that started it all: Dragon Age: Origins. This episode delves into the morally complex world of Thedas, the struggles of the Grey Wardens, and the foundation of the Blight plus other key elements introduced in this title and further developed in the sequels. As usual, more spoilers than Morrigan has witty retorts.

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A Dragon Age 2 story overview

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 16:30:00 GMT

Matt and Joe are joined by Liz as they dive into what you need to know about the Dragon Age 2 storyline to prepare you for this week's launch of Dragon Age: The Veilguard.

They cover the major events and characters of the title as well as the themes of power, agency, and moral ambiguity the game explores. And, of course, the introduction of everyone’s favorite spicy novel writing scoundrel and hilariously unreliable narrator, Varric Tethras. As usual, spoilers abound.

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Where can the Diablo 4 story go next?

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 16:30:00 GMT

Matt and Joe are joined by Liz as they wrap up their discussion of the events in Diablo 4 Vessel of Hatred. They cover how the final confrontation of the campaign sets up the next chapter in the game’s story, the larger motivations of Mephisto, and the influence of corporate monetization strategies on the depth of storytelling.

Also, multitasking with your mouth. No, really, it makes sense when you hear it. I hope.

As usual, spoilers abound.

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Exploring the story campaign of Diablo 4’s Vessel of Hatred expansion

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 16:30:00 GMT

Matt and Joe delve into the narrative, characters, and villains from the latest Diablo 4 expansion, Vessel of Hatred. They cover everything from Neyrelle’s continued story arc to the spiritborn’s connection to the spirit realm to the most memorable moments in the game. And, most importantly, how the appearance of a certain spirit was absolutely, totally not inspired by C. S. Lewis. Not one bit. /riversongvoice Spoilers, darling. /riversongvoice

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A Dragon Age: Inquisition story overview

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 16:30:43 GMT

Matt, Joe, and Liz cover everything you need to know about the lore of Dragon Age: Inquisition in preparation for the upcoming release of Dragon Age: The Veilguard. They cover topics ranging from the main Inquisitor storyline to the history of the elves to the deceitful companionship of trickster god himself, the Dread Wolf. Spoilers abound if you haven’t played the Dragon Age titles. Also, what’s wrong with you? Go play the Dragon Age titles!

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What is the true nature of Old God-created races?

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 16:30:00 GMT

Join Matt and Joe as they explore how the plight of the Nerubians of Azj-Kahet may provide insight into other groups corrupted by the Old Gods, more potential underground regions that could be explored in Azeroth, the history and destruction of Dalaran, and the burning question keeping us up at night: Why don’t the Earthen have Scottish accents?

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Are the Titans responsible for Xal’atath?

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 16:30:16 GMT

Join Matt and Joe as they explore the theory that Xal’atath may have began as a Titan construct, the surprisingly inclusive beginnings of the Scarlet Crusade, and the recent influence of the most terrible, evil, and loathsome Old God of them all, daily grinds— uh, Y’Shaarj.

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A timeline of the Arathi people

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 16:30:00 GMT

Join Matt and Joe as they untangle the history and origin of the Arathi from their establishment of the Seven Kingdoms to their alliance with the high elves to their war against the trolls. Plus an overview of which faction in WoW canonically beat major dungeons and raids in the game and how the unholy mixture of void magic and old god corruption pushed forward the monstrous evolution of the Nerubians. Because spider people weren’t disturbing enough already, apparently.

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Tavern Watch Podcast: Diving deeper into the D&D 2024 Player’s Handbook

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 22:12:28 GMT

In this episode, we are joined by Phil “The goblin with the dumb name that you all love” Ulrich as we go in-depth on the good, the bad, and the ugly of the new Player’s Handbook. Also the trend of more open development by TTRPG game designers, what upcoming games we are looking forward to playing, and what we want from Wizards of the Coast’s upcoming virtual tabletop, Project Sigil.

Tavern Watch is our podcast devoted to tabletop roleplaying games brought to you by the people behind the Blizzard Watch and Lore Watch podcasts.

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The recurring themes of echoes and memories in The War Within

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 16:48:18 GMT

Join Matt and Joe as they explore the repeated use of echoes and memories through the storyline of the current expansion leading to a discussion about the cyclical nature of WoW’s storytelling as well as the subversion of tropes in recent narratives in the game. (Spoilers for the War Within main campaign.) Also, the origins of Moonkins and murlocs as well as the whereabouts of the third Windrunner sister, Vareesa.

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Deep delving into the Arathi Empire

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 16:30:22 GMT

Join Matt and Joe as they explore the history and culture of the Arathi Empire, speculating on its transformation from a human-led nation into a society of mixed human and elven heritage. Tin foil hatting ensues about the empire's leadership, the role of prophetic visions from the Sacred Flame, and their zone in the new expansion, Hallowfall. And this leads to a discussion of the role of the Titans in all of this. Because of course it does.

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Our first impressions of The War Within

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 16:30:04 GMT

Matt, Joe, and Liz have been playing through early access of The War Within and have tHOuGhTz & oPiNioNz on the new lore info in the expansion. Topics include the extra depth we're getting on the lead lore characters and themes of mental health throughout the game as well as how you can see the Earthen's Titan roots throughout their story, the environmental storytelling in the game and through its side-quests. Minor spoilers throughout.

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How will the World Soul Saga address WoW’s long running storylines?

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 16:30:00 GMT

Join us as we explore what we know so far about The War Within storyline to tin foil hat our way through implications for WoW’s larger narrative. Like we do.

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Will Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom save the MCU?

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 16:30:00 GMT

Join us as we explore Marvel’s recent Comic-Con announcement that Robert Downey Jr. will return to the MCU as iconic villain Doctor Doom for the upcoming “Secret Wars” two-part movie.

Discover why we think Viktor von Doom can be described as a villainous Boy Scout, how his relationship with Tony Stark is the world’s most dangerous and dysfunctional bromance, and how one of his misadventures was basically ‘Drunk History’, but with armor and magic.

Which, ironically, is how you could describe WoW these days.

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The corrupted Earthen of The War Within

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 16:30:00 GMT

Join us as we explore how the Scarred, a corrupted Earthen race in Khaz Algar of The War Within, may be connected to the twisted Dark Iron Dwarves of Grim Batol. Going further down the rabbit hole, we also delve (hehe) into how many underground zones in WoW could be linked through Old God corruption and how this might be a larger narrative in the game. Also Nephalem, Richard Knaak, and the return of Robert Downey Jr., because…uh, reasons.

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The role of Magni and Brann Bronzebeard in The War Within

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 16:57:46 GMT

Join us as we discuss how we think the story of Magni and Brann Bronzebeard might play out in the upcoming expansion, various interpretations of The Prophecy of The Boy King (spoiler: it may not be about Anduin), and the possible connection between the Nerubians and the underground spider-elf hybrids known as drider-- uh the Fal’dorei of Suramar.

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Tavern Watch Podcast: Exploring the 2024 D&D Handbook updates

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 17:55:10 GMT

Tavern Watch is our podcast devoted to tabletop roleplaying games brought to you by the people behind the Blizzard Watch and Lore Watch podcasts.

In this episode, we discuss the updated D&D rulebooks rolling out soon, the impact of the recent massive layoffs at Wizards of the Coast on both their own products and the larger industry, the role of AI in game development, and the importance of community trust for TTRPG companies to be successful.

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Will Sylvanas return in The War Within?

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 16:30:15 GMT

Join us as we discuss if WoW is a narrative-first game, the evolution of the portrayal of goblins, and if Anduin taking center stage in the upcoming expansion means Sylvanas will also make an appearance. Bonus: Just how old is Dadgar—uh, Khadgar?

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The unique origins of crafting materials in WoW

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 16:30:00 GMT

From the Old God-imbued Saronite to the crystalized blood of Azeroth we call Azerite, many of the raw materials we use for crafting in WoW have a deeper connection to myths and legends in the game. Join us as we go waaaay down the rabbit hole of the surprising lore behind many WoW crafting sources. Plus more Xal’atath background and what’s up with that giant abandoned snow covered bird nest in Townlong Steppes?

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The mystery of Xal’atath’s origins and motives

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 16:30:52 GMT

From Shadow Priest artifact weapon to retconned manipulator of Azeroth’s history to the Old God-adjacent big bad of The War Within, we discuss what we know about the void entity known as Xal’atath. Followed immediately by everyone's favorite part: wild speculation!

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Wrapping it all up with Fallout New Vegas

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 16:30:00 GMT

Join us as we conclude our deep dive into the narrative of the Fallout video game series with a focus on New Vegas as well as possible story tie-ins with the second season of the Fallout TV show.

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V.A.T.S., Vaults, and Villains: Exploring the story of Fallout 3

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 16:30:38 GMT

Join us as we continue our Fallout lore exploration with a focus on Fallout 3’s narrative highlights including the changes made to the series as it moved from Interplay to Bethesda, the journey from Vault 101, how the V.A.T.S. system affected the story, and the unforgettable villains. Also, the lasting impact this title had on the rest of the series.

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How the story of Fallout 2 evolved

Wed, 22 May 2024 16:30:00 GMT

Join us as we continue to explore the expanding lore of Fallout 2 picking up with the release of the game sequels and going all the way through to the recent Amazon Prime show.

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Tavern Watch Plays Pathfinder 04: Five adventurers walk into a dungeon...

Mon, 20 May 2024 16:29:20 GMT

We've all been there. A forgotten underground temple full of mysteries, treasures, traps, and more than a few dusty old skulls. (At least we're pretty sure that's dust.) But we're adventurers, and never walk away from danger (in fact, we frequently cause the danger ourselves). In this week's adventure, GM Matt Rossi escorts the hapless Tavern Watch crew to the conclusion of the Pathfinder 2e Rise of the Runelords adventure.

We may be hapless, but we've gotten this far! And we'll probably make it all the way to the end of this dungeon, but no promises.

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An introduction to the world of Fallout

Wed, 15 May 2024 16:30:06 GMT

Lore. Lore never changes...

It's October 2077 and a global nuclear war has devastated the world. And that's just the beginning of the story of Fallout. This week we explore the very first Fallout game, and how this sprawling story began.

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Tavern Watch Plays Pathfinder 03: This is why you don't split the party

Mon, 13 May 2024 19:00:00 GMT

GM Matt Rossi continues to guide the hapless Tavern Watch crew through a Pathfinder 2e game, based on the classic Rise of the Runelords adventure.

This week, we faced the classic tabletop conundrum: if one of your party members is slower than the rest, should you leave them behind as you sprint ahead into adventure? They'll eventually catch up, right? It'll be fine. (And I'm sure you would have all made the same choice in our place.)

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Tavern Watch Plays Pathfinder 02: How many buildings can one adventuring party destroy in a day?

Mon, 06 May 2024 21:09:33 GMT

The Tavern Watch crew continues its Pathfinder 2e game, based on the classic Rise of the Runelords adventure!

In our latest adventure, GM Matt Rossi watches in amusement (we assume it was amusement) as the party picks a fight with a squirrel and sets on the trail of who — or what — just attacked the town of Sandport. One of these is perhaps more important than the other, but we had to deal with the squirrel.

And that building thing? Definitely not our fault.

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Just what do the Nathrezim want?

Wed, 01 May 2024 16:30:05 GMT

This week we explore the Nathrezim's purpose on Azeroth and whether their manipulations had any impact on Sargeras. (Spoiler: probably not.) Plus we recount the whispers of Il'gynoth, what we know about Xal'atath, and just what role the Old Gods might play in the story moving forward.

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Tavern Watch Plays Pathfinder 01: How to fight off angry goblins in 7 easy steps

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 16:30:00 GMT

Our Pathfinder 2e: Rise of the Runelords campaign begins! GM Matt Rossi sends our adventurers to the town of Sandport, where the party visits the local festival, has a curious encounter with a fortune teller, and fights off a group of angry goblins who descend on the celebrations. Surely that won't have any consequences at all.

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Tavern Watch Plays Daggerheart 01: Our one-shot adventure extravaganza

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 21:14:58 GMT

We ran an entire adventure, from beginning to end, in one session using the v1.2 open beta playtest rules for Daggerheart, the new TTRPG developed by Darrington Press and the team at Critical Role.

GM Phil Ulrich leads a tiny frog merchant (Liz), a construct (Matt), a guardian (Nick), and a fairy (Anne) into the treacherous forest of the Sable Wood where, surprise, nothing goes as planned.

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What if Jaina Proudmoore became the Lich Queen?

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 16:30:00 GMT

Join us as we explore an alternate universe where daughter of the sea becomes the master of the Scourge. After all, it’s not as if she hasn’t done horrible things as a human. To quote Matt Rossi “if you need someone to wield power, I’m your girl.”

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What happens when a World Soul is killed?

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 16:30:39 GMT

In anticipation of the upcoming Worldsoul Saga multi-expansion we explore the death of previous World Souls, including the one arranged by the Jailer to knock out the Arbiter. And in our continuing fascination with the lore of Cyberpunk 2077 we explore one of the troubling Phantom Liberty endings involving V, Songbird and Reed, asking ourselves: was it preem or not preem?

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Tavern Watch Plays Daggerheart 00: Let the TTRPG character creation chaos begin

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 19:48:00 GMT

The Tavern Watch crew are back with another TTRPG podcasting adventure! Join us as we jump headfirst into the v1.2 open beta playtest rules for Daggerheart, the new TTRPG developed by Darrington Press and the team at Critical Role. In this Session Zero for our upcoming one-shot adventure, GM Phil Ulrich shepherds Matt Rossi, Anne Stickney, Nick Marino, Liz Harper, and Joe Perez through the character creation process. It goes about as well as you’d expect with this group…

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Should the Azerothian Archives be the future of Archaeology?

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 16:30:23 GMT

Join us this week as we explore if the Azerothian Archives should become a replacement for the dated Archaeology profession in WoW, how old you need to be start getting cyber implants, and if Spider-Man and Madame Web had a conversation, what would they talk about? Obviously, not box office numbers…

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What could be the most cyberpunk story in all of Azeroth?

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 16:30:00 GMT

Join us this week as we explore which tech-based based stories in WoW could go full Cyberpunk 2077, how each Starcraft faction would fare against their counterpart in Warhammer 40k, and if the war in Warcraft is honing Azeroth into the ultimate weapon (which would be hunter loot, obviously.)

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What if…Sargeras never fell?

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 16:30:00 GMT

Join us this week as we explore an alternate version of Azeroth’s history where Sargeras didn’t betray the Pantheon, but instead became a champion of the Light. From the elves never existing to the Horde never forming to the Dark Portal to Draenor never opening to a massive confrontation with Zovaal in the Shadowlands by a Titan-led army of Light, the implications are, needless to say, wild.

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Should the Lich King’s sister be the Queen of Lordaeron?

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 17:30:08 GMT

Join us this week as we discuss Calia Menethil’s dilemma about her role in the future of Lordaeron, the difference between Wild Gods, Titan Watchers, and Titans in WoW, and who would make a better fixer in Cyberpunk 2077, Joe “I just hope everyone had a good time” Perez or Matt “I don’t play well with others” Rossi.

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The mystery of Northern Lordaeron

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 17:30:50 GMT

Join us this week as we discuss the origins of hearthstones and their connection to Meeting Stones as well as the Brokers, if there is a way to wield the void without being corrupted by it (asking for a friend), and the mystery of Northern Lordaeron, the unexplored region between Ghostlands and Western Plaguelands that may get the spotlight in the upcoming Midnight expansion.

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What Angry Keanu Reeves can teach us about WoW lore

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 17:30:50 GMT

Join us this week as we use Cyberpunk 2077 as a jumping off point to explore character building in video game storytelling, settings as characters, what power means in these worlds, the history of immortality and how many of these elements are reflected in WoW lore.

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Are Forsaken Death Knights the secret to infinite anima?

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 17:30:54 GMT

Join us this week as we go on a wilder tangent than usual (and that’s saying a lot) about the connection between the Forsaken and Death Knights through pain and suffering and how that could be Azeroth’s own perpetual energy source (because science!) Yeah, hope you’re strapped in for this one. Bonus: Worgen talk.

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Deep diving into the new Gilneas storyline

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 17:30:53 GMT

Join us this week as we explore WoW patch 10.2.5’s Gilneas storyline including Lillian Voss's struggle with what’s left of her humanity and Calia Menethil grappling with her family’s dark legacy. We also dive into evolution of key characters in WoW, the impact of in-game events on the lore of Warcraft, and the relationship between Superman and Shazam in the comics.

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Who are the key elves in the Emerald Dream storyline?

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 17:30:13 GMT

Join us this week as we explore the key elven NPCs in the WoW patch 10.2 Guardians of the Dream campaign, the possible plans of the First Ones to prevent the universe from being devoured, and the tinfoil hat theory that the leaders of each the four Shadowlands’ factions are actually Titan constructs.

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How the ending of Cyberpunk 2077’s Phantom Liberty expansion changed everything

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 17:30:17 GMT

Join us this week as we explore how the ending of Cyberpunk 2077’s Phantom Liberty expansion reframes everything you understood about the game. We also cover the stories of A.I., Mr. Blue Eyes, and the Methuselah cult.

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Will The Worldsoul Saga reboot WoW’s lore?

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 17:30:51 GMT

Join us this week as we explore the idea that the upcoming three expansion Worldsoul Saga may be setting the stage for a new era in WoW storytelling, the mystery behind the son of Medivh and Garona Halforcen, Med’an, and the questionable actions of Diablo 4’s Sister Octavia.

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Did we forget about Gnomeregan?

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 17:30:15 GMT

Join us this week as we explore the future of Gnomeregan. Can it get the reclamation that is coming to Gilneas in patch 10.2.5? We also talk about how deep and wide the roots of the World Tree go. Probably not as deep and wide as our tin foil hatting about it, that’s for sure.

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Concerning dragon histories, Titan origins, and World Trees

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 17:30:17 GMT

Join us this week as we delve into the history of the dragon flights, the idea that the Titans may not be all about Order, and the hotly debated question of the location of the first World Tree.

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Is Azeroth heading to a Ragnarok reset?

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 17:30:49 GMT

Join us this week as we delve deeply into the idea that Azeroth's races may be programmed to protect the planet by the Titans and if they fail, the Titans will reset the world and let it play out all over again. Plus, the possible impact of non-druid classes entering the Emerald Dream.

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The legend of the first World Tree, Elun’Ahir

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 17:30:19 GMT

Join us this week as we delve into the newly introduced story of the first World Tree, Elun’Ahir.

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Can the World Soul be trusted?

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 14:30:00 GMT

Join us this week as we, per usual, take a simple, innocent question and use it to wildly speculate about its implications to WoW’s lore! In this case, we take the information presented in The War Within’s BlizzCon cinematic and connect it to (deep breath) a fifth old god, the titans, the Naaru Colossal, life and void lords, what Elune is, the pantheon of death, the big lightbulb in Hallowfall, the Arathi, the Nerubians, Xal’atath, how the universe is ordered, and, most importantly, was the Jailer right?

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Tinfoil hatting the WoW Worldsoul saga

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 14:30:00 GMT

Join us this week as we delve into what we know about the story in the upcoming WoW expansions The War Within, Midnight, and The Last Titan. To no one’s surprise, the discussion pretty much goes off the rails in record time.

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The lore of Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 13:30:00 GMT

Join us this week as we delve into our obsession with the Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty expansion and the lore behind it all.

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Looking back at 300 episodes of Lore Watch

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 13:30:00 GMT

Join us this week as we talk about our favorite moments and episodes from almost 10 years of recording the podcast including how we started, how far we’ve come, where we would like to go in the future, and, of course, the friends we’ve made along the way.

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What’s the story behind Tyrhold in the Dragon Isles?

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 13:30:00 GMT

Join us this week as we explore lore of the titan facility in the Dragon Isles, Tyrhold, how WoW could be more alt friendly, and the anatomy of angels in the Diablo universe.

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Which big bad from Warcraft’s past should we battle next?

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 13:30:00 GMT

Join us this week as we explore who’s left from Warcraft’s far past that can still threaten all of Azeroth in a future expansion. And has the new Black Dragon Aspect heralded a new Hour of Twilight apocalypse on the horizon?

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All about them world trees

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 13:30:00 GMT

Join us this week as we explore the histories of the world trees in WoW, including Teldrassil and Nordrassil. Plus, is Azshara the avatar of the soul of Azeroth?

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Are we heading into an Old Gods expansion in WoW?

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 13:30:00 GMT

Join us this week as we explore the hints and story elements in Dragonflight that might be setting up the return of the Old Gods. Also, we talk about the key moments in Garrosh Hellscream’s evolution from honorable Warchief to brutal megalomaniac to unrepentant soul in the Revendreth.

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Are the dragons of WoW doomed to imminent extinction?

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 13:30:00 GMT

Join us this week as we wildly speculate about whether or not dragons can produce offspring post-Cataclysm, the nuances of summoning for caster classes, and if there is only one Legion across all timelines or multiple alternate Legions.

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More speculation on the angels and demons of Diablo

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 17:57:00 GMT

Join us this week as we discuss many of the unknown questions around Diablo lore including how Lilith is a different kind of demon. Also, more importantly, we give fashion advice for your Cyberpunk/Shadowrun character.

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The lore of Baldur’s Gate 1, 2 & 3

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 13:30:00 GMT

Join us this week as we discuss the lore and story of Baldur’s Gate 1 and 2 and how they feed into Baldur’s Gate 3.

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The state of the current lore in WoW

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 13:30:00 GMT

Join us this week as we discuss what we know of the Lost City of Ureh in Diablo 4, the secret of Aberrus in WoW, and what is the best way to catch up on current WoW lore.

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Timelines, timeways, and tinfoil hat time

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 13:30:00 GMT

Join us this week as we tinfoil hat our way through an exploration of not only why the Titans in World of Warcraft chose our particular troubled timeline to tinker with, but what other tideways could be out there.

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What happened to our Diablo 3 characters?

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 13:30:00 GMT

Join us this week as we wildly speculate about the possible fates of our Diablo 3 characters, if the Tree of Whispers could be the soul of an imperfect world (!!), and just what exactly is that Zoltun Kulle guy up to these days? Heavy spoilers throughout!

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Who is the real villain of Diablo 4?

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 13:30:00 GMT

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The Diablo 4 campaign spoiler edition Act 6

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 13:30:00 GMT

Join us this week as we explore the final act of the Diablo campaign followed by a lot of wild speculation. I mean, A LOT a lot. Can’t really get into it here without giving away the story so hit the play button and enjoy the ride. Heavy spoilers throughout!

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The Diablo 4 campaign spoiler edition Acts 4 & 5

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 13:30:00 GMT

Join us this week as we explore Acts 4 & 5 of the Diablo 4 campaign including the fate of Elias, the surprisingly forthright Tree of Whispers, and the role of Hatred throughout the Diablo franchise — which we've seen expressed in the Zakarum church that Mephisto corrupted and even the Cathedral of Light that Inarius founded. Heavy spoilers throughout.

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The Diablo 4 lore spoiler edition continues

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 13:30:00 GMT

Join us this week as we continue to explore the lore of Diablo 4, specifically Act 2 and 3 including the Cathedral of Light's impact on Scosglen, Lilith's goals (and how she manipulates people to achieve them), the continuing theme of blood magic in the game, and how the story really starts to get rolling towards the end of Act 3. Needless to say, heavy spoilers throughout.

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The Diablo 4 lore spoiler edition

Wed, 07 Jun 2023 13:30:00 GMT

Join us this week as we explore the setup for the story of Diablo 4, how different factions interpret Rathma's prophecy, and Lilith and Inarius' impact on Sanctuary. Spoilers for the prologue and Act 1 as well as general themes of the game.

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What lies west of Kalimdor?

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 01:30:00 GMT

Join us this week as we explore the idea that there may be more lands west of Kalimdor and, if so, what we’d like to see inhabit those lands.

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How to rebuild your titan in three easy steps

Wed, 24 May 2023 13:30:00 GMT

Join us this week as we explore how the new warlock races fit into the game lore, who is the child of Mephisto mentioned in the Diablo 4 Book of Lorath series, and how titans, Azeroth, and other planes of existence all fit together.

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Where should a new world tree be planted in Azeroth?

Wed, 10 May 2023 13:30:00 GMT

Join us this week as we explore possible locations for a new world tree to house the Night Elves, who is the skinned wolf that aids us in Diablo 4, and how Ebyssian avoided the corruption that infected the Black Dragonflight.

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Why is Neltharion obsessed with Azshara?

Wed, 03 May 2023 13:30:00 GMT

Join us this week as we explore the connection between Neltharion and Azshara, if there are more old gods yet to be discovered, and how Azeroth got her name.

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Should WoW try another alternate timeline expansion?

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 13:30:00 GMT

Join us this week as we explore what another Warlords of Draenor-style expansion from WoW could look like, the black dragonflight lore tidbits dropped by Voraxian and Veritistrasz at the Ruby Life Pools, and how exactly does Azeroth’s postal system know where to find you no matter what?

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Tinfoil hatting the mysteries of the Infinite Dragonflight

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 20:05:00 GMT

Join us this week as we wildly speculate about the Infinite Dragonflight including what created them, if they are even real, and how Chromie may fit into all of this. And yes, we just made “tinfoil hat” into a verb. You’re welcome.

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An overview of the Diablo story thus far

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 13:30:00 GMT

Join us this week as we delve into the significant events that shape the lore of the Diablo universe leading up to the stories featured in the recent Diablo 4 open beta weekend.

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World of Warcraft Orcs vs Warhammer 40k Orks

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 13:30:00 GMT

This week, we go waaaay down the rabbit hole on the similarities and differences between orcs in World of Warcraft and orks in Warhammer 40k. Join us. We have cookies.

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What may be next for the dragonflights and all of Azeroth

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 13:30:00 GMT

This week, we start the discussion about the rogue dracthyr group the Sundered Flame, careen into the topic of Infinite dragonflight, and then get derailed wildly speculating about what’s coming next based on the upcoming raid tier information. You know, the usual way these episodes go. Spoiler warning for 10.1 content.

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The Old Gods, Obsidian Brood, and Elemental Lords

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 14:30:00 GMT

This week, we discuss the Obsidian Brood, the relationship between the primalists and Elemental Lords, and more conspiracy shenanigans from the Old Gods.

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What the datamined [spoiler] about [spoiler] could mean for [spoiler]

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 14:30:00 GMT

This week, we speculate wildly about a datamined lore book entry for patch 10.0.7 that could tie together story threads going back many, many expansions. (Yes, we’re being vague for the sake of, you guessed it, spoilers.)

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The evolution of dragons in different mythologies

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 14:30:00 GMT

This week, we dedicate the podcast to discussing dragon mythology from its beginnings to modern day depictions including how they are incorporated into different cultures.

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Dreaming of a Caverns of Time WoW expansion

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 14:30:00 GMT

This week, we explore the idea of a WoW expansion based on the Caverns of Time where we could adventure in Azeroth’s past, what could be next for the dragon flights after we conquer the threat of the primalists, and in the Diablo universe, is there a world where Tyrael turns against humans?

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Reconciling character headcanon with Dragonflight’s storyline

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 20:03:00 GMT

This week, we explore how to bridge the gap between your character’s history and their interaction with NPCs that they may have wronged in the past, the future location of the homeless Night Elves, and the possible fate of the dragonflights by the end of the expansion.

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What would an elf-centric WoW expansion look like?

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 14:30:00 GMT

This week, we explore the history of the different elf races in World of Warcraft and envision our dream WoW expansion focused on their struggles and conflicting agendas. Spoiler Alert: It does not include Malfurion yelling “TYRANDAAAAH!” Maybe.

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Titan-forged, time-traveling tin foil hats

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 14:30:00 GMT

This week, we wildly speculate on what it means to be titan forged, if the titans are slowly evolving feelings, and a future where Night Elves and Goblins have kids together. Let that sink in.

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The best story moments in 2022

Wed, 04 Jan 2023 14:30:00 GMT

This week, we explore our favorite story moments from the year in video games, comics, and television. Come for the World of Warcraft. Stay for the She-Hulk.

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What about the lesser known dragonflights?

Wed, 28 Dec 2022 14:30:00 GMT

This week, we explore the Chromatic, Twilight, and other auxiliary dragonflights. Plus, who is likely to lead the Black Dragonflight, where do dragon souls go when they die, and who is mastermind behind the Primal Incarnate dragons?

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Who are the Primal Incarnates and why are they so dangerous?

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 14:30:00 GMT

This week, we explore the other Incarnates that Raszageth is trying to free, the idea that player characters are technically immortal, and why Lilith is everybody’s worst enemy in Diablo 4.

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Exploring the pre-sale announcement Diablo 4 cinematic

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 14:30:00 GMT

This week, we delve into the lore of Diablo 4 revealed in the new cinematic trailer that debuted with the announcement of the pre-sale. We also discuss the delightful side quest stories in Dragonflight, if we would side with Wrathion or Sabellian, and if we unintentionally released Raszageth when we defeated the last old god.

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Exploring the stories in Dragonflight’s Waking Shores zone

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 16:30:00 GMT

This week, we discuss our favorite story moments in the Waking Shores, how it’s setting up the story for the rest of the expansion, and all the major players making an appearance including Wrathion, Sabellian, Alexstrasza, and Raszageth.

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Wrathion’s woes, Grimtotem trouble, and the celebrity wedding we weren’t invited to

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 14:30:00 GMT

This week, we discuss the new Christie Golden short story based in the new Dragonflight expansion, The Vow Eternal, including Wrathion’s uncertain future, the foreshadowing of trouble from the Grimtotem Tauren, and the wedding of Thalyssra and Lor’themar.

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New Uldaman dungeon brings surprising lore revelations

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 16:30:00 GMT

This week, we explore the new lore introduced with the Uldaman: Legacy of Tyr 5-man dungeon that was just released as part of the Dragonflight prepatch phase 2. We also discuss what this means for Tyr and the Watchers.

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Deathwing, Dracthyr, and dragon-shaped tinfoil hats

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 14:30:00 GMT

This week, we explore the implications of the latest Dragonflight short and fall so far down the conspiracy hole we may never return!

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Does WoW need a Psionic class?

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 14:30:00 GMT

This week, we explore the nature of the Titanforged, how a Psionic class would fit into WoW, and what storyline we would like to experience again as if it were new.

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What is the true nature of the ancient proto-dragon Galakrond?

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 13:30:00 GMT

This week, we speculate wildly about the events surrounding the first Legacies short including how Galakrond came to be, the possible involvement of Tyr, and what this could mean for the Dragon Aspects in the upcoming Dragonflight expansion.

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Should a new MMO expansion wrap up dangling plot threads?

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 13:30:00 GMT

This week, we explore how many stories in WoW have been left in limbo as the next expansion brings in all new stories in all new places, possible secret motives held by Odyn, and if the Void Lords are actually The First Ones.

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Is Elune a dreaming world soul that has yet to awaken?

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 13:30:00 GMT

This week, we explore the concept of Elune as a Titan that has not yet awakened, the pantheon of death in Shadowlands as Titans that were killed before their world soul awakened, and if Azeroth really is the final Titan.

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The common origins of Shamanism, Druidry, and Arcane Magic in WoW

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 13:30:00 GMT

This week, we explore how all the magic systems in World of Warcraft can be traced back to the same source, the story behind the Stormrage name, and what story we would like to see if WoW were a single-player RPG title.

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The impact of Shadowlands on Death Knights

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 13:30:00 GMT

This week, we explore how Dragonflight fits into the Dawn of the Aspects stories, if Odin has secret plans for the dragon aspects, and how Shadowlands affects the Eternal Hunger of Death Knights.

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Exploring Netflix’s new animated series Cyberpunk Edgerunners

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 13:30:00 GMT

This week, we discuss the new Cyberpunk: Edgerunners animated show on Netflix based on the Cyberpunk 2077 universe, what this mean for the game, and what we know about the newly announced game expansion. SPOILER WARNING!

Other warnings: Discussion about violence, despair, drug use, bodily harm, mental health.

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Which big bad of Azeroth had the best Evil Plan?

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 13:30:03 GMT

This week, we explore the possible fate of Anduin after the events in Shadowlands, the connection between Azerite and the Naaru, and which expansion big bad had the best plan if not for us meddling raiders.

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The history of She-Hulk from comics to television

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 16:15:50 GMT

This week, we explore the story of She-Hulk, from her comic debut in 1980 through her multiple television appearances.

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The connecting thread of Azeroth’s cosmic entities

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 13:30:08 GMT

This week, we explore the interconnectivity of the old gods, titans, and dragons, if future WoW expansions should expand older zones instead of creating new ones, and the eternal question: Is Elune really a Naaru?

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Why representation in storytelling matters

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 13:30:57 GMT

This week, we explore the possibility of Night Elf Paladins, the future of Tarecgosa from Cataclysm’s Blue Dragonflight storyline, and if Azeroth is Cthulu’s great-great-grandparent. We also delve into why storytelling about diverse cultures should include input from creators of that culture.

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From The Sandman to Sargeras, the role of gods in our favorite games and shows

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 13:30:53 GMT

This week, we explore how divinity is handled in Warcraft, comics, movies, and TTRPGs including rising to godhood, replacing a god, and how it’s possible to kill a god. We even cover the divine in Spider-Man. It will make sense when you hear it, we promise.

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When video games and comics are adapted to TV and movies

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 13:30:38 GMT

This week, we explore the good, the bad, and the ugly when it comes to our favorite games and comics adapted to TV series and feature films. We cover the Warcraft movie, Moon Knight, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and more.

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Which WoW lore characters may secretly be dragons?

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 13:30:09 GMT

This week, we explore rumors of who or who not in WoW may secretly be dragons, the history of the three candidates to rule the Black Dragonflight, and what other unvisited lands in Azeroth could still await us in future expansions.

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The future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe is mutants

Wed, 03 Aug 2022 13:30:55 GMT

This week, we explore ways Marvel could integrate mutant superheroes into the MCU now that they have the movie rights to the X-Men back after Disney’s purchase of Fox Studios. Also we talk about the concept of the anti-heroes in comics.

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Exploring Warhammer 40k’s secret branches of the Inquisition

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 17:57:18 GMT

This week, we discuss the various groups within Warhammer 40k's Inquisition, the role of older women in World of Warcraft, and the possible resurgence of the Black Dragonflight in the next WoW expansion.

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How to integrate the 5th Edition D&D multiverse into your next campaign

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 13:30:48 GMT

This week, we explore what happened between the dragons and the Scourge in WoW, how to run a D&D campaign in the Diablo universe, and tips on making your 5th Edition D&D setting cohesive and connected.

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Which way could the Dragonflight story go?

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 13:30:12 GMT

This week, we explore possible subplots we could see in the upcoming Dragonflight expansion, Uther’s attitude adjustment when sent to the Shadowlands, and artificial intelligence in Azeroth.

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The impact of the mothers in WoW and Diablo

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 13:30:58 GMT

This week, we explore the how Blizzard has portrayed mothers and mother figures in their games from Adria and Lillith in Diablo to Moira, Alexstrasza, and Katherine Proudmoore in WoW.

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The impact of the fathers in WoW

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 13:30:58 GMT

This week, we explore the how Azeroth’s fathers have been used to advance the plot including Saurfang, Varian, Sylvanas’ father, Jaina’s dad, and more.

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How one Star Trek story changed the course of SciFi

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 13:30:31 GMT

This week, we explore the impact of the Star Trek: The Next Generation two-part episode “The Best of Both Worlds”, how it represented TNG finally stepping out of the shadow of the original series to forge its own path, and the importance of the Star Trek universe to us personally.

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Which cosmic threats could we face in Dragonflight?

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 13:30:16 GMT

This week, we explore the Emerald Dream’s relationship with the Shadowlands, the mystery writers behind the oversized tomes in the Guardian’s Library of Karazhan, and which world-ending entities might we be facing in the next expansion.

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Sylvanas book deep dive with Girls Gone WoW

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 13:30:34 GMT

This week, we’re joined by EJ and Raven from Girls Gone WoW to discuss the story and lore impact of the new Sylvanas novel. Spoilers abound and adult themes, loss, death, gaslighting, self harm, and other sensitive topics included in the book are covered.

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The surprising connection between the Brokers and Vanilla WoW

Wed, 25 May 2022 13:30:09 GMT

This week we explore the connection between the Brokers of Zerith Mortis and the leper gnome recombobulator in Vanilla WoW’s Kharanos, how the head of the Dragonflights are replaced when one falls, and whether not Bolvar is dead, alive, or somewhere in between.

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Exploring the Dracthyr and other lesser Dragonflights

Wed, 18 May 2022 13:30:49 GMT

This week we continue our exploration of the Dragonflights of Azeroth including the newly introduced Dracthyr as well as the lesser dragon types.

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What’s next for the Red, Blue, and Bronze Dragonflights?

Wed, 11 May 2022 13:30:57 GMT

This week we continue our exploration of the history and potential future of the Dragonflights this time covering Red, Blue, and Bronze.

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What’s next for the Green and Black Dragonflights?

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 13:30:20 GMT

This week we explore how we think the Green and Black Dragonflights will fit into the story of the new WoW expansion as well as possible tie-ins with the titans and titan facilities.

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What is the true nature of Azeroth?

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 15:30:57 GMT

This week we explore Azeroth’s place in the universe. Is she a Titan? A nexus of realms? The center of the universe? We dig into the in-game clues for the answers.

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Let's talk about that Sylvanas judgment cinematic

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 13:30:07 GMT

This week we focus on the new cinematic from WoW patch 9.2 revealing the judgment Sylvanas faces for her many atrocities.

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The end of the Lich King and the future of Death Knights

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 13:30:52 GMT

This week, we explore the implications for Death Knights if there is no more Lich King as well as for the Undead if there is no Banshee Queen. Also, we delve more into what really happened in the 9.2 cinematic, what the Jailer told Jaina, and the force behind Azshara’s arcane power.

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The impact of Shadowlands on the lore of WoW

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 13:30:44 GMT

This week, we explore what the patch 9.2 revelations mean for Zovaal the Jailer, Sylvanas, and the Lich King as well as possible connections between the First Ones and the Titans.

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The lore behind the Shaman Legion artifact weapons

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 14:30:02 GMT

This week, we deep dive into the history and story of each of the different Shaman artifact weapons from the WoW Legion expansion.

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The lore behind the Warrior Legion artifact weapons

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 14:30:26 GMT

This week, we deep dive into the history and story of each of the three Warrior artifact weapons from the WoW Legion expansion.

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Possible hints to the next WoW expansion

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 14:30:44 GMT

This week we explore the best expansion for leveling, how the lore revelations in Shadowlands has changed the definition of a demon, and what kind of in-game hints we may be seeing that would signal the theme of future World of Warcraft content.

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Dreaming of a timey-wimey Bronze Dragonflight expansion

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 14:30:53 GMT

This week we explore the idea of a WoW expansion using the Bronze Dragonflight to visit more alternate Azeroths, the difference between Red and Green dragons, and what's really going on between Renathal and Denathrius.

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The story and lore of Horizon Zero Dawn

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 14:30:09 GMT

This week, we explore the story and lore behind the hit Sony Interactive game, Horizon Zero Dawn.

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Delving into the Dark Iron Dwarves

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 14:30:55 GMT

This week, we explore the history and lore behind the dark iron dwarves, their home in the zone of Blackrock Mountain, and their current leader, Moira Thaurissan, Queen of the Dark Iron.

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The story and lore of Cyberpunk 2077 Part 2

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 14:30:00 GMT

This week, we continue our exploration of the story and lore behind CD Projekt's Cyberpunk 2077 including the themes of transhumanism, ascendancy through technology, corporate abuse, emergent AI, and the concepts of self-identity and mortality.

SPOILER WARING: This podcast includes spoilers of the main story.

TRIGGER WARNING: This podcast discusses body gore, psychosis, and various forms of physical and mental abuse that are part of the game’s story.

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The Story and Lore of Cyberpunk 2077 Part 1

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 14:30:00 GMT

This week, we go beyond the Blizzard universe and explore the story and lore behind one of favorite video games, CD Projekt's Cyberpunk 2077.

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Lore Watch Podcast 220: Our favorite Lore Watch episodes of 2021

Wed, 29 Dec 2021 14:30:00 GMT

This week, we discuss our favorite shows and moments of the year from the podcast, more Sylvanas cinematic analysis, and explore the nature of Magni's diamond form from Battle for Azeroth.

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Lore Watch Podcast 219: Get ready to rumble in the World of Wrestlecraft!

Wed, 22 Dec 2021 14:30:00 GMT

This week, we explore how the curse of flesh works with the Shadowlands, if Uther and Sylvanas crossed paths in the Third War, and an alternate universe where the Alliance and Horde settle their differences in the wrestling ring.

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Lore Watch Podcast 218: Deep dive into the 9.2 Sylvanas cinematic

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 14:30:00 GMT

This week, we explore the many lore implications of the WoW patch 9.2 Sylvanas cinematic that was recently released. Warning: This goes deep into spoiler territory.

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Lore Watch Podcast 217: The role of the soul in the Shadowlands

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 14:30:00 GMT

This week, we explore the evolving idea of what is a soul in the Shadowlands including soul splitting and how it might affect the story of Anduin.

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Lore Watch Podcast 216: Titans, Eternal Ones, and the Dragon Isles

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 14:30:00 GMT

This week we explore the connection between Titans and Azeroth, the nature of the Eternal Ones, and if Dragon Isles could be the focus of a future WoW expansion.

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Lore Watch Podcast 215: Varian, Anduin, and the creation of the Shadowlands

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 14:30:00 GMT

This week, we discuss the fate of Varian's soul, the path that led Anduin to his current situation, and the origin of the Shadowlands.

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Lore Watch Podcast 214: The lore implications of the WoW Patch 9.2 preview

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 14:30:00 GMT

This week we explore how the new Zereth Mortis zone arriving with WoW Patch 9.2 might be connected to the current game universe including possible links to the Naaru, Mists of Pandaria, and Warcraft 3.

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Lore Watch Podcast 213: The lost time between Diablo 2 and Diablo 3

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 14:30:00 GMT

This week we explore Diablo: Immortal's lore which takes place between Diablo 2 and Diablo 3, the endgame of WoW lore, and look at the story universe of Cyberpunk 2077.

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Lore Watch Podcast 212: Is Blizzard dropping hints to the next WoW expansion?

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 13:30:00 GMT

This week, we discuss the secret lives of the Darkmoon Faire Mystic Mages, if new store mounts hint at future expansion themes, and who is the NPC you trust least in WoW.

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Lore Watch Podcast 211: Is Maldraxxus responsible for the creation of the Undead on Azeroth?

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 13:30:00 GMT

The connection between the Shadowlands zone of Maldraxxus and the plague that creates the Undead is explored in this episode along with Jaina Proudmoore's complicated relationship with her father in his last days.

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Lore Watch Podcast 210: WoW Expansion Possibilities

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 13:30:00 GMT

World of Warcraft could go many different directions in future expansions. In this podcast, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore what an expansion fighting against the wielders of the Light might look like.

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Lore Watch Podcast 209: How Blizzard could end the faction conflict in WoW

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 13:30:00 GMT

The cosmology chart of WoW classes, the Blood Elves' love of puns, and different scenarios that could lead to the end of the faction divide in WoW are discussed in this latest episode of the Lore Watch Podcast.

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Lore Watch Podcast 208: Could Sylvanas be the next Jailer?

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 13:30:00 GMT

The evolution of the Paladin class, the connection between the Naaru and their colors, and the theory that Sylvanas is being set up to become the next Jailer are this week's discussion topics.

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Lore Watch Podcast 207: The History and Lore of WoW Classic's Coilfang Reservoir

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the history of the many iconic zones that make up The Burning Crusade's Coilfang Reservoir including the 5-man dungeons The Slave Pen, The Underbog, and The Steamvault, as well as the Serpentshire Cavern 25-man raid instance.

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Lore Watch Podcast 206: Should a Dark Ranger class be introduced to WoW?

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez discuss their idea of a vacation expansion, the possible link between The Jailer and Argus, and if Blizzard should consider a Dark Ranger class and its Alliance counterpart.

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Lore Watch Podcast 205: The mysterious motives of Ve'nari

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the possible purpose of Ve'nari in the WoW Shadowlands storyline, dig into the history of the eredar race before they split into the draenei and man'ari, and discuss their favorite example of environmental storytelling in WoW.

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Lore Watch Podcast 204: The History and Lore of Magtheridon and Gruul's Lairs

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez, deep dive into the story behind the Burning Crusade Classic raids Magtheridon's Lair and Gruul's lair.

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Lore Watch Podcast 203: More lore and story of Diablo 2

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez dedicate the podcast to exploring, you guessed it, more of the lore and story of Diablo 2.

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Lore Watch Podcast 202: Diving into Diablo 2 lore

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the Diablo 2 lore of the Countess in the Black Marsh, if WoW demons can command the Light, and the burning topic of our times: just how does Illidan sleep with those horns and wings?

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Lore Watch Podcast 201: Ancient Kal'dorei empires, Jailer magic, and Night Warrior golden tickets

Wed, 11 Aug 2021 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore how Queen Azshara's influence on the Kal'dorei civilization of the distant past, the nature of the blue crystals the Jailer uses to his own ends, and how Night Warriors might get sorted in the Shadowlands.

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Lore Watch Podcast 200: Interview with Blizzard Associate Narrative Designer Anne Stickney

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez are joined by a very special guest: Associate Narrative Designer (and former Blizzard Watch writer) Anne Stickney! They talk about her launching the Lore Watch podcast for us back in the day, writing for video games, and her transition from freelance historian for Blizzard to full time narrative designer

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Lore Watch Podcast 199: The history of Karazhan

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez continue their deep dive into WoW dungeon lore, this time focusing on Karazhan. They also speak on the recent sexual harassment lawsuite filed against Activision Blizzard.

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Lore Watch Podcast 198: Deep dive into the Sylvanas 9.1 raid cinematic

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez discuss the lore ramifications of the Tyrande/Sylvanas cut scene as well as the Sylvanas raid cinematic.

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Lore Watch Podcast 197: The History of Naxxramas

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez continue their exploration of classic WoW raid lore with a deep dive into the story behind Naxxramas, the floating fortress of the Lich King's main lieutenant Kel'Thuzad.

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Lore Watch Podcast 196: The History of WoW Classic 40-man raid Ahn'Qiraj

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the lore and history of the legendary WoW Classic 40-man raid, Ahn'Qiraj.

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Lore Watch Podcast 195: The History of Onyxia's Lair and Blackwing Lair

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 13:30:00 GMT

This week Matt Rossi and Joe Perez continue their exploration of WoW's early content with a deep dive into the history behind the 40-man raids Onyxia's Lair and Blackwing Lair.

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Lore Watch Podcast 194: The History of Molten Core

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez dedicate the entire episode to the lore behind Ragnaros the Firelord and the OG WoW raid, Molten Core.

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Lore Watch Podcast 193: The lore behind Diablo's Assassin, Demon Hunter, and Witch Doctor classes

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the lore behind the Assassin, Demon Hunter, and Witch Doctor classes in the Diablo universe.

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Lore Watch Podcast 192: The lore behind Diablo's Monk, Necromancer, and Amazon classes

Wed, 26 May 2021 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez continue their exploration of Diablo class lore, this time covering the Monk, Necromancer, and Amazon classes

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Lore Watch Podcast 191: Diving into the World of Warcraft: Folk & Fairy Tales of Azeroth book

Wed, 19 May 2021 13:30:00 GMT

This week Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the politics of Kyrians choosing who is worthy of an afterlife, what the latest expansion reveals about the Forsaken, and the possible connections with Sylvanas and the Shadowlands in the new World of Warcraft: Folk & Fairy Tales of Azeroth book.

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Lore Watch Podcast 190: Exploring the Jailer's endgame

Wed, 12 May 2021 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore how the Jailer could possibly exploit a corrupted Anduin, Elune's potential masterplan involving Tyrande, and the connection between Odyn and the Titans.

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Lore Watch Podcast 189: The new world order of the Burning Hells in Diablo

Wed, 05 May 2021 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the power vacuum in the Burning Hells given the absence of the greater evils, if Anduin's blade can recover from its own corruption, and the story they want to see the most in the upcoming Sylvanas novel.

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Lore Watch Podcast 188: Let's talk about Titans

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore if Azeroth is immune to corruption as a Titan, the cosmic connection of Elune and Yrel, and a spoiler quest in Korthia from the upcoming patch 9.1.

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Lore Watch Podcast 187: The lore of The Burning Crusade expansion

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the stories and lore behind The Burning Crusade, the past and future of the Illidari, and the possible connections between the Ethereals and Oribos brokers.

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Lore Watch Podcast 186: The most unique story Blizzard has ever told

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the story that only Blizzard could tell, the idea of a vacation expansion, and the connection between the Titans and Eternal Ones.

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Lore Watch Podcast 185: What kind of lore reset could come with WoW 2.0?

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore what kind lore resets Blizzard could consider if they launched an entirely new WoW game.

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Lore Watch Podcast 184: The lore behind Diablo Paladin, Crusader, and Templar classes

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez continue their exploration of Diablo class lore, this time covering the Paladin, Crusader, and Templar.

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Lore Watch Podcast 183: The lore behind Diablo Wizard, Sorceress and Druid classes

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez focus this week's episode on digging into the lore of the Wizard, Sorceress, and Druid Diablo classes.

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Lore Watch Podcast 182: The role of Sylvanas in 9.1

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 14:30:00 GMT

On this week's podcast, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore what side Sylvanas could take in patch 9.1, the nature of the keys the Jailer is searching for, and what is the goal of a certain lich in the Maldraxxus storyline.

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Lore Watch Podcast 181: Deep dive into the 9.1 Dark Anduin cinematic

Wed, 24 Feb 2021 14:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez dedicate this episode to exploring the lore implications of the patch 9.1 cinematic revealed at BlizzConline this weekend.

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Lore Watch 180: Interview with WoW Lead Narrative Designer Steve Danuser

Sat, 20 Feb 2021 01:25:30 GMT

In this BlizzConline 2021 special podcast, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez interview WoW's Lead Narrative Designer Steve Danuser. They focus on Sylvanas, what makes Shadowlands characters special, and revisiting characters like Draka.

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Lore Watch Podcast 179: The significance of soul stones in Diablo

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 14:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the history of the Drust, the feud between Odyn and Helya, and how the soul stones in the Diablo universe keep the demons in check. Or do they?

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Lore Watch Podcast 178: Is Kel'Thuzad the real villain of Shadowlands?

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 14:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the clues that point to Kel'Thuzad's growing influence in the Shadowlands, how Night Elves can move forward now that Darnassus is gone, and why Kyrians continue to deliver souls into the Maw knowing it's strengthening the Jailer.

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Lore Watch Podcast 177: What would other Shadowlands zone-themed raids look like?

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 14:30:00 GMT

This week Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore what kind of raids we could see from other zones similar to Castle Nathria from Revendreth, the fate of the Scourge now that the Helm of Domination is destroyed, and what clues are pointing to a possible Dragon Isles expansion.

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Lore Watch Podcast 176: The influence of the First Ones in WoW Shadowlands

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 14:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore how the First Ones have shaped the Shadowlands, if the Winter Queen is the key to the Forsaken who want to return to life, and a Tirisfal Glades mystery stretching all the way back to Vanilla.

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Lore Watch Podcast 175: Deep diving in to the Night Fae covenant campaign

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 14:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the lore ramifications of the Night Fae covenant campaign now that all of the story quests have been unlocked. The entire episode is one big spoiler if you haven't run the Ardenweald campaign yet.

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Lore Watch Podcast 174: Does Anduin have a secret plan?

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 14:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the question of Anduin's strategy while he remains captive, the nature of how the Jailer empowered the runic sword, and what Shadowlands realm would have taken Sylvanas if she was not turned by the Lich King.

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Lore Watch Podcast 173: Let's talk about that cinematic leak

Wed, 06 Jan 2021 14:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the Jailer's plans, the importance of Azeroth to so many celestial beings, and how the leaked cinematic plays into all of this.

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Lore Watch Podcast 172: The story of the Shadowlands expansion so far

Wed, 30 Dec 2020 14:30:00 GMT

This week Matt Rossi and Joe Perez dedicate the entire podcast to exploring how the Shadowlands storyline is presented not only through leveling quests and cinematics, but through covenants as well. And they compare this style of storytelling to previous expansions.

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Lore Watch Podcast 171: Delving into the origins of the Shadowlands

Wed, 23 Dec 2020 14:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore what we've learned so far about the Shadowlands and its inhabitants including the role of the Maldraxxi, the inflexibility of the Kyrian, and the possible hand of the Eternal Ones at work.

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Lore Watch Podcast 170: The impracticalities of the afterlife

Wed, 16 Dec 2020 14:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore why the Azeroth's hereafter contains job-related stress, the fate of King Varian's soul, and the possible meaning behind the delightful Tea Tales world quests.

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Lore Watch Podcast 169: Story speculation for WoW patch 9.1

Wed, 09 Dec 2020 14:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the lore implications for future patches in the Shadowlands expansion, the possible connection between the Ethereals and the brokers in Oribos, and the Indiana Jones/Babylon 5 references discovered in the game.

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Lore Watch Podcast 168: The spoilery spoiling spoiltastic Shadowlands episode

Wed, 02 Dec 2020 14:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the lore implications revealed in the new Shadowlands cinematics introduced with launch week. Did we mention this episode full of spoilers?

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Lore Watch Podcast 167: Sylvanas and the long game

Wed, 25 Nov 2020 14:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore Sylvanas' intentions given the new short story We Ride Forth, the afterlife possibilities for Nathanos, and the dangling plot threads of Battle for Azeroth.

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Lore Watch Podcast 166: Not to be a Nathanos apologist, but...

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 14:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the softer side of Nathanos Blightcaller, the role of Frostmourne in the Lich King's hands, and the connection between Elune and the Naaru.

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Lore Watch Podcast 165: Dragons as a playable race in WoW

Wed, 11 Nov 2020 14:30:00 GMT

This week on Lore Watch, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore how lore can inform your transmog choices, if Death Knights have warm skin, and the viability of Dragons as a playable race.

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Lore Watch Podcast 164: The hierarchy of evil in World of Warcraft

Wed, 04 Nov 2020 14:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore where Void and Fel energy fall on the spectrum of evil, the likelihood of Shandris Feathermoon as the next leader of the Night Elves, and the ramifications of Death Knights using Frostmourne to heal Azeroth in Legion.

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Lore Watch Podcast 163: Deep diving futher into the Sylvanas story arc

Wed, 28 Oct 2020 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore more possibilities surrounding Sylvanas and her motives including her deal with Helya for the lantern, why she broke the Helm of Domination instead of wearing it, and what Shadowlands realm she would have landed in had she not been killed by Frostmourne.

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Lore Watch Podcast 162: What is Sylvanas' true endgame?

Wed, 21 Oct 2020 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore Gul'dan's prophetic last words in Legion, the fate of Gallywix at the end of Battle for Azeroth, and the clues about the true motive of Sylvanas Windrunner in WoW Shadowlands.

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Lore Watch Podcast 161: What is the true nature of The Maw?

Wed, 14 Oct 2020 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the many theories on the true nature of The Maw in WoW: Shadowlands.

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Lore Watch Podcast 160: The life and death and afterlife of Uther the Lightbringer

Wed, 07 Oct 2020 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the storyline so far for Uther, what Sylvanas asked of Helya, and the future of the former Horde Warchief Vol'jin.

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Lore Watch Podcast 159: The WoW Shadowlands paradox problem

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the lore ramifications of the recent interview with Blizzard Lead Narrative Designer Steve Danuser focusing on death, afterlife, and the souls of alternate universe characters in Azeroth.

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Lore Watch Podcast 158: Our WoW Revendreth Afterlives analysis

Wed, 23 Sep 2020 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the last WoW Afterlives short focused on Revendreth, their evolving opinion of the Shadowlands expansion, and how death works in the afterlife.

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Lore Watch Podcast 157: Of Afterlives and infiltration

Wed, 16 Sep 2020 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the lore implications of the Ardenweald Afterlives short as well as the datamined information about the dreadlords possible string-pulling behind the scenes.

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Lore Watch Podcast 156: Delving into WoW Shadowlands Afterlives

Wed, 09 Sep 2020 13:30:00 GMT

This week Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the lore implications behind the Bastion and Maldraxxus Afterlives shorts. Plus, the massive ramifications of the revelation that Dreadlords might be WoW's version of The Illuminati.

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Lore Watch Podcast 155: Can Nathanos Blightcaller truly be killed?

Wed, 26 Aug 2020 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the ties between the Elemental Plane and the Shadowlands, if the dragon you're riding is a transformed humanoid, and the nature of Nathanos Blightcaller's undeath.

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Lore Watch Podcast 154: Who is the next to turn to the dark side?

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the hidden parts of Azeroth, the true motives of the Jailer, and which major lore figure in WoW is next to betray everything they stand for to embrace the darkness within.

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Lore Watch Podcast 153: Shadow Anduin, Neglected Thrall, and the Titan of Death

Wed, 12 Aug 2020 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the implications of Anduin's encounter with shadow power in the latest WoW novel, the future of the retired Thrall, and the possible identity of The Jailer.

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Lore Watch Podcast 152: Knitting for dragons, lost continents, and regional food in Azeroth

Wed, 05 Aug 2020 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the Infinite Dragonflight's Tailoring directive, what lost continents may still exist in Azeroth, and speculation on the unique delicacies of the races of WoW.

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Lore Watch Podcast 151: The subtle scent of Nathanos' corruption

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the ties between Bwonsamdi and the Maw, the true origins of the Tauren, and the cologne of choice for Nathanos to keep his enemies guessing.

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Lore Watch Podcast 150: How could the WoW Shadowlands story play out?

Wed, 22 Jul 2020 13:30:00 GMT

This week Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the WoW Shadowlands story we've been given so far and speculate on where it may be going as the expansion progresses. Plus, digging into the motives of Bwonsamdi in the new Shadows Rising novel.

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Lore Watch Podcast 149: Does Bolvar have a secret agenda in Shadowlands?

Wed, 15 Jul 2020 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the Jailer's position in the hierarchy of Azeroth's pantheon of cosmic beings, the actions of Sylvanas in the new Shadows Rising novel, and if Bolvar has a long term plan that explains why he was so easily defeated in the WoW Shadowlands cinematic.

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Lore Watch Episode 148: Interview with Shadows Rising author Madeleine Roux

Tue, 07 Jul 2020 13:00:00 GMT

In a very special Lore Watch Podcast this week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez dig into the lore questions behind the new WoW Shadowlands novel, Shadows Rising, with author Madeleine Roux.

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Lore Watch Podcast 147: Who should be King Anduin's queen?

Wed, 01 Jul 2020 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore if the Forsaken should accept Calia Menethil as their leader, the history of Dire Maul, and who among the major lore figures of Azeroth should ascend the throne in Stormwind next to Anduin.

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Lore Watch Podcast 146: Is it time for a Forsaken Druid?

Wed, 24 Jun 2020 13:30:00 GMT

This week Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the lore behind the Night Elf wisp form, the tangled story behind the Warlords of Draenor expansion, and what new race/class combinations Blizzard could consider next.

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Lore Watch Podcast 145: Where are the Moms of Warcraft?

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 01:30:00 GMT

This week Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the lack of mothers in Azeroth, why the Panderans stick with the Horde, and if we have truly misjudged Sylvanas.

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Lore Watch Podcast 144: Lor'themar and Thalyssra sittin' in a tree

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez discuss the recent short story released by Blizzard focusing on the relationship between Lor'themar and Thalyssra. What does it mean? And, more importantly, who should be next?

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Lore Watch Podcast 143: Diving deeper into a third faction in WoW

Wed, 03 Jun 2020 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez continue their exploration of the idea of a third faction in WoW consisting of many of the NPC races of Azeroth.

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Lore Watch Podcast 142: Can the barbaric races of Azeroth form a third faction?

Wed, 27 May 2020 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore if Maeiv is losing support from the Night Elves, if N'Zoth really holds his knaifu Xal'atath close to his corrupted heart, and the idea of the lesser races of Azeroth (Gnolls, Kobolds, Quillboar, etc) uniting to form a third faction.

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Lore Watch Podcast 141: Sally Whitemane and the Scarlet Crusade

Wed, 20 May 2020 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez devote the entire podcast to exploring the twisted history of the fanatical Sally Whitemane and her Scarlet Crusade.

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Lore Watch Podcast 140: Just how powerful is The Jailer?

Wed, 13 May 2020 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the strength of The Jailer, what other worlds the Shadowlands pull the dead from, and the possible fate of everyone's favorite knaifu, Xal'atath.

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Lore Watch Episode 139: Is Azeroth growing?

Wed, 06 May 2020 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the possibility of a Battle for Gilneas content patch, new landmasses implying Azeroth is growing, and void-infested Titans, of course.

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Lore Watch Episode 138: What if we never went to Pandaria?

Wed, 29 Apr 2020 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the new propaganda books uncovered for the Scarlet Crusade, Shadowlands Covenant options, and what the game would be like if we never went to Pandaria.

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Lore Watch Episode 137: What dead WoW lore characters should come back in Shadowlands?

Wed, 22 Apr 2020 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore which dead WoW lore characters they would like to meet again in Shadowlands, the new Old Gods, and the chances of Azeroth waking up.

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Lore Watch Episode 136: Is Azeroth the Titan of Hope?

Wed, 15 Apr 2020 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the idea of non-human/non-Night Elf Worgen, the return of Hakkar, and is Azeroth the Titan of Hope?

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Lore Watch Episode 135: What WoW NPCs should get the spotlight in Shadowlands?

Wed, 08 Apr 2020 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matthew Rossi and Joe Perez explore which zones and prominent NPCs from WoW's past expansions should get a starring role in the upcoming Shadowlands expansion.

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Lore Watch Episode 134: The lore implications of Overwatch's newest hero Echo

Wed, 01 Apr 2020 13:30:00 GMT

This week, Matthew Rossi and Joe Perez explore the lore impact of Overwatch's newest hero, Echo. They also explore the differences between a Paladin and Crusader in the Diablo universe.

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Lore Watch Episode 133: Ye gods! The cosmology of Diablo explored

Wed, 25 Mar 2020 13:30:00 GMT

Matthew Rossi and Joe Perez explore the gods and demons that represent the mythology underlying Diablo and also the seven human kingdoms of Arathor in WoW.

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Lore Watch Episode 132: The timey-whimey Shadowlands question

Wed, 18 Mar 2020 13:30:00 GMT

This week Matthew Rossi and Joe Perez explore the flow of time in Shadowlands, Bolvar's motivation behind losing to Sylvanas, and the delicate of question of hybrid mating habits.

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Lore Watch Episode 131: The Great Horde Soul Heist

Wed, 11 Mar 2020 13:30:00 GMT

This week Matthew Rossi and Joe Perez explore what the lore of Azeroth would be 20-50 years in the world's future and how the Horde can redeem themselves with a Night Elf soul heist.

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Lore Watch Episode 130: How much anima is your Night Elf soul worth?

Wed, 04 Mar 2020 14:30:00 GMT

Matthew Rossi and Joe Perez explore how Shadowlands may affect the Forsaken culture, using lore to justify eliminating the faction divide, and how anima might work from a lore perspective.

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Lore Watch Episode 129: Overwatch Lore and Story Discussion with Crow Tomkus

Wed, 26 Feb 2020 14:30:00 GMT

This week our Lore Watchers Matthew Rossi and Joe Perez explore the story behind the characters and settings of Overwatch with special guest Crow Tomkus.

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Lore Watch Episode 128: Conflict in the Alliance and the future of Gnomes

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 14:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 127: How far will Tyrande go for justice?

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 14:30:00 GMT

Matthew Rossi and Joe Perez explore the possible storylines for Tyrande and her quest for justice for the Night Elves.

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Lore Watch Episode 126: What awaits us on the rest of Azeroth

Wed, 05 Feb 2020 14:30:00 GMT

Matthew Rossi and Joe Perez explore what possible areas exist beyond the known map of Azeroth for future expansions.

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Lore Watch Episode 125: The Case for Night Elf Paladins

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 14:30:00 GMT

Matthew Rossi and Joe Perez explore the place of Night Elves in Azeroth and if they could one day be playable as Paladins.

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Lore Watch Episode 124: Should Mogu be an Allied Race?

Wed, 22 Jan 2020 14:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 123: Faction Lore In Patch 8.3

Wed, 15 Jan 2020 16:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 122: Do The Titan Forged Have Souls?

Wed, 08 Jan 2020 16:30:00 GMT

This week our Lore Watchers Matthew Rossi and Joe Perez explore the nature of the Titan Forged.

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Lore Watch Episode 121: Titan Facilities, Titan Forged And Shadowlands

Wed, 01 Jan 2020 16:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 120: The Infinite mysteries of Kairoz and more

Wed, 25 Dec 2019 16:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 119: Soul Engines, Shadowlands, Sylvanas, and more

Wed, 18 Dec 2019 16:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 118: Sylvanas, Shadowlands, and the mystery of Odyn’s eyeball

Wed, 11 Dec 2019 16:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 117: Overwatch 2 storylines, and what broke the Shadowlands in WoW?

Wed, 04 Dec 2019 16:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 116: Sylvanas and her connection to the Shadowlands

Wed, 27 Nov 2019 16:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 115: Shadowlands and the realms of existence in World of Warcraft

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 16:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 114: Let’s talk about Diablo 4

Wed, 13 Nov 2019 16:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 113: BlizzCon 2019 reveals and new lore

Wed, 06 Nov 2019 16:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 112: BlizzCon 2019 lore predictions and hype

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 15:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 111: Death and dark empires

Wed, 23 Oct 2019 15:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 110: N’zoth’s gambit in patch 8.3 and beyond

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 15:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 109: I fear vengeance has consumed her

Wed, 09 Oct 2019 15:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 108: An end to war

Wed, 02 Oct 2019 15:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 107: Of mothers, daughters, the Light and the Void

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 15:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 106: Oh! None of them remembered. The irony!

Mon, 09 Sep 2019 15:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 105: The return of Calia Menethil

Mon, 26 Aug 2019 15:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 104: 8.2.5 and the reappearance of Wrathion

Mon, 12 Aug 2019 15:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 103: The whispers of...Wrathion?

Mon, 29 Jul 2019 15:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 102: Destroy the factions, or unite them?

Mon, 15 Jul 2019 15:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 101: Dark Trolls are kinda like Eevee

Mon, 01 Jul 2019 15:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 100: Mechagon, Nazjatar, and more mysteries from patch 8.2

Mon, 10 Jun 2019 15:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 99: Patch 8.2 and the many paths of the Infinite

Mon, 27 May 2019 15:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 98: Are we living in the End Time?

Mon, 06 May 2019 15:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 97: In which we take a stroll on alternate Azeroth

Mon, 15 Apr 2019 15:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 96: Jaina’s brother, Bwonsamdi, Baine, and more lore from patch 8.1.5

Mon, 01 Apr 2019 15:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 95: But you cannot kill hope

Mon, 18 Mar 2019 15:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 94: Kaja’mite, Saronite….Azerite?

Mon, 04 Mar 2019 15:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 93: At the hour of her third death

Mon, 18 Feb 2019 16:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 92: Which came first, the Karazhan or the Medivh?

Mon, 28 Jan 2019 15:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 91: Maybe we should just throw out that whole cosmology chart thing

Mon, 14 Jan 2019 15:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 90: The lore and continuing mysteries of patch 8.1

Mon, 31 Dec 2018 16:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 89: Tauren motivations and Windrunner’s ultimate plan

Mon, 17 Dec 2018 15:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 88: Azshara’s connections to…Azeroth?

Mon, 03 Dec 2018 17:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 87: The lore of BlizzCon 2018

Mon, 12 Nov 2018 15:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 86: Shadowlands, Storm dragons, the Sunwell and more

Mon, 29 Oct 2018 15:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 85: Titan paths, Elune’s origins, the future of dragons and more

Mon, 15 Oct 2018 15:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 84: An inadvertent pile of elf lore

Mon, 01 Oct 2018 16:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 83: Rexxar’s behavior, Kaja’mite’s origins, and other unsettling mysteries

Mon, 17 Sep 2018 15:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 82: Is Battle for Azeroth about the faction war, or death itself?

Mon, 03 Sep 2018 16:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 81: Cinematics, novellas, and a Battle for Lordaeron

Mon, 20 Aug 2018 16:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 80: Jaina Proudmoore and Sylvanas Windrunner

Mon, 06 Aug 2018 15:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 79: A Legion retrospective

Mon, 23 Jul 2018 17:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 78: What are souls, anyway?

Mon, 09 Jul 2018 15:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 77: Let’s talk about Before the Storm

Mon, 25 Jun 2018 15:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 76: New WoW Battle for Azeroth comics and your reader emails

Mon, 11 Jun 2018 16:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 75: State of the Naaru and fate of the Mag’har

Mon, 28 May 2018 16:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 74: Tyrael, the Lich King, Dragon Aspects, and more

Mon, 14 May 2018 16:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 73: Overwatch Retribution and the history of Gabriel Reyes

Mon, 30 Apr 2018 17:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 72: World of Warcraft Chronicle Volume 3 deep dive

Mon, 16 Apr 2018 15:00:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 71: Talon’s reach, the dark purpose of undeath, and more

Mon, 02 Apr 2018 17:00:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 70: World of Warcraft Chronicle Volume 3 Preview

Mon, 19 Mar 2018 15:00:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 69: Azeroth’s afterlife and the potential of Human Druids

Mon, 05 Mar 2018 16:00:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 68: Allied Races - Why do Elves have so many issues?

Mon, 19 Feb 2018 20:00:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 67: Secrets of the Shadowlands

Mon, 05 Feb 2018 18:00:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 66: The curious ramblings of Ogmot the Mad

Mon, 22 Jan 2018 18:00:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 65: An extra-large 2017 lore in review spectacular

Mon, 08 Jan 2018 18:00:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 64: World Trees and the fate of Illidan Stormrage

Mon, 25 Dec 2017 15:00:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 63: Legion’s end and the Antorus cinematic

Mon, 11 Dec 2017 17:00:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 62: Faction alliances, cosmic eggs, Wrathion and more

Mon, 27 Nov 2017 14:00:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 61: Digging into BlizzCon and Battle for Azeroth lore

Mon, 06 Nov 2017 05:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 60: Spoilers and BlizzCon hype with The Lost Codex's Jesse O' Connor

Mon, 30 Oct 2017 04:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 59: Kul Tiras, the Void – What’s coming in the next expansion?

Mon, 16 Oct 2017 04:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 58: A Thousand Years of Lore

Mon, 02 Oct 2017 04:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 57: Xe'ra and Illidan

Mon, 18 Sep 2017 04:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 56: The lore of 7.3

Mon, 04 Sep 2017 04:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 55: Maiev's magical mystery motives and more

Mon, 21 Aug 2017 04:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 54: The mysterious agenda of Wrathion

Mon, 07 Aug 2017 04:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 53: The Old Gods and the Third Death

Mon, 24 Jul 2017 04:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 52: Argus and patch 7.3

Mon, 10 Jul 2017 04:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 51: The Tomb of Sargeras

Mon, 26 Jun 2017 04:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 49: Future of the Lich King

Sun, 28 May 2017 04:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 48: The evolution of Nathanos Marris

Sun, 14 May 2017 04:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 47: King Anduin Llane Wrynn

Sun, 30 Apr 2017 04:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 46: The shaping of Draenor and evolution of Azeroth

Sun, 16 Apr 2017 04:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 45: WoW Chronicle Vol. 2, retcons, and changes in lore

Sun, 02 Apr 2017 04:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 44: Nighthold, Gul'dan, and more

Sun, 19 Mar 2017 04:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 43: WoW Chronicle Volume 2 preview

Sun, 05 Mar 2017 05:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 42: Intense Druid debates

Sun, 19 Feb 2017 05:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 41: Where is Jaina Proudmoore?

Sun, 05 Feb 2017 05:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 40: Demon manufacturing and more

Sun, 22 Jan 2017 05:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 39: Overwatch connections and Reflections

Sun, 08 Jan 2017 05:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 38: Cosmic forces and untimely deaths

Sun, 25 Dec 2016 05:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 37: Overwatch's Sombra and the Global Conspiracy

Sun, 11 Dec 2016 05:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 36: Time travel and cycles in Warcraft

Sun, 27 Nov 2016 05:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 35: Azshara and the whispers of Il'gynoth

Sun, 13 Nov 2016 05:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 34: Jaina, Khadgar, and Karazhan

Sun, 30 Oct 2016 04:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 33: Illidan, Helheim, Azeroth's afterlife and more

Sun, 16 Oct 2016 04:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 32: Sargeras, the Titans and the Pillars of Creation

Sun, 02 Oct 2016 04:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 31: Light's Heart and the child of Light and Shadow

Sun, 18 Sep 2016 04:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 30: The Tomb of Sargeras, Gul'dan, and Legion

Sun, 04 Sep 2016 04:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 29: Demon Hunters

Sun, 21 Aug 2016 04:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 28: Sons of Wolves and Harbingers

Sun, 07 Aug 2016 04:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 27: Nightborne and Highmountain comics and lore

Sun, 24 Jul 2016 04:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 26: Fault Lines and Legion Lore

Sun, 10 Jul 2016 04:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 25: Warcraft movie questions and answers

Sun, 26 Jun 2016 04:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 24: Special Edition Warcraft movie analysis

Fri, 24 Jun 2016 19:23:45 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 23: Velen and the Burning Legion

Sun, 12 Jun 2016 04:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 22: The lore of Overwatch

Sun, 29 May 2016 04:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 21: Warcraft: Durotan - The Official Movie Prequel

Sun, 15 May 2016 04:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 20: World of Warcraft: Illidan

Sun, 01 May 2016 04:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 19: Chronicle questions and answers

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 04:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 18: WoW Chronicle - Loken's Betrayal

Sun, 03 Apr 2016 04:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 17: WoW Chronicle - Titans and the Black Empire

Sun, 20 Mar 2016 04:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 16: WoW Chronicle Vol. 1 Preview

Sun, 06 Mar 2016 05:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 15: The First War

Sun, 21 Feb 2016 05:30:00 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 14: The Aspects and the Age of Mortals

Sat, 06 Feb 2016 21:15:29 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 13: Vrykul, Kvaldir, Val’kyr and more

Sat, 23 Jan 2016 08:14:07 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 12: The state of the Horde

Sat, 02 Jan 2016 07:25:50 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 11: Greymane, Gilneas and the Worgen

Sat, 19 Dec 2015 09:55:50 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 10: The Old Gods and Legion

Sun, 06 Dec 2015 02:53:13 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 9: Artifact lore and more

Sun, 22 Nov 2015 03:22:42 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 8: Unraveling reality

Sat, 31 Oct 2015 21:04:28 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 7 -- Evolution on Azeroth

Sun, 18 Oct 2015 03:54:20 GMT

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Lore Watch: Episode 6 -- Titans, Old Gods and the Warcraft cosmos

Sun, 04 Oct 2015 08:36:44 GMT

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Lore Watch: Episode 5 - Khadgar, Jaina and the Legion

Sun, 20 Sep 2015 20:12:46 GMT

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Lore Watch Episode 4 - Sylvanas Windrunner

Sun, 06 Sep 2015 19:12:02 GMT

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Lore Watch: Episode 3 - Legion

Mon, 24 Aug 2015 01:31:12 GMT

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Lore Watch - Episode 2: Queen Azshara

Sun, 09 Aug 2015 05:00:00 GMT

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Lore Watch: Episode 1 - The Burning Legion and the Twisting Nether

Sat, 25 Jul 2015 16:50:41 GMT

Lore Watch is a new podcast from the creators of Blizzard Watch. Every two weeks we'll explore a single lore subject about the World of Warcraft, Diablo, StarCraft, or any other games that interest us. Join hosts Anne Stickney, Matthew Rossi, and Joe Perez for an indepth look at the evolving stories of the games we all love.

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