People have forgotten that Malfurion is still a 10,000 year old badass, that even Demon Lords of the Burning Legion were wary of facing off against. Since Vanilla, Night Elves have kinda been part of the “cute” image of the Alliance. They are supposed to be 7+ foot tall, nocturnal savages, who had no compunctions about killing to protect their forests. It’s about time they put the fear of the forests back into the Horde
They were originally trolls but their current form came after bathing in the energies of the well of eternity for many years. If they continued to do so they would be more like the Blood-elves in body-design.
1:35 "Tell her... 'WE ARE COMING.'" THIS is the Malfurion that won the War of the Ancients. The kind that makes the enemy making sure they're wearing their brown pants just in case they run into him.
Those blue lights, at first I thought they were lanterns or torches. No, they're whisps. Literally the dead Night Elves standing with the living to protect their forest. God I love Nelfs.
Malfurion has always tried to remain out of the conflict, since his duties as Arcfdruid required him to teach and to lead people of the Alliance and the Horde. Illidan understood his brother's role and why he never took sides unless it directly threatened nature or his people.
The last time malfurion was this pissed was when the scourge invaded ashenvale. And he killed an army of ghouls with one attack. I may be horde, but it's good to see him back like this.
@@TonyFelony19 why would anyone want to be horde? alliance live in majestic castles, mountain fortresses, marble buildings, giant space ships, Horde: stick huts, sewers. lmfao.
@@chengda85 excuse me? Have you seen silvermoon? No no, better. Suramar makes every alliance city look like a back end slum. I like characters regardless of their factions. But when it comes to factions, i will always, always be horde.
"The Forsaken think we're weak. A broken people. They think we'll roll over like a scared dog. How wrong they are. We will fight them in the fields until the last trench collapses and the last cannon is silenced. We will fight them on the streets until the last shot is fired. And when there's no more ammunition, we'll crush their skulls with the stones that pave our city. We will fight them in the alleys, until our knuckles are skinned and bloody and our rapiers lay on the ground shattered. And if we find ourselves surrounded and disarmed... wounded and without hope... we will lift our heads in defiance and spit in their faces. But we will... NEVER SURRENDER!!!!! FOR GILNEAS!!!" Now they have another sacked home to avenge...I hope we see the Worgen out here with the Night Elves, Darnassus was every bit as much their city too.
Good to see the savage Night Elves are back, the ones that made even Grom Hellscream's blood run cold. They had been domesticated by the Alliance for far too long!
Honestly, we've never even seen close to what malfurion can really do. Dudes one of the most powerful beings in warcraft lore. Hes been nerfed though for story reasons i guess idk.
@@MalrickEQ2 Malfurion was able to hurt Archimonde, even if just a little bit, during the War of the Ancients. And it was Malfurion's ritual that killed Archimonde during the Third War. Anyone who can even so much as hurt a small pinkie on a demon lord such as Archimonde, is no joke. This is why Broxigar is considered one if not the greatest orc warrior who ever lived.
@@崩星咆哮炮 Blizzard finally remembered of the guy who back in WC3, bitchslapped an undead base with an army of sticks. Communicated with sticks. Used a stick to turn sticks into living sticks AND used a stick to command a bunch of Christmas Balls to give an oversized blueberry an epileptic mental breakdown.
It's arguable if thrall was stronger than malf. When thrall was at his prime they were probably even. Also an argument can be made for azshara if we still consider her humanoid.... But that's up for debate.
The version of whiny Malfurion in Val was the illusion of him created by Xavius. You could tell. In the instance when real Malf was talking to the shade he was much more bold.
Well the alliance officially won both warfronts and the faction war of BfA. Nathanos is dead and Tyrande is somewhere in the shadowlands superpowered ready to end Sylvanas. That looks like vengeance to me.
Yep, his aggnorance killed Alysrazar and Ysera, brought Tyrande in danger with Xavius. Ohh and wait... Cenarius died because of that. He was definitly helpfull recently :3 @@DrLaonikos
@@Amonieyt It was always Xavius' plan to use the Tear of Elune on Ysera. Even if Malfurion hadn't rushed into a fight, I don't see how he would have prevented that from happening.
I hope everyone realizes that the "troll ancestry" was a retcon. And a bad one as well. Yea, but I get Blizzard writers have a lot of problems with knowing their own lore, or understanding basic scientific principles. As in, when they stated the Jinyu (fish people) have evolved out of murlocs (amphibians/frog people). lel.
@@Amphitera Not really, people for a long time had wondered if Elves and Trolls were related due to distinctly similar features. Both the Elves and Jinyu involved exposure to magic over a long period of time as well. Also to be a retcon we'd have to have known where Elves originated from before hand which we did not. We had origins for Gnomes, Dwarves, even Humans on Azeroth but not Elves or Trolls
the actually kinda harrowing and ominous Night Elves of playing WarCraft III for the first time are finally back? original Night Elf campaign had some awesome dark atmosphere.. up there with going into the Eastern Plaguelands for the first time in WoW vanilla.
@@DeathbyPixels I don't *want* to disappoint you, but let's just say that we already know the ending of this scenario, and it's kinda embarrassing for Tyrande and Malfurion.
@@georgethomas4367 "Kinda" is an understatement. Heck, the ending of this trailer is embarrassing for them. SYLVANAS was terrified at the thought of facing both of them together BEFORE Tyrande got her power up. Nathanos should be running in terror.
haha I've always been Horde so the Orc mission where Grom goes logging is my fave... but the Night Elves had 2 of my other top faves... that 'defend the caravan' one in TFT (Shards of the Alliance) and the 1st NE mission in ROC... cuz Tyrande looks cool on the cliff above the sunset and you get to kill both Orcs _and_ Humans haha never did like the 2 factions they went with in WoW... should have been RvRvR like Dark Age of Camelot ~ Malfurion should have forgiven and joined Thrall and the tauren, while the humans, dwarves, and gnomes, and then blood elves, undead, and forest trolls were the evil one or something
I guess he has the (Greater Entangle) version. :-P That would make a good ending move. However if target is not killed by (Greater Entangle) caster takes 70% hp loss.
@@anulire Nah, Illidan was too "long-term goal" to take sides; he never showed any interest in the ongoing faction war during the events of Legion, just because he knew there was a bigger picture to focus on. If he were in BfA, Illidan would probably just be wearing a shiny new bling necklace and scooping up as much Azerite as he could find.
To be fair, he's almost within sight of Teldrassil's ashes, where countless innocents were burned alive along with his ancient home. He's pretty pissed at the Horde, and doesn't care about the details right now.
@@JasonSmith-fe2fx The orc was a warrior like the others, not a peon. He had an axe and full plate armour and was ready to fight. He was also actively carrying out a military logistic operation. He doesn't classify as innocent under any definition. In contrast, most of the elves that died in Teldrassil were civilians, including children, who were trapped in the city during an undeclared war. You can't compare these situations.
@@JasonSmith-fe2fx As opposed to being burned alive? Both are horrible ways to die, but who started it? I think both side are long past mercy by now, especially Malfurion after what happened to his people. You also argued that burning Teldrassil was aimed at 'killing hope'. I'd also argue that burying someone alive in front of the only survivor also has an aim, which is to spread fear in the enemy.
They're just giving Sylvanas more troops making it HARDER to reclaim their home...I think their actions are reckless right now and are being based on emotions instead of logic. And I play Alliance. edit: changed it to a different word, as someone said, better suited to their actions.
@@darthsnow657, the timing of their actions is questionable indeed. The main bulk of the Alliance forces is assaulting Dazar'alor, while the Night Elves insist on attacking Darkshore. However, *childish* is a strong word. Imagine seeing your home burned down. Your loved ones killed. Man, I would also be *reckless* . And that's the best part, good sir! The Alliance characters are finally showing some personality. The Night Elves are starting to look like the savage warriors they were back in Warcraft 3. Is it a brilliant move on their part? No. But it adds a strong dose of realism to the story. And I love it.
@@randomnessocity Except he isn't. The datamined files are already out. Nathanos runs with his tail between his legs but I won't spoil the rest as it has big implications for the future.
Ya that's what I was thinking. I hope blizzard really milks this story line with the night elf's. I know they are still pissed in the book too. So it's looking good.
The horde kinda forgot the fact that the elves had a large empire before they started doing the whole "One with nature" thing (aka being a hippie) and missed the fact you usually don't create and maintain empires by being nice
Maybe he’s sick or high? It’s always been for the dark lady, mr. friendzone has never shown care for the rest of us in the Horde lol is..is he finally going to be...a decent person...maybe actually say hello instead of a grumpy what do you want... Nah who am I kidding Sylvanus has him wrapped around her finger lol
To be fair, you actually see his mouth getting covered before he gets swallowed by the ground - I bet he got strangled and crushed rather than "drowned"
@@carmagadon11 the Night Song, introduced during in the soundtrack of Cataclysm, is the night elves version of Lament of the Highborne. You can hear it in some areas of Ashenvale, the alliance garrison and aparentlly in the Ysera quest line in legion
@@franklyanthony1786 Saurfangs life wasn't in danger, if he was then it wouldn't be a cowardice move. That's the whole point, throwing the axe at someone that you are actively fighting, and is actually a threat to your life, isn't cowardice. Throwing your axe at someones back, when they are occupied by another foe, and litterally NO threat to you, is cowardice.. Litterally has NOTHING to do with survival. You get it? Or do I have to spell it out even more for you?
Lore wise, Malfurion is a great character, especially if you belong to the generation that played Warcraft III. It is very good to see him getting some well deserved respect after so many years being neglected or worse, used in a bad way. Also, it is worth noting that after so many poor written stories and bad plot choices in the last few years, Blizzard is trying to bring the Night Elves back to their original essence: Ancient and wild guardians of nature.
What we saw here is just a fraction of his power if we believe the books. Don't forget he with a help of Teldrassil and Nordrassil alone stopped nightmare in Emerald Dream in Stormrage book. Hold entire Darkshore alone not to be wrecked apart after Deathwing rised etc etc
I understand he was a badass in Warcraft 3. I’m talking about world of Warcraft specifically. Every time he is featured in wow, he is shown as weak, confused and in constant need of help. I understand he contributed during the cataclysm and with the nightmare. However, when it comes to fighting the horde, he wants no part in it, even if his lands and people are being destroyed. You see a glimpse in the invasion of darkshore with the wisp wall, but then is easily struck down by saurfang, even if it was a cheap shot from behind. He is my favorite Warcraft character, which is my I want to see more of him in wow.
(P.S. I would really appreciate it blizzard if you added night elf worgen for an allied race. The forbidden form needs to be unleashed in these dark times!)
Wyvernmilk Sorry but that Night Elf Pride got turned to ash at the beginning of the expansion, just wait till Sylvanas gets her hands on Malfurion and Tyrande. Lmfao
@@rivh4246 Yeah, she incinerated a tree with infants, children and generally unarmed forces with no battle power. Woohoo, that Sylvanas and her honor. Also, do you have any idea how INSANELY powerful is Malfurion? He can solo the entire armed forces of Sylvanas by himself while Tyrande goes 1v1 with her. Learn your lore before taking. Andlet's not forget what Sylvanas did on lore as her greatest achievement. Killed by Arthas... Wow, what a leader.
T.H. Monstar Yet Tyrande and Malfurion with all their power couldn’t stop a little fire from burning down their entire home. She got killed by the Lich King, who is leagues more powerful than Malfurion and Tyrande combined, so please keep talking about how great they are. Oh wait, they aren’t which is why Teldrassil burned and Malfurion got one shot by Saurfang but lived because of “mUh HonOR.”
@@rivh4246 You know that night elves in general are the most peaceful race in WoW universe together with Taurens right? You DO NOT mess with people who know how to hold their anger because THIS and much worse happens, some events are also done by god's hand (blizzard) just to trigger other events. If Sylvanas didn't burn the tree she would literally be a warchief that did NOTHING in her rule. Something needed to be done and blizzard executives found it. There. Now that you know the whole story, lorewise she can get soloed with one shot by Mafurion. End of story, this is not even debatable at this point.
"We will hold this ground.. for the horde." He somehow made that sound like an order than a rallying speech which is usually when you hear it. He knew they were in for a well deserved beating.
I guess Malfy and Tygirl are getting reforged as well now that WC3 is 😂😂😂 it's about time they start acting like the ancient bad asses they were supposed to be in WoW
Once blizzard decided Vol'jin to take action, he died after one update. If they can manage to kill someone has almost godlike powers (Shadow hunter, shadow shaman, shadow priest, witch doctor, rogue and bit from all the other classes), I would like to see malfurion or tyrande dead. Maybe both. Both is better.
@@jiado6893 Theres soemthing to be said about the fury of good people being pushed too far. The Nightelves have for many years (centuries?) tried to distance themselves from their savage past...The Burning of Teldrassil/wonton slaughter of innocents was the absolute LAST straw for them. and I for one am looking forward to seeing the return to form.
So far the warfronts have been following the same race pairings as the Orb of Deception. Humans vs orcs, night elves vs forsaken. Maybe the next one will be trolls vs dwarves.
The thing is, those four factions made the most sense to pick, because they were the playables back in WC3. That meant throwbacks and easy unit and structure inspiration. This is why we see the return of certain ancients for the night elves and meat wagons for the undead, despite them not being used since WC3.
Zawsze Eating it’s called being a genius dipshit. Sylvanas didn’t fall in love with him because he looked pretty, you know. Don’t get your hopes up. Oh, I don’t think Nathanos can actually defeat them. But he won’t need to. Just distract them, Queen Azhara will do the actual bumping off.
@@sunwalkeredaaga4154 Dude...Nathanos has *NO* experience leading large scale operations.Guerilla tactics,hit and run tactics etc sure,but he is no master strategist
@@nickathanas1898 Except...he does, he was the Regent-Lord of Quel'thalas before Lor'thamar only topped by Sylvanas so i mean i think he does have some experience...just...maybe...a...bit
"My race is finally badass again." only took you your holy home to be burned down after centuries of expansions.. Legion tries to destroy Azeroth: *nightelfes asleep Sargeras struck down his sword in Azeroth: *nightelfes asleep Battle against Horde in Lordaeron: *nightelfes asleeep Teldrassil gets burned down: *nightelfes asleeep Fighting over ashes: *Nightelfes woke af
Have u ever thought about it, that horde always was better because they could get what they want and ally is just using peace as a shield so they wount be questioned because of there useless and weaknesses?
"We will hold this ground, for the Horde" - Yeah okay Nathanos but I'm pretty sure Malfurion, Tyrande and a bunch of battle ready, super pissed off Night Elves could just brush you and your small band of random Orcs off like specs of dust.
You forget, all the devs only play Horde. The quest is up in the PTS. It is embarrassing how bad it goes for the two most powerful characters in the canon.
Malcolm Zzerosignal yea she did! Sylvanas has a 90ft pinebox waiting for her with her name on the gravestone “Here Lies Sylvanas Dead in 2018 Cause of death: Broken snapped neck and sudden brain tumor!”
I am a horde fanboy at heart, but man am I glad to see the nightelves going back to their roots and showing off the savagery that nearly convinced me to play alliance all those years ago!! Not gonna lie unless someone in the horde does something drastic we are going to go down bloody and thrashing but not accomplishing much. Hope Sylvanus has a better plan or Saurfang. I originally joined the horde because i wanted to be in the evil faction so this is actually very exciting to me. Can't wait to see where it goes.
Man as a die hard Alliance main since vanilla that was a very satisfying cry of terror at 1:26 before he got eaten alive by the dirt and vines. So satisfying. VENGEANCE FOR TELDRASSIL!
not for the horde....for sylvanas big difference, buddy FOR THRALL!!! FOR VOL'JIN!!! FOR SAURFANG!!!!!!!! FOR THE TRUE HORDE!!! STRENGTH IN THEIR ARMS, RESPECT IN THEIR MIND, HONOR IN THEIR HEARTHS!!!
Sylvanas fights for the Horde. Her methods are not traditional Horde tactics but her reasoning is sound. As an nigh immortal Elf/Undead, her plans factor in the long term that most races don't see. Sylvanas realises that the only path to a truly lasting peace is a complete victory for either side. The longest peace between the Alliance and the Horde was the gap between the 2nd and 3rd War when it was a complete Alliance victory. All subsequently armistice between the two factions rarely last more than a year. And each time, as both Alliance and Horde grows stronger in terms of destructive magical knowledge and technology, the cost grows higher. Now that Azerite has been introduced, and it's destructive power being so evident even before either faction could properly research it, Sylvanas realises the destructive capabilities of either faction would cause mutually assured destruction. The only way forward to secure true peace is to move fast, strike now, secure Azerite and ensure the opposition will never be able to retaliate with any meaningful force for generations.
Malfurion is the single strongest being on Azeroth. He is an extension of the planet. It is about time they show him as not being pathetic. Also, Tyrande looks awesome when pissed.
