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| − | '''Maldraxxi''' are the various types of undead that inhabit the eponymous realm of the [[Shadowlands]] known as [[Maldraxxus]]. As part of their credo, those who enter into Maldraxxus are able to reshape themselves into any form they see fit. While some, such as [[Draka]] and [[Alexandros Mograine]] choose to keep their original |
+ | '''Maldraxxi''' are the various types of undead that inhabit the eponymous realm of the [[Shadowlands]] known as [[Maldraxxus]]. As part of their credo, those who enter into Maldraxxus are able to reshape themselves into any form they see fit. While some, such as [[Draka]] and [[Alexandros Mograine]] choose to keep their original bodies; many shift into greater or imposing forms. |
==Types of Maldraxxi== |
==Types of Maldraxxi== |
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The Gladiators make their appearance predominantly in the [[Necrolord Covenant]] as part of the forces of Baroness Draka and Baron Mograine, though they also make up the treasonous host of [[Baron Vyraz]], who usurped the House of the Chosen from Krexus after slaying him. |
The Gladiators make their appearance predominantly in the [[Necrolord Covenant]] as part of the forces of Baroness Draka and Baron Mograine, though they also make up the treasonous host of [[Baron Vyraz]], who usurped the House of the Chosen from Krexus after slaying him. |
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| + | ====Notable==== |
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| + | *{{RaceIcon|Krexus}} [[Margrave Krexus]] |
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| + | *[[Baron Vyraz]] |
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| + | ====Notes==== |
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| + | *The female version has the Kul Tiran female animation rig. The male version has the ogre animation rig with a different standing posture. |
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| + | *Their sound files are named "Maldraxxus Gladiator".<ref>[https://www.wowhead.com/sound=166298/mon-maldraxxusgladiator-attack-00-166298 - MON_MaldraxxusGladiator_Attack_00_166298]</ref> |
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| + | ====Gallery==== |
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| + | <gallery> |
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| + | Wing Guard Alamar.png|Male gladiator |
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| + | Prime Shieldguard.png|Female gladiator |
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| + | Margrave Krexus.jpg|[[Margrave Krexus]] |
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| + | Afterlives - Krexus.png|Krexus in ''[[Afterlives]]'' without a helmet |
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| + | </gallery> |
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===Necromancers=== |
===Necromancers=== |
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A form typically adopted by spellcasters and researchers; the necromancers of Maldraxxus draw reminiscent claim to the [[Lich]]es and mortal necromancers of Azeroth. Adorned in flowing robes with magnificent crystals and dark hoods, these undead typically fall into the employ of the [[House of Rituals]] as eponymous necromancers, the [[House of Constructs]] as those who piece together the various abominations that give the house its name and, before its destruction, the [[House of Plagues]] as researchers such as [[Plague Deviser Marileth]]. |
A form typically adopted by spellcasters and researchers; the necromancers of Maldraxxus draw reminiscent claim to the [[Lich]]es and mortal necromancers of Azeroth. Adorned in flowing robes with magnificent crystals and dark hoods, these undead typically fall into the employ of the [[House of Rituals]] as eponymous necromancers, the [[House of Constructs]] as those who piece together the various abominations that give the house its name and, before its destruction, the [[House of Plagues]] as researchers such as [[Plague Deviser Marileth]]. |
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| − | Despite this, necromancers could be found in the employ of the Chosen and Eyes, though in lesser numbers. Some of these necromancers also seem to take on the path of the warrior, fighting with blades or riding atop massive beasts. |
+ | Despite this, necromancers could be found in the employ of the Chosen and Eyes, though in lesser numbers. Some of these necromancers also seem to take on the path of the warrior, fighting with blades or riding atop massive beasts. Necromancers experiment on the [[soul]]s of the ambitious and contentious, reforming only the greatest into undead soldiers who protect the [[Shadowlands]].<ref>[https://worldofwarcraft.com/en-us/shadowlands/covenant/necrolords worldofwarcraft.com - Shadowlands]</ref> |
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| + | ====Notes==== |
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| + | *Necromancers are visually inspired by the [[Necromancer (Warcraft III)|undead unit of the same name]] from ''[[Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos|Warcraft III]]''. Artist [[Matthew McKeown]] started designing the Maldraxxian necromancers by pushing shapes to get a distinct silhouette and incorporating iconic elements from the ''Warcraft III'' necromancers, such as crossing daggers, large sleeves, and a giant spell book. These elements show the necromancers' ritualistic nature and keeps them recognizable as necromancers that players know. Since necromancers live alongside [[lich]]es in the [[House of Rituals]], they wear similar purple-and-gold clothing and have similarly-shaped skulls with long chins resembling Egyptian pharaohs.<ref>{{Ref web|url=https://www.polygon.com/2020/9/24/21452645/world-of-warcraft-maldraxxus-zone-preview-shadowlands-lore|title=World of Warcraft’s Maldraxxus is the grittiest zone in the Shadowlands|author=Cass Marshall|publisher=Polygon|date=2020-09-24|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20200924153239/https://www.polygon.com/2020/9/24/21452645/world-of-warcraft-maldraxxus-zone-preview-shadowlands-lore|archivedate=2020-09-24}}</ref><ref>{{Ref web|url=https://sagamer.co.za/2020/09/24/a-deep-dive-into-maldraxxus-the-defenders-of-death/|title=A deep dive into Maldraxxus, the defenders of Death|author=Garth Holden|publisher=SA Gamer|date=2020-09-24|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20200924191925/https://sagamer.co.za/2020/09/24/a-deep-dive-into-maldraxxus-the-defenders-of-death/|archivedate=2020-09-24}}</ref> |
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| + | *They use the same animations as male [[Zandalari troll]]s. |
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| + | *The [[Afterlives]]: Maldraxxus necromancer has a five fingered hand, where the ones in-game have three fingers. |
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| + | ====Gallery==== |
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| + | <gallery> |
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| + | Malady Canker.png|A necromancer. |
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| + | Boil Master Yetch.png|A higher-ranking necromancer with more elaborate headdress and pauldrons. |
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| + | BlizzCon 2019 - Necrolord.jpg|A necromancer shown at [[BlizzCon 2019]]. |
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| + | Afterlives - Maldraxxus necromancer.png|[[Afterlives]]: Maldraxxus necromancer. |
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| + | </gallery> |
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===Scientists=== |
===Scientists=== |
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A form very reminiscent of the [[Forsaken]] of Azeroth, the Scientists of Maldraxxus are a semi-common form of undead that specialize, as the name implies, in scientific pursuits. These mad surgeons typically give their employ to the [[House of Constructs]] and the now fallen House of Plagues. They are typically accompanied either by vicious abominations and beasts of flesh, or plague-formed monstrosities as a result. Most carry backpacks with containers of plague upon their back, as well as numerous vials and potions from their unstable concoctions. Most unsettlingly, their heads are typically wrenched open; containing domes of what seem to be plague fluid or their exposed brains. |
A form very reminiscent of the [[Forsaken]] of Azeroth, the Scientists of Maldraxxus are a semi-common form of undead that specialize, as the name implies, in scientific pursuits. These mad surgeons typically give their employ to the [[House of Constructs]] and the now fallen House of Plagues. They are typically accompanied either by vicious abominations and beasts of flesh, or plague-formed monstrosities as a result. Most carry backpacks with containers of plague upon their back, as well as numerous vials and potions from their unstable concoctions. Most unsettlingly, their heads are typically wrenched open; containing domes of what seem to be plague fluid or their exposed brains. |
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| + | ====Notes==== |
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| + | *They use the same animations as the Forsaken male. They appear to be a spin on the [[Mad scientist]] characters that can be found in the Forsaken and Scourge. |
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===Skeletons=== |
===Skeletons=== |
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The ossein skeletons of Maldraxxus are some of the most numerous undead in Maldraxxus and seem to be the most common as well. Serving all five houses, these sinewy warriors serve a multitude of roles amongst the Maldraxxi; from serving as mages, warriors, craftsmen and fodder. They are shown to be capable of being summoned by some of the greater necromancer maldraxxi in great numbers, though they should not be underestimated. Quite a few skeletons serve in high positions, such as [[Bonesmith Heirmir]], who was apprenticed by the [[Primus]] himself. |
The ossein skeletons of Maldraxxus are some of the most numerous undead in Maldraxxus and seem to be the most common as well. Serving all five houses, these sinewy warriors serve a multitude of roles amongst the Maldraxxi; from serving as mages, warriors, craftsmen and fodder. They are shown to be capable of being summoned by some of the greater necromancer maldraxxi in great numbers, though they should not be underestimated. Quite a few skeletons serve in high positions, such as [[Bonesmith Heirmir]], who was apprenticed by the [[Primus]] himself. |
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| + | *The [[Necrolord Covenant]] [[mage]] ability [[Deathborne]] transforms the caster into an ossein. |
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| + | *They use the [[Kul Tiran (playable)|Kul Tiran]] male rigging. |
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| + | *Their sound files are named "ossien".<ref>[https://www.wowhead.com/sound=155624/mon-ossien-summon-attack-01-155624 - MON_Ossien_Summon_Attack_01_155624]</ref> |
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| + | ==Speculation== |
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| + | In the [[Ossein Foundry]] there are [[Maldraxxus necromancer]]s called [[Ossein Boneshaper]]s and [[Maldraxxus gladiator]]s called [[Ossein Strongarm]]s meaning they could be in some way part of the ossein race, or they are just called that because of the location they are in. Their appearance in the ''[[Afterlives]]'' animated short could also indicate this as the necromancer looks almost the same as the ossein that appear in the animated short, and so far only Maldraxxus gladiator to appear without a helmet [[Margrave Krexus]] appears with a partially skeletal face. |
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| + | ;Afterlives animated short |
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| + | <gallery> |
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| + | Afterlives - House of Rituals.png |
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| + | Afterlives - House of Plagues.png |
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| + | Afterlives - House of Eyes.png |
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| + | Afterlives - House of the Chosen.png |
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| + | Afterlives - Draka vs traitors.png |
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| + | Afterlives - Protectors of Maldraxxus.png |
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| + | </gallery> |
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==References== |
==References== |
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Revision as of 22:04, 27 November 2020
| Maldraxxi | |
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| Faction/Affiliation | The Undying Army |
| Racial capital | Maldraxxus |
| Racial leader(s) |
Primus (formerly) The Margraves |
| Homeworld | Shadowlands |
Maldraxxi are the various types of undead that inhabit the eponymous realm of the Shadowlands known as Maldraxxus. As part of their credo, those who enter into Maldraxxus are able to reshape themselves into any form they see fit. While some, such as Draka and Alexandros Mograine choose to keep their original bodies; many shift into greater or imposing forms.
Types of Maldraxxi
As stated, the Maldraxxi take various forms and shapes to fit and suit their roles. From the imposing Gladiators to the stealthy Aranakk, some also choose largely unique shapes.
Gladiators
The Gladiators of Maldraxxus
The most powerful warriors and champions become gladiators within the ranks of the House of the Chosen. These peerless battlefield tacticians tirelessly train with a variety of rune-forged weapons and are unmatched in martial combat. They are much more stocky than their ossein skeleton companions; garbed in anything from simple small clothes to full sets of imposing boneplate armor. They are, as stated, almost exclusively in service to the House of the Chosen; seen as the hallmark warriors of the house. Amongst these warriors was the towering Margrave Krexus, whose staggering figure dwarfed the other gladiators by a significant size.
The Gladiators make their appearance predominantly in the Necrolord Covenant as part of the forces of Baroness Draka and Baron Mograine, though they also make up the treasonous host of Baron Vyraz, who usurped the House of the Chosen from Krexus after slaying him.
Notable
Notes
- The female version has the Kul Tiran female animation rig. The male version has the ogre animation rig with a different standing posture.
- Their sound files are named "Maldraxxus Gladiator".[1]
Gallery
Male gladiator
Female gladiator
Krexus in Afterlives without a helmet
Necromancers
The Necromancers of Maldraxxus
A form typically adopted by spellcasters and researchers; the necromancers of Maldraxxus draw reminiscent claim to the Liches and mortal necromancers of Azeroth. Adorned in flowing robes with magnificent crystals and dark hoods, these undead typically fall into the employ of the House of Rituals as eponymous necromancers, the House of Constructs as those who piece together the various abominations that give the house its name and, before its destruction, the House of Plagues as researchers such as Plague Deviser Marileth.
Despite this, necromancers could be found in the employ of the Chosen and Eyes, though in lesser numbers. Some of these necromancers also seem to take on the path of the warrior, fighting with blades or riding atop massive beasts. Necromancers experiment on the souls of the ambitious and contentious, reforming only the greatest into undead soldiers who protect the Shadowlands.[2]
Notes
- Necromancers are visually inspired by the undead unit of the same name from Warcraft III. Artist Matthew McKeown started designing the Maldraxxian necromancers by pushing shapes to get a distinct silhouette and incorporating iconic elements from the Warcraft III necromancers, such as crossing daggers, large sleeves, and a giant spell book. These elements show the necromancers' ritualistic nature and keeps them recognizable as necromancers that players know. Since necromancers live alongside liches in the House of Rituals, they wear similar purple-and-gold clothing and have similarly-shaped skulls with long chins resembling Egyptian pharaohs.[3][4]
- They use the same animations as male Zandalari trolls.
- The Afterlives: Maldraxxus necromancer has a five fingered hand, where the ones in-game have three fingers.
Gallery
- Malady Canker.png
A necromancer.
A higher-ranking necromancer with more elaborate headdress and pauldrons.
A necromancer shown at BlizzCon 2019.
Afterlives: Maldraxxus necromancer.
Scientists
The Mad Scientists of Maldraxxus
A form very reminiscent of the Forsaken of Azeroth, the Scientists of Maldraxxus are a semi-common form of undead that specialize, as the name implies, in scientific pursuits. These mad surgeons typically give their employ to the House of Constructs and the now fallen House of Plagues. They are typically accompanied either by vicious abominations and beasts of flesh, or plague-formed monstrosities as a result. Most carry backpacks with containers of plague upon their back, as well as numerous vials and potions from their unstable concoctions. Most unsettlingly, their heads are typically wrenched open; containing domes of what seem to be plague fluid or their exposed brains.
Notes
- They use the same animations as the Forsaken male. They appear to be a spin on the Mad scientist characters that can be found in the Forsaken and Scourge.
Skeletons
The Skeletons of Maldraxxus
The ossein skeletons of Maldraxxus are some of the most numerous undead in Maldraxxus and seem to be the most common as well. Serving all five houses, these sinewy warriors serve a multitude of roles amongst the Maldraxxi; from serving as mages, warriors, craftsmen and fodder. They are shown to be capable of being summoned by some of the greater necromancer maldraxxi in great numbers, though they should not be underestimated. Quite a few skeletons serve in high positions, such as Bonesmith Heirmir, who was apprenticed by the Primus himself.
Notes
- The Necrolord Covenant mage ability [Deathborne] transforms the caster into an ossein.
- They use the Kul Tiran male rigging.
- Their sound files are named "ossien".[5]
Speculation
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In the Ossein Foundry there are Maldraxxus necromancers called Ossein Boneshapers and Maldraxxus gladiators called Ossein Strongarms meaning they could be in some way part of the ossein race, or they are just called that because of the location they are in. Their appearance in the Afterlives animated short could also indicate this as the necromancer looks almost the same as the ossein that appear in the animated short, and so far only Maldraxxus gladiator to appear without a helmet Margrave Krexus appears with a partially skeletal face.
Gallery
- Afterlives animated short
References
- ^ - MON_MaldraxxusGladiator_Attack_00_166298
- ^ worldofwarcraft.com - Shadowlands
- ^ Cass Marshall 2020-09-24. World of Warcraft’s Maldraxxus is the grittiest zone in the Shadowlands. Polygon. Archived from the original on 2020-09-24.
- ^ Garth Holden 2020-09-24. A deep dive into Maldraxxus, the defenders of Death. SA Gamer. Archived from the original on 2020-09-24.
- ^ - MON_Ossien_Summon_Attack_01_155624
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