Why is Undercity Gone?
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The Undercity, once the capital city of the Forsaken undead of the Horde, is gone due to the devastating effects of the Scourge and the subsequent events that led to its destruction. The city, located in Tirisfal Glades, at the northern edge of the Eastern Kingdoms, was originally intended by Prince Arthas to be the Scourge’s seat of power, but it was abandoned and later became the home of the Forsaken, ruled by Sylvanas Windrunner.
History of Undercity
Introduction to Undercity
The Undercity was initially a system of sewers, crypts, and catacombs beneath the Capital City of Lordaeron. After the city was destroyed by the Scourge, Arthas had the underground warren expanded and rebuilt.
The Fall of Undercity
The Undercity was destroyed by the blight, and the Forsaken were left without a home. However, Sylvanas Windrunner rallied the Forsaken and gave them a new purpose, and they eventually made the city of Lordaeron, which was renamed Undercity, their new home.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Undercity
- What happened to the Undercity? The Undercity was destroyed by the blight.
- Where is the Undercity located? The Undercity is located in Tirisfal Glades, at the northern edge of the Eastern Kingdoms.
- Who rules the Undercity? The Undercity is ruled by Sylvanas Windrunner.
- What was the Undercity originally? The Undercity was originally a system of sewers, crypts, and catacombs beneath the Capital City of Lordaeron.
- Can you enter the Undercity after it has been destroyed? The Undercity is no longer accessible after its destruction.
Related to the Horde and Forsaken
- What is the relationship between the Undercity and the Horde? The Undercity is the capital city of the Forsaken undead of the Horde.
- Who are the Forsaken? The Forsaken are the free-willed undead who were rallied by Sylvanas Windrunner and made the Undercity their home.
- What is the significance of Sylvanas Windrunner? Sylvanas Windrunner is the leader of the Forsaken and the ruler of the Undercity.
Comparison with Other Locations
- What is the difference between Undercity and Zaun? Zaun is a polluted undercity located beneath Piltover, while the Undercity is the capital city of the Forsaken undead of the Horde.
- Is Undercity similar to other dungeons? The Undercity is similar to other dungeons in that it is a location that can be explored and ventured into.
Technical and Mechanical Aspects
- Can you venture into the Undercity without initiative? Players can only venture into the Undercity when they have the initiative.
- What happens when you finish the Undercity? Once you’ve finished the Undercity, if you still have the initiative, the cycle starts again from the first room.
- Is the Battle for Undercity fixed? The Battle for Undercity quest has been fixed, and players should be able to progress through the quest without issue.
Other Information
- Can you still do the Battle for Lordaeron? The Battle for Lordaeron is considered completed, and the quest to participate in the battle has been removed.
- Is there a portal in Undercity? There is a portal in the Undercity that leads to Silvermoon, located in one of the buildings above ground.