{"id":526816,"date":"2025-03-18T02:35:17","date_gmt":"2025-03-18T02:35:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/?p=526816"},"modified":"2025-03-18T02:35:17","modified_gmt":"2025-03-18T02:35:17","slug":"is-illidan-half-elf","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-illidan-half-elf\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Illidan half elf?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-illidan-half-elf\/#Is_Illidan_Half_Elf_Unraveling_the_Truth_Behind_the_Betrayers_Lineage\" title=\"Is Illidan Half Elf? Unraveling the Truth Behind the Betrayer&#8217;s Lineage\">Is Illidan Half Elf? Unraveling the Truth Behind the Betrayer&#8217;s Lineage<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-illidan-half-elf\/#Illidans_Night_Elf_Origins_A_Family_Affair\" title=\"Illidan&#8217;s Night Elf Origins: A Family Affair\">Illidan&#8217;s Night Elf Origins: A Family Affair<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-illidan-half-elf\/#The_Importance_of_Parentage_in_Azerothian_Lore\" title=\"The Importance of Parentage in Azerothian Lore\">The Importance of Parentage in Azerothian Lore<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-illidan-half-elf\/#The_Transformations_More_Than_Meets_the_Eye\" title=\"The Transformations: More Than Meets the Eye\">The Transformations: More Than Meets the Eye<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-illidan-half-elf\/#Fel_Energy_A_Corrupting_Influence_Not_a_Racial_Modifier\" title=\"Fel Energy: A Corrupting Influence, Not a Racial Modifier\">Fel Energy: A Corrupting Influence, Not a Racial Modifier<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-illidan-half-elf\/#Dispelling_the_%E2%80%9CHalf-Elf%E2%80%9D_Myth\" title=\"Dispelling the &#8220;Half-Elf&#8221; Myth\">Dispelling the &#8220;Half-Elf&#8221; Myth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-illidan-half-elf\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-illidan-half-elf\/#1_What_is_Illidans_full_name\" title=\"1. What is Illidan&#8217;s full name?\">1. What is Illidan&#8217;s full name?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-illidan-half-elf\/#2_Who_are_Illidans_parents\" title=\"2. Who are Illidan&#8217;s parents?\">2. Who are Illidan&#8217;s parents?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-illidan-half-elf\/#3_Is_Malfurion_Stormrage_related_to_Illidan\" title=\"3. Is Malfurion Stormrage related to Illidan?\">3. Is Malfurion Stormrage related to Illidan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-illidan-half-elf\/#4_Why_does_Illidan_look_different_from_other_night_elves\" title=\"4. Why does Illidan look different from other night elves?\">4. Why does Illidan look different from other night elves?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-illidan-half-elf\/#5_What_is_fel_energy_and_how_did_it_affect_Illidan\" title=\"5. What is fel energy, and how did it affect Illidan?\">5. What is fel energy, and how did it affect Illidan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-illidan-half-elf\/#6_Did_Illidan_willingly_embrace_demonic_power\" title=\"6. Did Illidan willingly embrace demonic power?\">6. Did Illidan willingly embrace demonic power?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-illidan-half-elf\/#7_What_are_the_Warglaives_of_Azzinoth\" title=\"7. What are the Warglaives of Azzinoth?\">7. What are the Warglaives of Azzinoth?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-illidan-half-elf\/#8_Was_Illidan_a_hero_or_a_villain\" title=\"8. Was Illidan a hero or a villain?\">8. Was Illidan a hero or a villain?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-illidan-half-elf\/#9_How_long_was_Illidan_imprisoned\" title=\"9. How long was Illidan imprisoned?\">9. How long was Illidan imprisoned?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-illidan-half-elf\/#10_Who_imprisoned_Illidan\" title=\"10. Who imprisoned Illidan?\">10. Who imprisoned Illidan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-illidan-half-elf\/#11_What_role_did_Kiljaeden_play_in_Illidans_transformation\" title=\"11. What role did Kil&#8217;jaeden play in Illidan&#8217;s transformation?\">11. What role did Kil&#8217;jaeden play in Illidan&#8217;s transformation?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-illidan-half-elf\/#12_Did_Illidan_ever_betray_Azeroth\" title=\"12. Did Illidan ever betray Azeroth?\">12. Did Illidan ever betray Azeroth?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-illidan-half-elf\/#13_What_happened_to_Illidan_at_the_end_of_the_Burning_Crusade_expansion\" title=\"13. What happened to Illidan at the end of the Burning Crusade expansion?\">13. What happened to Illidan at the end of the Burning Crusade expansion?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-illidan-half-elf\/#14_Was_Illidan_truly_defeated_in_the_Black_Temple\" title=\"14. Was Illidan truly defeated in the Black Temple?\">14. Was Illidan truly defeated in the Black Temple?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-illidan-half-elf\/#15_What_is_Illidans_legacy_in_the_Warcraft_universe\" title=\"15. What is Illidan&#8217;s legacy in the Warcraft universe?\">15. What is Illidan&#8217;s legacy in the Warcraft universe?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Illidan_Half_Elf_Unraveling_the_Truth_Behind_the_Betrayers_Lineage\"><\/span>Is Illidan Half Elf? Unraveling the Truth Behind the Betrayer&#8217;s Lineage<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>The burning question that has plagued Azerothian scholars and armchair loremasters for decades: <strong>Is Illidan Stormrage half elf?<\/strong> The answer, definitively, is <strong>no<\/strong>. Illidan Stormrage is a <strong>night elf<\/strong>, born to night elf parents, and remains fundamentally a night elf, despite the numerous transformative events that have shaped his appearance and abilities. While he has interacted with demons and undergone significant magical alterations, these changes do not alter his fundamental racial origin. This article will explore the details of Illidan&#8217;s lineage, the transformations he underwent, and dispel the lingering myths surrounding his elven heritage.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Illidans_Night_Elf_Origins_A_Family_Affair\"><\/span>Illidan&#8217;s Night Elf Origins: A Family Affair<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Illidan was born to <strong>Jarod Shadowsong<\/strong> and his wife, <strong>Myrah<\/strong>, both prominent night elves. This firmly establishes his birthright as a full-blooded night elf. He grew up alongside his twin brother, Malfurion Stormrage, in a time when night elf society thrived, deeply connected to the Well of Eternity and immersed in arcane magic. This upbringing shaped both brothers, leading them down vastly different, yet equally impactful, paths.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Importance_of_Parentage_in_Azerothian_Lore\"><\/span>The Importance of Parentage in Azerothian Lore<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In the lore of Warcraft, parentage is generally a defining factor in determining one&#8217;s race. While magical influence and external forces can cause significant physical and even mental alterations, they do not inherently rewrite one&#8217;s genetic makeup. Think of it like baking a cake: you can add frosting, sprinkles, and candles, but it remains a cake at its core. Illidan is the night elf cake, albeit one with a generous layer of demonic frosting.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Transformations_More_Than_Meets_the_Eye\"><\/span>The Transformations: More Than Meets the Eye<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Illidan&#8217;s physical appearance deviates significantly from the typical night elf. The most noticeable changes are his <strong>demonic wings<\/strong>, his <strong>warglaives of Azzinoth<\/strong>, and, most prominently, the <strong>fel energy<\/strong> that permeates his being. These transformations stemmed from several key events:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Absorbing the Skull of Gul&#8217;dan:<\/strong> This act infused him with immense demonic power, granting him visions and influencing his physical form.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Imprisonment and Isolation:<\/strong> Ten thousand years of imprisonment profoundly impacted him, likely exacerbating the effects of the fel energy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rituals and Experimentation:<\/strong> Kil&#8217;jaeden further enhanced Illidan&#8217;s power, solidifying his connection to the Burning Legion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fel_Energy_A_Corrupting_Influence_Not_a_Racial_Modifier\"><\/span>Fel Energy: A Corrupting Influence, Not a Racial Modifier<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It&#8217;s crucial to understand that <strong>fel energy<\/strong> corrupts and transforms, but it doesn&#8217;t rewrite DNA. While it can alter physical features and grant demonic abilities, it doesn&#8217;t fundamentally change Illidan&#8217;s night elf origins. He still possesses the essence of a night elf, albeit one heavily tainted by demonic power. Think of it as a powerful filter applied to a photograph \u2013 the underlying image remains, but its appearance is drastically altered.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dispelling_the_%E2%80%9CHalf-Elf%E2%80%9D_Myth\"><\/span>Dispelling the &#8220;Half-Elf&#8221; Myth<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The confusion regarding Illidan&#8217;s lineage likely stems from his appearance and the drastic changes he underwent. However, the misconception of Illidan being a half-elf is unfounded for several reasons:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>No Evidence of Cross-Species Breeding:<\/strong> There is no lore to suggest that night elves can successfully breed with demons to create fertile offspring. The nature of demons and their interaction with mortal races usually involves corruption or possession, not interbreeding.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lack of Biological Basis:<\/strong> Even if cross-species breeding were possible, the resulting offspring would likely be classified as a hybrid, not a &#8220;half-elf.&#8221; Illidan&#8217;s fundamental essence remains night elven, despite the demonic influences.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Warcraft Universe&#8217;s Racial Definitions:<\/strong> In the Warcraft universe, race is primarily determined by birth and ancestral lineage, not by magical alterations or environmental influences.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here are some of the most common questions regarding Illidan Stormrage and his lineage:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_Illidans_full_name\"><\/span>1. What is Illidan&#8217;s full name?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>His full name is <strong>Illidan Stormrage<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Who_are_Illidans_parents\"><\/span>2. Who are Illidan&#8217;s parents?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Illidan&#8217;s parents are <strong>Jarod Shadowsong<\/strong> and his wife, <strong>Myrah<\/strong>, both night elves.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Is_Malfurion_Stormrage_related_to_Illidan\"><\/span>3. Is Malfurion Stormrage related to Illidan?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, <strong>Malfurion Stormrage<\/strong> is Illidan&#8217;s <strong>twin brother<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Why_does_Illidan_look_different_from_other_night_elves\"><\/span>4. Why does Illidan look different from other night elves?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Illidan&#8217;s appearance has been significantly altered due to the <strong>absorption of the Skull of Gul&#8217;dan<\/strong>, the <strong>influence of fel energy<\/strong>, and other <strong>magical transformations<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_is_fel_energy_and_how_did_it_affect_Illidan\"><\/span>5. What is fel energy, and how did it affect Illidan?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Fel energy<\/strong> is a corrupting force derived from the Twisting Nether. It granted Illidan immense power but also twisted his body and mind.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Did_Illidan_willingly_embrace_demonic_power\"><\/span>6. Did Illidan willingly embrace demonic power?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The answer to this question is complex. Illidan believed that he was using demonic power as a weapon against the Burning Legion, but his methods were often extreme and morally questionable. He walked a fine line, often blurring the distinction between fighting fire with fire and becoming the fire itself.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_What_are_the_Warglaives_of_Azzinoth\"><\/span>7. What are the Warglaives of Azzinoth?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>Warglaives of Azzinoth<\/strong> are a pair of powerful demonic blades that Illidan wielded. They are iconic symbols of his power and martial prowess.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Was_Illidan_a_hero_or_a_villain\"><\/span>8. Was Illidan a hero or a villain?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Illidan&#8217;s morality is complex and debated amongst players. He performed actions that could be seen as both heroic and villainous, often blurring the lines between good and evil. His motivations, however, were often driven by a desire to protect Azeroth, even if his methods were extreme.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_How_long_was_Illidan_imprisoned\"><\/span>9. How long was Illidan imprisoned?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Illidan was imprisoned for <strong>ten thousand years<\/strong> for his actions during the War of the Ancients.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Who_imprisoned_Illidan\"><\/span>10. Who imprisoned Illidan?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Maiev Shadowsong<\/strong> was responsible for imprisoning Illidan, and she dedicated her life to ensuring he remained contained.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_What_role_did_Kiljaeden_play_in_Illidans_transformation\"><\/span>11. What role did Kil&#8217;jaeden play in Illidan&#8217;s transformation?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Kil&#8217;jaeden<\/strong> further enhanced Illidan&#8217;s power and solidified his connection to the Burning Legion, essentially making him a pawn in the Legion&#8217;s schemes, albeit a powerful and rebellious one.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Did_Illidan_ever_betray_Azeroth\"><\/span>12. Did Illidan ever betray Azeroth?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>While Illidan&#8217;s actions often caused chaos and destruction, his ultimate goal was to protect Azeroth from the Burning Legion. His methods, however, often involved questionable alliances and morally ambiguous choices.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_What_happened_to_Illidan_at_the_end_of_the_Burning_Crusade_expansion\"><\/span>13. What happened to Illidan at the end of the Burning Crusade expansion?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Illidan was defeated by adventurers in the <strong>Black Temple<\/strong> and subsequently killed by Maiev Shadowsong.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Was_Illidan_truly_defeated_in_the_Black_Temple\"><\/span>14. Was Illidan truly defeated in the Black Temple?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, Illidan was not permanently killed in the Black Temple. His soul was eventually recovered and resurrected during the Legion expansion.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_What_is_Illidans_legacy_in_the_Warcraft_universe\"><\/span>15. What is Illidan&#8217;s legacy in the Warcraft universe?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Illidan&#8217;s legacy is complex and multifaceted. He is remembered as a powerful, enigmatic figure who fought against the Burning Legion, albeit through controversial means. His story is a cautionary tale about the dangers of wielding power and the complexities of morality in a world at war. Discover more about the nuanced stories and educational aspects of games at the <strong>Games Learning Society<\/strong>: <strong>https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is Illidan Half Elf? Unraveling the Truth Behind the Betrayer&#8217;s Lineage The burning question that has plagued Azerothian scholars and armchair loremasters for decades: Is Illidan Stormrage half elf? The answer, definitively, is no. Illidan Stormrage is a night elf, born to night elf parents, and remains fundamentally a night elf, despite the numerous transformative &#8230; <a title=\"Is Illidan half elf?\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-illidan-half-elf\/\" aria-label=\"More on Is Illidan half elf?\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-526816","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/526816","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=526816"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/526816\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=526816"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=526816"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=526816"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}