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Developer(s) | Blizzard Entertainment |
Publisher(s) | Blizzard Entertainment |
Release date | November 11, 2004 (NA), February, 2005 (EU) |
Genre | MMORPG |
Mode(s) | Massive Multiplayer Online |
Age rating(s) | ESRB: T |
Platform(s) | PC, Mac
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World of Warcraft is a MMORPG released by Blizzard Entertainment in the fall of 2004. It continues the story of Blizzard's Warcraft universe, picking up where Warcraft III and its expansion Warcraft III: The Frozen Throne left off.
There are two expansions for World of Warcraft with a third on the way. The first expansion, titled World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade, was released on January 16, 2007, the second, World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King, was released on November 13, 2008, the third, World of Warcraft: Cataclysm, was released on December 7, 2010, and the fourth, World of Warcraft: Mists of Pandaria, is due for later release.
The playable factions were once split into Alliance and Horde, each containing four races and nine classes, one of which was unique to each faction. Currently, there are six races for each of Alliance and Horde, one neutral race and eleven classes.
World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade added a new race for each faction (Draenei for the Alliance and Blood Elves for the Horde) and made all classes available to both factions. World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King added the Death Knight class. World of Warcraft: Cataclysm adds the Worgen race for the Alliance and Goblins for the Horde. World of Warcraft: Mists of Pandaria adds the monk class and the first neutral race: Pandaren.
Alliance Races and Classes
- See also Classes in World of Warcraft
Human
Humans are the most versatile Alliance race in terms of initial choice. They have been fighting the forces of the Horde since the beginning of Warcraft history. The Humans are the most diverse race in World of Warcraft, many of them have settled down as guards in alliance cities, other help by being medics, merchants, trainers, and civilian quest givers. Humans start in Northshire, and their capital city is Stormwind City.
They have the following class choices:
- Hunter
- Mage
- Paladin
- Priest
- Rogue
- Warlock
- Warrior
- Death Knight (as of Wrath of the Lich King)
- Monk (as of Mists of Pandaria)
Dwarf
The stout, burly Dwarves of Dun Morogh, are a very lore-based race. They come from Earthen elementals, also known as Titans, plagued by the Curse of Flesh. Modern dwarves have scottish accents, and they love drinking any sort of alchoholic beverages. Dwarves are seen as brute forces againt the horde forces, specially Paladins and Warriors, they are known for their defense and strenght.
They have the following class choices:
- Hunter
- Paladin
- Priest
- Rogue
- Warrior
- Death Knight (as of Wrath of the Lich King)
- Mage (as of Cataclysm)
- Shaman (as of Cataclysm)
- Warlock (as of Cataclysm)
- Monk (as of Mists of Pandaria)
Gnome
The bright, ingenious Gnomes of Gnomeregan, have suffered many casulaties as a result of the Trogg invasion of their home city. Most of the gnomes that didn't die, either escaped or are trapped in the mysterious halls of Gnomeregan. King Gelbin Mekkatorque had decided to open up the toxic gas, in order to diminsh the trogg population. This was true, but also, it began killing more Gnomes, and now Gnomeregan is overran by the Leper Gnomes, Dark Iron Dwarves, Rampant machinery, and the exiled self-proclaimed Gnome King, Sicco Thermaplugg.
They have the following class choices:
- Mage
- Rogue
- Warlock
- Warrior
- Death Knight (as of Wrath of the Lich King)
- Priest (as of Cataclysm)
- Monk (as of Mists of Pandaria)
Night Elves
The Night Elves can choose from the following classes:
- Druid
- Hunter
- Priest
- Rogue
- Warrior
- Death Knight (as of Wrath of the Lich King)
- Monk (as of Mists of Pandaria)
Draenei
The Draenei are a noble race, they have crashed down into Azuremyst Island and there are a few scarce survivors. As a Draenei, you must help around the crash site, fighting off the wild creatures, and helping scan the environment for Blood elves, and Draenei. You can only play as a Draenei if you have purchased the Burning Crusade expansion pack.
Draenei can choose from the following classes:
- Hunter
- Mage
- Paladin
- Priest
- Shaman
- Warrior
- Death Knight (as of Wrath of the Lich King)
- Monk (as of Mists of Pandaria)
Worgen
The Worgen are Humans that have been infected from the plague. They have the ability to transform into a wolf form called a Worgen and back to a Human. They have allied with the Alliance faction. Their home city is Gilneas, and they are loyal to Genn Greymane.
They have the following class choices:
Horde Races and Classes
Orc
Orcs can choose from the following classes:
- Hunter
- Rogue
- Shaman
- Warlock
- Warrior
- Death Knight (as of Wrath of the Lich King)
- Monk (as of Mists of Pandaria)
Troll
Trolls can choose from the following classes:
- Hunter
- Mage
- Priest
- Rogue
- Shaman
- Warrior
- Death Knight (as of Wrath of the Lich King)
- Monk (as of Mists of Pandaria)
Tauren
The Tauren can choose from the following classes:
- Druid
- Hunter
- Shaman
- Warrior
- Death Knight (as of Wrath of the Lich King)
- Paladin (as of Cataclysm)
- Monk (as of Mists of Pandaria)
Blood Elves
The Blood Elves can choose from the following classes:
- Hunter
- Mage
- Rogue
- Paladin
- Priest
- Warlock
- Death Knight (as of Wrath of the Lich King)
- Monk (as of Mists of Pandaria)
Goblin
The Goblins can choose from the following classes:
Forsaken
The Forsaken can choose from the following classes:
Neutral races
Neutral races do not generally belong to either the Alliance or the Horde. Faction allegiance is decided on an individual basis.
Pandaren
The Pandaren can choose from the following classes:
Collector's Edition
The Collector's Edition of the original World of Warcraft release was more than just a pretty box. Anyone lucky enough to snatch this beauty up is greeted by copies of the game on both CD and DVD, a beautiful art book and soundtrack, and an in-game pet.
Collector's Editions of expansion packs also exist, providing players with unique in-game pets.
External Links
- www.worldofwarcraft.com: The official website.
- Main Page: A Wiki wiki dedicated to World of Warcraft.
- A blog that shows statistics on WOW
- Information & Videos for WoW: Cataclysm
- WOW Guild Chat resource
- World of Warcraft Russian Community
- Warcraft Formula
- A popular website and forum dedicated to World of Warcraft