Rise of the blood elves

"Your Highness, what do you think of the orcs?" Angmar walked to the wall hanging on the world map.

This slightly yellowed map is very accurate. Don’t underestimate a race that has been glorious for 7000 years.The blood elves know Kalimdor far better than other groups in the Eastern Kingdoms continent.After the explosion of the Well of Eternity and before their eastward journey, the ancestors of the blood elves lived on that land for nearly 3000 years.

Kael'thas put down his quill and raised his head with interest.

"Bloodthirsty, violent, and savage. This is the intuitive impression of the orcs from most of the races that have suffered from them. Let's not talk about the fact that they were controlled by demons before they invaded Azeroth. Just talk about humans, dwarves, gnomes, and even Including the blood feud between our tribe and the orcs, even the endless sea cannot clean it away."

During the Second War, the orcs detached some of their forces to besiege Khaz Modan, trapping the dwarves in Ironforge and unable to escape.Gnomeregan, which was not far away, was not spared. Later, they also burned the forest of Quel'Thalas. Except for the trolls, basically all the races in the eastern continent suffered greatly, and there was no one who did not hate the orcs.

Angmar reached out and pointed at the location of the Barrens on the map.

"The Tauren envoy once told me that his people were migrating to the Mogore Grassland with the help of the orcs. The orcs helped them repel the centaurs. He also said that the trolls of the Darkspear tribe had joined the orc tribe."

"The orcs need a home to settle down, but they are short of supplies and do not have the conditions to move inland and settle there, so they can only settle nearby."

Angmar drew a large circle around the Barrens with his finger.

"Ashenvale to the north has been occupied by night elves. The Stonetalon Mountains to the northwest are rugged and precipitous and uninhabitable. Needless to say, the Thousand Needles and Tanaris Desert to the south will be attacked by quilboars along the way." He His finger rested on the coastal land in the northeast of the Barrens, which has not yet been officially named Durotar. "The rich fishery resources can meet the primary food needs, and it is far away from the harassment of centaurs. It is the land where the orcs are most likely to settle." . But everything is good here, except that there is no wood necessary for construction."

He pointed toward the Ashenvale.

"Only the Ashenvale region can meet the huge demand for wood for the orcs' massive construction. But the night elves, who regard the forest as life, will definitely not allow the orcs to cut down the land. Will the orcs give in and give up the construction of settlements? No. A A battle for supplies is likely to break out."

He traced another line along Kalimdor's eastern coastline.

"The people led by Princess Jaina also do not have the conditions to move inland, and will most likely choose to settle in the coastal areas with sufficient food. All the tribes in the Eastern Continent are wary of the orcs. After the third war, they will not consider the princess for the first time. Due to personal factors, her land is likely to be used by the tribes of the Eastern Continent as a bridgehead to contain the power of the orcs."

"As for the night elves, will they form an offensive and defensive alliance with the tribes of the Eastern Continent to fight against the orcs' invasion because of their common enemy? So I think that the conflict caused by the orcs and the night elves competing for the forest is likely to become a huge conflict spanning the two continents in the future. The trigger for a large-scale war." Angmar looked at Kael'thas, "Of course, this inference is somewhat far-fetched. But if all this really happens, and the new alliance and the orc tribe are on the same level, how will our tribe survive? "place"

Kael'thas stood up and stared at the map for a long time, then nodded and said, "Your speculation about the situation in Kalimdor is very likely to come true. But Quel'Thalas is independent of the world, unless any one of them shows irrational behavior. We will not get involved in this war with offensive intentions.”

Angmar really didn't know how to convince Kael'thas.

In the official history, the blood elves first had their home destroyed by natural disasters, and then were betrayed by their beloved prince. The remaining troops were so pitiful that they could not even clean up the mindless undead wandering in the country.He was forced to accept the help of the Banshee Queen Sylvanas and involuntarily joined a tribe dominated by orcs who wanted to tear him apart. This shows how helpless he is.

As a time traveler, Angmar does not hate the orcs.But the trend of the world does not change according to personal wishes. He must prepare for his people in advance.

Today's blood elves are stronger than those in the same period in canon history, but there are only a few ways to improve their strength, and they are all long-term work that has little effect in the short term, such as the training of blood knights and spellbreakers.Sparse population is the biggest constraint on development. It is difficult for the blood elves to turn into a strong clan. If they want to truly control their own destiny when they choose to side with each other in a few years, they must find another way.

He had no choice but to point to the north of the eastern continent on the map.

"Your Highness, our tribe has a sparse population, and there are too many undead left in the country. If we want to completely regain the country, we must rely on outside forces. Therefore, I once advised you on the importance of rescuing the 10,000+ Gilnean refugees. The same is true for our clan, Calia, who responds to everything. We have the same goal under the threat of natural disasters, and we can form an alliance. If war breaks out again after the end of the third war, the northern region divided by the Sador Strait The Continental Alliance is a geopolitical union that can compete with the Alliance and the Horde."

"So I want to seize the opportunity and unite with Lord Darius, Princess Calia, who has broken with the Kingdom of Gilneas, and even the Wildhammer dwarves who have never had any contact with us. Even if the previous inference is not true, they are still rare. A valuable ally, the threat of natural disasters is the prerequisite for this unbreakable alliance. When we go to war against the Lich King in the future, their power can be used by me. Your Highness, please think twice."

As for Sylvanas

Angmar had a hunch that due to historical changes, the emergence of the Forgotten forces might require his help.

After a long talk, Angmar's mouth went dry.Kael'thas pointed to the glass vessel filled with red wine, motioned for him to pour some water, and then poured cold water on him and said, "What you said is all based on the premise of war between the Alliance and the Horde. The evidence is not sufficient. And to The Lich King started the war too long ago. This war is not over yet."

The prince changed the subject: "But you are right, our clan does need allies. So do you want to help that Lordaeron princess?"

"The status difference between men and women in humans is so great that it's embarrassing. As far as I know, Terenas has never cultivated her as an heir. She is indeed a well-educated and knowledgeable woman, but that's all. She doesn't understand You have no knowledge of politics and military affairs, and your character is very cowardly. You have placed your hope of indirectly controlling Lordaeron on the wrong person." Kael'thas understood Angmar's intentions, and his straightforward words hit the nail on the head.

Angmar said seriously: "So this is exactly why I have to go, Your Highness."

The prince laughed dumbly: "Okay, okay, after all the preparation, it's because I can't sit still. Then you go. Explain your work before you leave, and don't let me see any omissions, otherwise there will be no next time."

Angmar beat the snake and followed the stick, "Your Highness, what about our follow-up support to Ambermere? You know, providing help in times of need is far more valuable than icing on the cake, and those 10,000+ people are all"

Kael'thas interrupted without raising his head: "Two squadrons of spellbreakers and twenty mid-level mages, are they enough?"

Angmar was overjoyed, and before he could speak, he heard the prince say quietly: "I have already sent people to sign an alliance with Lord Darius of Gilneas. Our clan will provide continuous assistance to help him in Hillsbray. The Hills have gained a foothold. Not only that, envoys have already traveled to the Eyrie and Gilneas. Angmar, you are not the only one who can see the situation clearly."

Angmar let out a long sigh, thinking that as expected of Kael'thas, he had already tried to spread his influence beyond the country's borders.Compared to His Highness the Prince, who has accumulated horrific experiences over the long years, his so-called prophets and foresight pale in comparison.

I still have to praise myself for meeting Kael'thas, who is kind-hearted, understanding and responsible.Otherwise, among the blood elves where bloodline and empiricism are prevalent, it is still unclear whether his various ideas will be taken seriously.

"Norton Blue Sky has been transferred to the south by me. I will send someone to take care of your adoptive father until he recovers. The domestic political situation is turbulent and you are still young. Don't get involved for the time being." Kael'thas said, "Old school It will inevitably fall. I will be on the side of the Silver Moon Council, so do what you should do and don’t be distracted.”

Kael'thas's plain voice fell into his heart, causing a wave of warmth.Feeling the unreserved trust, Angmar bowed deeply and retreated.

Before leaving, he went to the private courtyard provided by the prince for his adoptive father to live, but found that Istaria was also there.

"You did a good job, yes, that's it. Imagine the nature that is everywhere, whether it's the wind or the fragrance of flowers, do you feel the vigorous breath of life?"

Angmar stood quietly by the door and watched. Leah was doing something with a pot of flowers under the guidance of Istaria. She clasped her hands on the flowers and bit her lower lip gently with an expression. Very seriously.

After a while, I don't know if it was an illusion, but the floral fragrance in the air seemed to be stronger.

"It's amazing. You succeeded on the first try. I can't imagine that besides the night elves, there are people who can understand the ways of nature." Istaria's eyes were filled with stars, and she hugged Leia excitedly. arms and behaved in a very affectionate manner.

Leah blushed and whispered: "Stop praising me. I have been a stupid child in my father's eyes since I was a child. You don't know how stupid I am."

"Who said otherwise?"

The two girls soon started chatting with each other, from their childhood experiences to their favorite clothes to their cute little pets, making melodious laughter from time to time.During this time Istaria held Leia's hand.

Angmar did not disturb the two of them, said goodbye to his adoptive father and left quietly.

But until he walked into the portal leading to Amber Mill, he was still thinking: "Why does this Istaria look weird?"