I watched all of it and i havent even played the game once....

To be Honest.... World of Warcraft, or more exactly WarCraft is has one of the most interesting and richest Lore I ever seen in my life, or at least from Games, im not sure how much of inspiration does LOTR made into WC, but even that, i really like that is not exactly like (Horde is the Bad Guys and Alliance is the Good Guys) every race and each Alliances has their own Heroes and Villains and that's what really makes it more interesting than any other VideoGame Lore i ever see.

The cards were a pretty nice use of visuals. Way to keep the viewer's interest. Were you ever planning to update this since the Mists of Pandaria expansion?

Dude you're a true loremaster of the horde as I'm proudly am Lok'tar Ogar

While I think this is the best (brief and to-the-point) lore video available, it's missing out on some extremely important points; the largest of which is the war against the scourge, that happened simultaneously to the Burning Legion’s attempt at claiming Azeroth (during what is known as the Third War - Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos), which in turn leads to confusion at around 41:00. The confusion being - “How did the Forsaken come to be, and how are they different form the scourge?” I understand that, at least according to the title of the video, this is told from the Horde's point of view, and that technically the whole part of the story that relates to Arthas’ corruption and to the Forsaken breaking apart from the scourge is told from the Alliance’s perspective. But still, I think it's a crucial piece of info to put out there with all the rest, especially as a way of building the background to the part described in 47:20. I think I would've been completely lost had I not been well aware of the story of Arthas' corruption in seek of vengeance against Mal'Ganis, and, in turn, him becoming the Lich King and occupying Icecrown Citidel. So, to those who feel lost as to what I described, I suggest you watch a compilation of Warcraft III cinematics (search for “The Story of Warcraft pre-WoW (movie edit) part 1/2”, and just cut straight to the Warcraft III parts, since it all happened during Reign of Chaos). Also, you left out a HUGE chunk of info (at around 31:34) regarding Thrall’s escape from slavery, coming of power and the creation the New Horde, with the help of Grom and Orgrim, and then you just jumped on along to the part where Thrall's heading west to Kalimdor because of The Prophet’s (Medivh’s) advice. So, to those left somewhat confused as to how Thrall escaped and did all of that, I suggest again that you go to the video I mentioned above and read what’s written in the part called “interlude”, directly prior to the events of Warcraft III. And, finally, you left out everything, and I mean everything, regarding Illidan, prior to the events of WoW: TBC. That includes Illidan's forbidden release from imprisonment by Tyrande Whisperwind in order to help the war against the Burning Legion, his betrayal in search for power (again), which ultimately led to his escape into hiding in the Outlands after failing to stop, now king, Arthas from becoming the Lich King, plus the reasons for Lady Vashj’s and Kael’thas Sunstrider’s loyalty towards him. All-in-all, great job! Very informative, lovely format, and without a doubt a tremendous effort. Also, lovely speech at the end. Gave me goosebumps ;)

When KZfaq recommends you a video from 8 years ago because you watched one Nobbel video. Still I love Jessie

man, talk about a blast from the past. this just wound up on my recommended list.

I've never played WoW. I know almost nothing about it. But I can see myself watching this again. It was very captivating.

FOR THE HORDE

If blood elves are really high elves.... does that mean the blood elves were for the alliance at one point?

12 years later… This was legit my first foray into WoW lore. The first video I ever remember actually paying attention to. It immediately cemented my love for the Horde. And through this I found Jesse, Crendor, and they have been a part of my life ever since! Through WoW, to listening to Cox’n’Crendor while playing Monster Hunter, to FFXIV, and beyond. 12 whole years!

I've never paid attention to Lore..but after seeing this video I realize how much background and knowledge I was missing...who was this boss or that boss and why did this or that happen all falls into place and makes more sense of what came to past..thanks for series..GJ:))

Misheard last words: Grom: "I have peed myself"

Only 9 minutes in and I'm completely lost... I think this video is probably better for people who already know the story and just want a refresher. For new people (or noobs) it's really difficult to follow. Just a series of events with very little in the way of motivations or explanations of what everything is. Also, the writing on the cards only make it more confusing by giving vague details without context.

i use to watch this everyday...its been 5 years and im so glad i found this again

Thank you for spending those countless hours putting videos like this together. For those of us who started playing WoW just recently, this video brings a lot of backlight on who is who and what is going on.

Illidan didn't really serve the burning legion while in outland. The illidary demons were outcasts of the burning legion and Illidan was gathering all these forces to ward off the wrath if Kiljaeden. Illidan had in fact enslaved Magtheradon in order to turn the orcs trapped in outland into fell orcs. Kaelthas was the one who served the burning legion.

dat Chen Stormstout card tho

I am a returning player who has not played WoW since Wrath, videos like this were few and far between and with all the feature creep and power creep, disjointed story and story that flat out just contradicts it's self, videos like this are a life saver, I can just concentrate on levelling up and consume the lore out of game. thanks. I will never play Wow anything but casually now, I savage raid in FF14 but I love that this world still exists and as different as it is, I can still go and chill in the Grizzly Hills.

Rise up brothers and sisters of the Horde! Blood and Glory await us! Best faction with the best lore. Thanks for your great video!

This would be such a good film

6:40 is probably my favorite moment ever cuz I totally agree

Its been 7 years and I still hold this as my comfort video

Amazing video. Very fun to watch and really well compiled.

Wtf you cant class change temporarly back to shammy just to scare off some griffons nerzul was a hacker man

I knew there was more to the story... My ex use to argue with me that the alliance were dicks to the Horde. Now I know why lol

Like many who have come back to WoW after so many years, thank you for the short history FOR THE HORDE!

Dude this whole story was really awesome ... Best storyline n story telling with the use of cards... A real 5star thanks

you can say for the horde but hey.... alliance still kicked your ass almost every time:)

What happened to jesse's voice?

Can I just take a moment to appreciate and thank you for making these videos. Your narrative skills increase the interest and enthusiasm I have for WoW Lore. I have read the novel : Beyond the dark portal, which is a very good book in my opinion but you do a very good job of explaining everything clearly. So thank you.

"But these weren't those blue eyed, yellow belly scourge Death Knights you kids are used to. No." At that moment, I added this to favorites.

whaaaat? the orcs attacked stormwind? that's not what they showed in the movie..

Where did you find these WoW cards?

Love this ! For the HORDE ! ❤️

It would be one, long, epic movie that I would watch over and over again.

Back when it made sense

LOK'TAR OGAR!

Thanks a lot ! Great video , i've learned a lot about the horde ! FOR THE HORDE!

This is really cool ! I haven't played WoW or Warcraft 2, 3 for years but I really enjoyed this. Thanks.

For the Alliance!

Has anyone noticed that Grom's tongue looks like a burger patty?

I want the music from the intro so bad, it’s so badass!! I watch this video on loop just to hear it (And the good ol’ OG Lore)

Thanks for bringing me up to speed Simon's brother!

FOR THE HORDE!

none of this shit makes sense

Thank you for making this this really helps me understand whats going on a bit better.

Still the best style lore videos, please come back.

Why is this using the card game to explain it? I don't get it considering how horrible the card game is. exampe the art for Gul'Dan is not Gul'Dan.. but a unnamed orc Gul'Dan has always been depected as having a white beard and wearing a hood before this.

I just watched all of this by accident. I'm impressed at how well made and written this was.

Don't judge me but I really loved the cards as visuals.. made it soooo much easier to follow and made complicated lore seem rather simple :) thanks for the vid.

Really good,thanks for making this!!! If Blizzard ever wanted this would make good tv series.

The quote Grom made when he killed Mannaroth was great when I first heard it and just as great here!

Awesome video.. I didn't know many things said in this video. Makes me a proud Horde player though!

this... this was beautiful to listen to. thank you for putting the effort and time to make something like this.

warcraft lore is so rich and so pleasing and this is why i still love questing and leveling toons. it will always be one of my most favorite aspects of this great game

This was awesome. Nice to relive all this lore again.

When I put on a good set of headphones and listened to this there is like a faint satanic sounding echo on your voice haha

I remember when I was like 10 or 11 I saw this video and thought it was the coolest shit ever

i think im gonna record this and play it before i go to bed...dude u totally rock

Just Awesome! Can't wait to see updated to recent patches and next followup story to next expansion.

That was very helpful actually. I have been playing WOW every since Vanilla and I was never that much into the lore until now so its good to know a lot more now; especially with the up-coming expansion.

You did a good job on this mate. I have been with the series since Orc and Humans. Still have the original manuals. You did some reading. Good graphics. Clean presentation in a non-annoying fashion. 9.2/10.

Your light country accent made understanding this disoriented story even more complicated. But I liked it.

OK, so I never played Warcraft itself but I read all the books. I recall that the orcs first steps on Azeroth have been in the swamp land basically where they encountered a new species called Humans. It was due to an accident (two scared individuals meeting each other and fighting to death) that the Alliance raged war against those new creatures which in turn led to the horde winning and only then continuing forward!

this is a great vid, thank you so much for putting this together

This is why WoW has so many subscribers. It's amazing lore.

this was sick man! keep up the great vids:)

this is amazingly made!!! i love the way you explain the story, and the cards are really great =) anyone could understand this!

Very good narrative. Thanks.

This is a great video. WoW lore should be part of the literary canon.

this is GREAT ! i love the audio cutscenes

Say what you will about WoW, or just Warcraft in general, but there is no denying that it has some of the coolest lore in any media.

I love the Lore of the Warcraft universe. Its so rich and awesome! I've watched this particular piece a half dozen times now! I also really dig the Sylvanas piece as well!! Keep up the good work! You should do one that covers all of WoW up to and most of MoP. Please and Thank You!

awesome story and explanation jesse!

Awesome story. Most of this I knew from Warcraft III but, I knew nothing of the 2nd war because I never played WCII. Thanks

I love your video and detail! Subscribed :)

i teared up @ 38:18 when you played the audio...Good memories... :')

I'm noticing a patter of stupidity in the horde. Every one is tricked or forced to do something to change something to kill some one, ITS AWESOME lol Also, good job i feel educated. :)

Correction, the Alliance has never been powerful. As you said they swarm like locusts. They have to have loads of friends to do anything, while Horde members can do a great number of deeds all by ourselves! FOR THE HORDE!

So i knew nothing about this now i do THANKS!!!!!!!

you don't even sound like the same person jesse!!!!

i for one am glad it's taking a long time, there's just too much room for error, and like you said it's so expansive that there's a ton of amazing arcs to choose from. imagine if they picked something lame like "a standard 5 man group tries to tackle rfk" or "lets do something from the expansions"

very well put and yes... FOR THE HORDE!!

The last bit, I loved it. For the horde!

I"ll say it again. He HAS been removed from power. A good take on justice. All criminals if not killed in their capture should stand trial for their crimes and then if deemed guilty by their peers should be given equal punishment compared to their crimes.

That Bench that Lor'Themar threw in the pools in Silvermoon City for Warchieft!

Without a doubt my most favorite faction in warcraft. FOR THE HORDE! * orcish roar/ screech *

This is why World of Warcraft is so freaking popular :DD The story and everything is so proudly awesome and if you play with horde or aliance u know that u can proudly say its name and contrinue being good as u want it to be. I still can proudly say, with my Blood Elf Paladin, FOR THE HORDE!!!

:') As soon as I heard Grom Hellscream speaking, I liked and favourited the video. Great, great video!

Thanks that cleared a lot of things up :)

Watching this again whilst waiting for Amazon to ship out my Warcraft books. :)

He'll Ya Man! This was a great video. For The Horde!

It might be too soon because things are just developing in MoP, but I want an updated vid or addition to this one! Good stuff! For the HORDE!

Hello I listen from 16 to 28 years old I thank you for my lore memory

It's their badass rating I think, a measurement of how badass a character is.

Best 51 mins of my LIFE! :P

Seriously well done!

This would be one of the sickest movies everrrrrrr

LOLOLOLOLOL...'An ostler has a mood and he kicks the dog. A mage has his moods and a ton disappears.'