The Lore of Darkshore | The Chronicles of Azeroth

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  • @TheChroniclesofAzeroth
    @TheChroniclesofAzeroth  Рік тому +30

    Good evening, dear wanderers!
    Join me as your trusted Loremaster through the forests of Darkshore. As we delve into this vale of twilight together, I can't help but wonder: What are your thoughts and feelings about this hauntingly beautiful realm, steeped in Night Elf lore and mystique? Share your tales and insights below!
    Enjoy!

    • @Jive33
      @Jive33 Рік тому +1

      Please do Darkshire. The lore of the Abercrombie quest line is worth it by itself. The feud between him and the Mayor is a great story.

    • @peeko_luxx2873
      @peeko_luxx2873 Рік тому +1

      I greatly appreciate your videos! So calming and chalk full of lore I have forgotten over the years as I tend to zip through quests without reading after all this time. Just finished darkshore and heading to ashenvale on my hc warrior. Cheers buddy, again, many thanks for making these. 👍

    • @TheChroniclesofAzeroth
      @TheChroniclesofAzeroth  Рік тому

      Darkshire will definitely be addressed when I cover Duskwood, but a video specifically about that questline is not ruled out! Thanks for the suggestion!

    • @TheChroniclesofAzeroth
      @TheChroniclesofAzeroth  Рік тому +1

      And thank you for joining me on this journey. I wish you all the best on your hardcore adventures!

    • @howiejack3311
      @howiejack3311 Рік тому +1

      The lore of Darkshore is amazing, keep up the good work. I can't wait for when you make one for Stranglethorn Vale!! that may be a two part video since it's huge 😊

  • @gimbatul9761
    @gimbatul9761 Рік тому +120

    Night Elf zones is like a distant home. Nostalgia for these zones is too much

    • @TheChroniclesofAzeroth
      @TheChroniclesofAzeroth  Рік тому +9

      The music that flows through these woods adds much to the night elven atmosphere!

    • @hospitalcakewalk
      @hospitalcakewalk Рік тому +6

      I played Draenei as one of my earliest fractions (she even had the tabard of the hand in both colors) so this is insanely nostalgic and since we cant actually be brought back to those quests or eras, this video HURTS.

    • @Alex-du4eq
      @Alex-du4eq Рік тому +3

      Amen bro, that was my intro to wow and it was magical

    • @Anthus42069
      @Anthus42069 Рік тому +2

      ​@@TheChroniclesofAzeroth I still listen to the lament of the highborne from time to time

    • @TheChroniclesofAzeroth
      @TheChroniclesofAzeroth  Рік тому

      Great stuff!

  • @finalfortune7071
    @finalfortune7071 Рік тому +45

    still to this day, allmost 20 years later as a former beta vanilla tester... this is my favorite zone of all WoW. too bad Cata ruined it :(

    • @TheChroniclesofAzeroth
      @TheChroniclesofAzeroth  Рік тому +4

      They did the Night Elves dirty!

    • @Lucian_BlackRaven
      @Lucian_BlackRaven Рік тому +1

      Can't agree more I hated what cata did to a majority of the races areas they screwed up westfall, darkshore, loch modan/ the marsh area and so forth

    • @ladyfibonaccii
      @ladyfibonaccii 4 місяці тому

      I also strongly dislike how they made the Classic version updated up to Cata.... so they're forcing us to rebuy the old expansions if we want to the OG experience again. Games we've already purchased. Like in disc format because that was the only way to get the games.

  • @ZaxiD1997
    @ZaxiD1997 Рік тому +23

    Honestly, after kinda slogging through Teldrassil, Darkshore was such a fresh and unique take on a "Night Elf" zone. It felt haunting, The very name invoked a sense of foreboding and the numerous skeletons dotting the nearby beaches didn't help that tense feeling. Excellent video as always!

    • @TheChroniclesofAzeroth
      @TheChroniclesofAzeroth  Рік тому +4

      As a new explorer setting off from the safety of Teldrassil, you really started to wonder what secrets Azeroth would hold and how perilous the road ahead would yet become!

  • @c.ladimore1237
    @c.ladimore1237 Рік тому +4

    the master's glaive was always one of the most interesting and mysterious spots before the old gods were ever introduced.

  • @ThijmenDF
    @ThijmenDF Рік тому +22

    Wonderfully crafted video. I like how you're also going into history of some of these quests and locations. That really adds to the quality of these videos! More people should see these, you deserve the views.

    • @TheChroniclesofAzeroth
      @TheChroniclesofAzeroth  Рік тому +1

      Thank you very much! My goal is to ignite that sense of nostalgia in my audience, while also incorporating some of the most memorable, intriguing, or even frustrating quests, along with uncovering the hidden lore within these zones! Enjoy!

  • @stephaniec3759
    @stephaniec3759 Рік тому +2

    I miss Auberdine. It was once my favorite place in the entire world of Azeroth. And if it is true about what is to come, we the night elves, will never go back to Kalimdor. Thank you for the this reminder of our past.

  • @baum6721
    @baum6721 Рік тому +5

    My first toon and long time main was a Nelf Druid. Started up a few months before the end of vanilla. Levelled with a good friend and his brother. Peeking into the mysteries of Darkshore will always be some of my absolute favorite memories of this game. That place is absolutely magical. It's such a beautiful zone and, as always, it's a pleasure to hear you talk about it.
    Keep up the great work, dude!

    • @TheChroniclesofAzeroth
      @TheChroniclesofAzeroth  Рік тому

      I really enjoyed reading your snippet of history! It's pure magic what experiences this game and world has brought us all over the years, each going on their own adventures and crossing paths with everyone else's! Thanks for being a part of mine today!

  • @nightraven9258
    @nightraven9258 Рік тому +8

    I can still remember my friend taking me through Darkshore all those years ago when he first introduced me to the game, this place was so amazing

  • @christopherthomas6327
    @christopherthomas6327 Рік тому +3

    Been off the game since 2014. These vids bring me back

  • @alexsmith8364
    @alexsmith8364 Рік тому +6

    Great video as always! These videos bring me back to being 14 and experiencing vanilla, good times!

  • @charlesdu84
    @charlesdu84 Рік тому +2

    Wonderful video! Looking forward to more!

  • @ratthew_xd
    @ratthew_xd Рік тому +2

    These are getting better and better. What a treat.

  • @oce1989
    @oce1989 2 місяці тому +1

    First character was Night Elf.
    When the Ferry left and the loading screen didn’t come and Auberdine appeared on the horizon my jaw hit the floor. That was what they meant when they said ‘open world’. Almost 20 years ago and I will never ever forget it.

    • @TheChroniclesofAzeroth
      @TheChroniclesofAzeroth  2 місяці тому +1

      Absolutely! A great example of the game’s ability to immerse players in a living, breathing world!

  • @LedosKell
    @LedosKell Рік тому +2

    I can't tell you how many times I just stood at the end of the Auberdine dock on random alts and stared out into the ocean wondering 'what else is out there across the sea'.

  • @treywolf6569
    @treywolf6569 Рік тому +7

    Would love to see lore over legendary weapons one day! Keep up the great work!

  • @sircrumpler
    @sircrumpler Рік тому +1

    I generally play two race/class combos in vanilla: human warlock & nelf druid. Even on my human, as soon as I hit lvl 11-12, I make the long trek either hopping over iron forge or swimming the long way to menethil. This zone just hits such a magical place, alongside going into Ashenvale after. The ambiance both physical and musical, the quest lines and rewards, and feeling of exploration always bring me here. Based on the great forests of the west coast of the United States with trees reminiscent/inspired by redwoods, Douglas fir, sitka spruce and more, what isn't to love about Darkshore? In fact the entire West Coast of Kalimdor is gorgeous, even desolace too. The design team of vanilla did so well in capturing the magic of the real life counterparts to Darkshore and the entirety of Kalimdor.

  • @SolSlayer
    @SolSlayer Рік тому +4

    I'm a little late on this one, but reading the comments it's clear to see you've done an incredible job of encapsulating the nostalgia of another beloved zone.
    You really have hit your stride in these videos. Timely pacing, enthralling storytelling, and accurate attention to detail. To top it off I was really pleased with the overall length of the video. The sweet spot between dragging on, and unfulfilled, the video gently drops you off at the perfect nostalgia-filled moment.
    Thank you for another wonderful video.

    • @TheChroniclesofAzeroth
      @TheChroniclesofAzeroth  Рік тому +1

      Your comment really explains why I love doing what I do.
      I try to create what I would like to see in a video. And making so many people remember what this world was all about and presenting it in a refreshing way is something I am very proud of and your support makes it all worthwhile 10 times over.
      Thanks again, have a good one and cheers!

  • @TrevorBevz
    @TrevorBevz Рік тому +1

    Please make more of these videos! Your voice is perfect for narrating, colorful vocabulary, very captivating. Well done!

    • @TheChroniclesofAzeroth
      @TheChroniclesofAzeroth  Рік тому

      Thank you! There's a lot more of this coming! Also, as a side note, the voice is not my own, but rather created through AI software.

  • @self-discovery-official
    @self-discovery-official Рік тому +1

    Please keep up making these videos to all the zones. Love them!!!

  • @peakster8035
    @peakster8035 Рік тому +3

    I said goodbye to my grandmother today. Thank you for this. It helps more than you know

    • @TheChroniclesofAzeroth
      @TheChroniclesofAzeroth  Рік тому +1

      My heartfelt condolences to you during this difficult time. I hope that the videos and my words can offer you some comfort.

  • @xxyoloproxx7230
    @xxyoloproxx7230 Рік тому +1

    I love this channel so much. It’s perfect for helping me fall asleep when I can’t

  • @Quick-Silver206
    @Quick-Silver206 Рік тому +1

    I recently found your channel and I absolutely LOVE it. It's exactly what I was looking for!

  • @therealbobbymesny
    @therealbobbymesny Місяць тому +1

    Your channel should have way more views! you're great man

  • @miloscerny2316
    @miloscerny2316 Рік тому +1

    Amazing work, never missed a beat. Your tireless and unrelenting passion and dedication to the lore comes out in every video, lore-master. Keep it up, you have a fan for life

  • @YourDailyHopeandEncouragement
    @YourDailyHopeandEncouragement 10 місяців тому +1

    I appreciate your story telling skills and amazing video composition abilities. Liked and subscribed!

  • @OliverXAJ
    @OliverXAJ Рік тому +1

    Sadly been rather absent from my usual UA-cam binges of late, but another bloody good video. Well done, a favourite zone of mine with a lot of memories

  • @Fatalroadie
    @Fatalroadie Рік тому +1

    There's a beachhead at the ashenvale and darkshore border where I'd watch the sun setting. Excellent video as always good sir!

  • @Shercko
    @Shercko Рік тому +2

    My all-time favorite zone 😃 Thank you for this!

  • @Kangasound
    @Kangasound Рік тому +1

    These videos are incredibly well done. Can’t wait for the rest.

  • @CelxD
    @CelxD Рік тому +1

    Another great video!

  • @nicocastillo2099
    @nicocastillo2099 Рік тому +1

    Ah the perfect video before I sleep. Such impeccable timing.

  • @spookifyr
    @spookifyr Рік тому +6

    At times it can be pretty obvious these are voiced and possibly partially written by an AI, but it's still an amazing NatGeo style video. These videos are some of my favorite ear-filler during work, thanks for making them.

  • @stripes616
    @stripes616 Рік тому +2

    I was literally looking up Darkshore lore for your channel yesterday! It's like you knew lol love your videos! Darkshore is one of my favorite zones ✨

  • @damosel
    @damosel Рік тому +2

    Exceptional narration as always, love it!

  • @mrbedford
    @mrbedford Рік тому +1

    Excellent stuff as always!

  • @Lunar_Scorpio_pdx
    @Lunar_Scorpio_pdx Рік тому +1

    I love your videos so much. It's like watching a documentary. ❤

  • @TalesOfWarcraft17
    @TalesOfWarcraft17 Рік тому +1

    Excellent video once again !

    • @TheChroniclesofAzeroth
      @TheChroniclesofAzeroth  Рік тому +1

      Thank again, Cedric! I really enjoyed your latest Tale of Warcraft. The fate of those poor gnomes... quite savage indeed.

  • @ShizukanaEntertainment
    @ShizukanaEntertainment 11 місяців тому +2

    I remember while being mounted to the flight path, flying above the troll village, I always wanted to drop and check out the vibes there (a.k.a. wreck some havoc).

    • @TheChroniclesofAzeroth
      @TheChroniclesofAzeroth  10 місяців тому +1

      There were numerous hidden gems scattered throughout the landscape, only revealed from specific flight paths. This element of discovery made the entire world feel alive!

  • @emilyhall4197
    @emilyhall4197 Рік тому +1

    I was waiting for this one. Thank you ❤

  • @coppertenson4014
    @coppertenson4014 Рік тому +1

    Pre cata Darkshode and Westfall were my everything.

  • @manoro420
    @manoro420 Рік тому +1

    Fantastic all these lore videos are so well done just have to make sure i turn it up to HD so i get the full experience

  • @SteveWonderBread
    @SteveWonderBread Рік тому +2

    Been really enjoying going through darkshore on my hardcore runs lately. My first character died to the den mother though. Truely a fearsome beast lol. Great video as always!

    • @TheChroniclesofAzeroth
      @TheChroniclesofAzeroth  Рік тому +1

      That's great, what level is your character now? Thanks for supporting me!

    • @SteveWonderBread
      @SteveWonderBread Рік тому +2

      @@TheChroniclesofAzeroth I have a level 37 pally now. But my biggest threat has been my internet cutting out lately so i fear logging in to play him.

    • @TheChroniclesofAzeroth
      @TheChroniclesofAzeroth  Рік тому +1

      Oof that's a very real problem. Let's hope you make it to 60 with your pally! I'm rooting for you :)

  • @ChristianSchaal
    @ChristianSchaal Рік тому +1

    Can't wait for a Pestlands video! 😍

  • @Chronicler177
    @Chronicler177 10 місяців тому +1

    your camerawork is frigging incredible

    • @TheChroniclesofAzeroth
      @TheChroniclesofAzeroth  9 місяців тому +1

      Thank you for your kind words on the camerawork-capturing Darkshore's haunting beauty is no small feat. Sorry for the delayed response, the wilds of Azeroth are vast and full of distractions!

    • @Chronicler177
      @Chronicler177 9 місяців тому +1

      @@TheChroniclesofAzeroth you ain’t gotta apologize to me, I know making stuff is a busy hobby

  • @Roamingfirebat
    @Roamingfirebat Рік тому +1

    Oh man. I haven’t leveled a Nelf in a long time. I’ll have to level one sometime to quest there again.
    Thank you for the awesome videos and Keep up the good work!

  • @Tmayz667
    @Tmayz667 Рік тому +1

    Hello my friend, thanks as always for this great content. My vocabulary is getting always richer thanks to your very detailed and poetic way of telling stories.
    Could you tell me the name of the song at 15:55 please?
    Keep the great work !

    • @ThijmenDF
      @ThijmenDF Рік тому

      I believe that song is called "Moonglade 7", from the Cataclysm expansion. ua-cam.com/video/xTPn_Nk_KrM/v-deo.html

    • @TheChroniclesofAzeroth
      @TheChroniclesofAzeroth  Рік тому +1

      Excellent news my dear explorer! Let me get back to you on that song tomorrow!

  • @Lupinemancer87
    @Lupinemancer87 Рік тому +3

    I remember arriving here back in Vanilla, at first I thought it looked way too different from the zone I had just felt, (Teldrassil) but I soon drew to appreciate it.

    • @TheChroniclesofAzeroth
      @TheChroniclesofAzeroth  Рік тому

      It's a step into a more harsh but realistic land of the world yet to explore. But its contrast to the serenity of Teldrassil is grand, nonetheless!

  • @FranciscoGarcia-u4y
    @FranciscoGarcia-u4y Рік тому +1

    You killing it!

  • @Floods-uy6tl
    @Floods-uy6tl Рік тому +1

    Love it!!

  • @MegaBreheny
    @MegaBreheny Рік тому +1

    I remember stepping into darkshore as a 20 something hoard and seeing those red letters of alliance territory and thinking it was the hardest toughest zone. I'm going to have to face when really it was just lowbie ally zone

  • @gscgold
    @gscgold Рік тому

    2007, I left behind a fantasy world full of endless grinding skills , otherwise known as Runescape, to finally try this game people had talked about for a few years, my first main was a nightelf rogue .. all these years later, nothing will ever compare in any game as experiencing Darkshore for the first time, i spent at least a good 3 weeks taking it all in...had no idea i was supposed to get to max level as soon as possible, i was too busy lost in another world.

  • @martijn7416
    @martijn7416 Рік тому

    Fantastic stuff

  • @Pengalen
    @Pengalen Рік тому +1

    On the one hand, this make me want to jump into Classic. On the other hand, I recall I had a lot of difficulty with both the tower and the excavation last time I tried, and I think I was unable to complete either of them while in the proper level range.

    • @TheChroniclesofAzeroth
      @TheChroniclesofAzeroth  Рік тому

      It's frustrating when level-appropriate content feels out of reach. Teaming up with others can definitely help bridge that gap and make those challenging parts more manageable-and often more fun too!

  • @11.Gaming
    @11.Gaming Рік тому +1

    One of my favorite zones in game! 💚💚

  • @SizzleCorndog
    @SizzleCorndog Рік тому +1

    All of the night elf zones in classic are so odd. They somehow manage to capitalize on how empty mmos can feel by making all of the night elven zones center around treading through old ruins and foreboding landscapes

  • @Thromash
    @Thromash Рік тому

    Great stuff, hope you continue through all the zones then through each Xpac as they came for the lore updates.
    Also minor suggestion, you should refer to yourself as a Lorewalker instead like Lorewalker Cho 😉

  • @goodboy-zg3xo
    @goodboy-zg3xo Рік тому +1

    Yes baby. Thank you!

  • @dylannicks1146
    @dylannicks1146 Рік тому +1

    I don’t care if anyone laughs at this.. But heaven to me, would be the night elf zone when I die. It’s beauty and tranquility astounded me. There can never be another place constructed like this.

  • @honeybadgr3874
    @honeybadgr3874 Рік тому

    Can’t wait for the blasted lands!

  • @badfuzz
    @badfuzz Рік тому +1

    Stupendous

  • @Storiann
    @Storiann Рік тому +1

    I am consistently blown away by your content. If you don't mind my asking - Is this writing your own, or do you use AI tools with various prompts? I am extremely impressed, either way!

    • @TheChroniclesofAzeroth
      @TheChroniclesofAzeroth  Рік тому +1

      Hey, thanks for the nice comments! As for your question; it's a cooperation. First I draft what I want to say about each topic. Afterwards, I employ AI to further accentuate and enhance the story, elevating it to what can be seen on the channel. Hope this clears things up!

    • @Storiann
      @Storiann Рік тому +1

      @@TheChroniclesofAzeroth You're most welcome, and thanks for the response! That's fantastic - best use of creative AI I've encountered so far. Keep up the great work!

  • @caklich
    @caklich Рік тому

    This is amazing. I never really got into the lore of WoW, but you're making me regret it! Where do you get your info from? I would like to kind of start with Lore "at the beginning" but I have NO idea where to begin.

  • @MichaelThurston
    @MichaelThurston Рік тому +3

    How do you record footage like this? I am going to be making a film for my guilds journey through classic, and I would love to get shots like this.

    • @TheChroniclesofAzeroth
      @TheChroniclesofAzeroth  Рік тому

      Most of the shots are either filmed on foot or (flying) mount, with some tweaks here and there, for panning left and right to create a cinematic style of recording :)

    • @MichaelThurston
      @MichaelThurston Рік тому +1

      @@TheChroniclesofAzeroth gotcha, thanks!

    • @TheChroniclesofAzeroth
      @TheChroniclesofAzeroth  Рік тому +1

      Remember to hide your HUD by pressing ALT + Z and to toggle walk slowly, or, preferably, walk and fly backwards. This makes the movements extra smooth and slow.

  • @martijn7416
    @martijn7416 Рік тому +1

    Thank you

  • @charlesc4511
    @charlesc4511 Рік тому +1

    I know it is still early, but I can't wait for the Blackrock Mountain episode.

  • @adamrogowski2748
    @adamrogowski2748 Рік тому +1

    Best wow lore series

  • @Myrdden71
    @Myrdden71 Рік тому +1

    Enjoyed leveling my nightelves here, until Cata.

  • @cereskerrigan
    @cereskerrigan Рік тому +1

    Hey, finally got my lunch vid - just in time.

  • @xanno5694
    @xanno5694 Рік тому +1

    Please do one on duskwood the lore there is dark and rich!

  • @filipjirovy8557
    @filipjirovy8557 Рік тому +1

    What about Azuremist Isle?

  • @headlightbandit8618
    @headlightbandit8618 Рік тому +1

    I miss old Darkshore and Auberdine.

  • @ErinMcIntyre-cw2qc
    @ErinMcIntyre-cw2qc Рік тому +1

    ty !

  • @lewssss
    @lewssss Рік тому +1

    I may not speak for everyone but some of the words used has me on google. It’s like when a teacher reads a students copy and pasted homework sometimes. Maybe tone down the vocabulary a little, I do like the videos!

  • @charlesdu84
    @charlesdu84 Рік тому +1

    💛

  • @Lehmannation1923
    @Lehmannation1923 Рік тому

    As of exploring kalimdor, ashenvale also has many night elf settlements dark shore is not the only alliance Land on kalimdor

    • @TheChroniclesofAzeroth
      @TheChroniclesofAzeroth  Рік тому

      You misunderstood that part, darkshore is the only alliance controlled area on Kalimdor. Ashenvale is contested between both the Horde and the Alliance.

    • @Lehmannation1923
      @Lehmannation1923 Рік тому

      @@TheChroniclesofAzeroth shit I right

  • @OlafderPirat
    @OlafderPirat Рік тому +1

    Was going through my recommendations to watch something while I fish for Oily Blackmouths in Darkshore. Bingo.

  • @rykieart3213
    @rykieart3213 Рік тому +1

    So sad after all the Night elves have been through to take care of Auberdine just for Deathwing to come f#@£ it up in the future. But honestly, no one is missing escorting that damn druid Kerlonian to Maestra's Post in Ashenvale. With his "I'm awake, I'm awake"... NO, YOU'RE NOT BLOODY AWAKE! 😂

  • @Lehmannation1923
    @Lehmannation1923 Рік тому +1

    Also no lore on the 4th war?

    • @TheChroniclesofAzeroth
      @TheChroniclesofAzeroth  Рік тому +1

      I chose, together with my audience, to only adress lore up until Cataclysm. Perhaps the future will see the Lore beyond that point in time, but for now it's mainly focused on classic and wrath.

  • @ayhanfedai5013
    @ayhanfedai5013 Рік тому +1

    i hated its greyness between colourfull Teldrassil and Ashanvale

  • @hospitalcakewalk
    @hospitalcakewalk Рік тому +1

    YAAAAAAAASSSSSS

  • @alexanderdavis7749
    @alexanderdavis7749 Рік тому

    Ya buddy

  • @hermit44
    @hermit44 Рік тому

    Too bad Blizz ruined the zone in BFA.

  • @Lucian_BlackRaven
    @Lucian_BlackRaven Рік тому

    It's funny the tower is human origin made and in a place not where it belongs

  • @dakotashea3561
    @dakotashea3561 Рік тому

    Tried playing wow a few times through out my life.
    Each time, the community mods were unbearably rude to newbies...
    Like, if youre gonna make fun of people for being new, why the hell are you a mod -_-

  • @verihimthered2418
    @verihimthered2418 Рік тому +1

    0.o

  • @CrabNicolson
    @CrabNicolson 11 місяців тому

    Eh don't like these ai generated narrators.

  • @jackolantern404
    @jackolantern404 Рік тому

    I love your content generally, but holy fk, can i not stand how you pronounce Auberdine. It's like nails on a chalkboard every time 😵‍💫

    • @TheChroniclesofAzeroth
      @TheChroniclesofAzeroth  Рік тому +1

      That's not good! How would you pronounce it? My experience has always been O-ber-dean.

    • @jackolantern404
      @jackolantern404 Рік тому +1

      @TheChroniclesofAzeroth It's not you, just my brain, haha. I have always heard and said Aww-burr-dean. Makes me think of how some english dialects pronounce Harbor with a hard "H" almost. Love your work!

    • @TheChroniclesofAzeroth
      @TheChroniclesofAzeroth  Рік тому

      Super, thanks for explaining! Funny how language works sometimes :)