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| − | | title = Day of the Dragon |
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| − | | author = [[Richard A. Knaak]] |
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| − | | artist = [[Samwise Didier]] |
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| − | | pages = 378 |
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| − | | publisher = Pocket Star (Simon & Schuster) |
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| − | | date = February 2001 |
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| − | | binding = Paperback |
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| − | | usprice = $7.99 |
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| − | | euprice = €6.99 |
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| − | | ukprice = £5.49 |
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| − | | isbn10 = ISBN 0671041525 |
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| − | | isbn13 = ISBN 9780671041526 |
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| − | '''''Day of the Dragon''''' is a novel by [[Richard A. Knaak]] which takes place in the [[Warcraft universe]] after the [[Second War]]. It narrates about the freeing of the [[Alexstrasza|Dragonqueen Alexstrasza]] from the [[Dragonmaw clan]] carried out by the [[Dalaran]] [[mage]] [[Rhonin]] and his companions. |
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| − | An audiobook version read by [[wikipedia:Dick Hill (narrator)|Dick Hill]] was released in December, 2008.<ref>{{ref web |title = Warcraft Audiobooks: Dick Hill Interview |accessdate = 2008-12-06 |author = Medievaldragon |coauthors = |url = http://www.blizzplanet.com/blog/comments/warcraft_audiobooks_dick_hill_interview/ |date = 2008-12-05 |archiveurl = |archivedate}}</ref> |
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| − | ==Back-of-book description== |
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| − | In the mist-shrouded haze of the past, the world of [[Azeroth (world)|Azeroth]] teemed with wondrous creatures of every kind. Mysterious [[Elves]] and hardy [[Dwarves]] walked among tribes of [[Humans|man]] in relative peace and harmony—until the arrival of the demonic army known as [[Burning Legion]] shattered the world's tranquillity forever. Now [[Orc]]s, [[Dragon]]s, [[Goblin]]s, and [[Troll]]s all vie for supremacy over the scattered, warring kingdoms—part of a grand, malevolent scheme that will determine the fate of the world of |
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| − | WARCRAFT |
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| − | A terrifying upheaval among the highest ranks of the world's [[Wizard]]s sends the maverick mage, Rhonin, on a perilous journey into the Orc-controlled lands of [[Khaz Modan]]. What Rhonin uncovers is a vast, far-reaching conspiracy, darker than anything he ever imagined—a threat that will force him into a dangerous alliance with ancient creatures of air and fire if the world of Azeroth is to see another dawn. |
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| − | DAY OF THE DRAGON |
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| − | An original tale of magic, warfare, and heroism based on the bestselling, award-winning electronic game from [[Blizzard Entertainment]]. |
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| − | ==Characters== |
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| − | ===Main characters=== |
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| − | *{{RaceIconExt|Prestor}}{{RaceIconExt|Deathwing}} [[Daval Prestor]]/[[Deathwing]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIcon|Wildhammer|Male}} [[Falstad Wildhammer|Falstad Dragonreaver]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIconExt|Korialstrasz}}{{RaceIconExt|Krasus}} [[Korialstrasz|Korialstrasz/Krasus]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIconExt|Rhonin}} [[Rhonin]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIcon|Orc|Male}} [[Nekros Skullcrusher]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIconExt|Vereesa}} [[Vereesa Windrunner]] |
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| − | ===Supporting characters=== |
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| − | ;[[Dragonmaw clan]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIcon|Orc|Male}} [[Torgus]] |
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| − | ;[[Forest troll]]s |
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| − | *{{RaceIcon|ForestTroll|Male}} [[Gree]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIcon|ForestTroll|Male}} [[Shnel]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIcon|ForestTroll|Male}} [[Vorsh]] |
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| − | ;[[Goblins]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIcon|Goblin|Male}} [[Kryll]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIcon|Goblin|Male}} [[Nullyn]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIcon|Goblin|Male}} [[Voyd]] |
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| − | ;[[Dragon]]s |
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| − | *{{RaceIconExt|Alexstrasza}} [[Alexstrasza]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIconExt|Malygos}}{{RaceIconExt|Malygos2|Small}} [[Malygos]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIconExt|DragonBronze}} [[Nozdormu]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIconExt|DragonRed}} [[Tyranastrasz]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIconExt|DragonGreen}}{{RaceIconExt|Ysera}} [[Ysera]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIconExt|DragonRed}} [[Zarasz]] |
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| − | ;[[Dwarves]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIcon|Dwarf|Male|Small}} [[Gimmel]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIcon|Wildhammer|Male|Small}} [[Molok]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIcon|Dwarf|Male|Small}} [[Rom]] |
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| − | ;[[Humans]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIcon|Human|Male}} [[Drenden]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIcon|Human|Male}} [[Genn Greymane]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIconExt|Terenas}} [[Terenas Menethil II]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIcon|Human|Female}} [[Modera]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIconExt|Proudmoore}} [[Daelin Proudmoore]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIcon|Human|Male}} [[Duncan Senturus]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIcon|Human|Male}} [[Thoras Trollbane]] |
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| − | ===Minor characters=== |
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| − | ''Note: These characters were only mentioned or only had a small role during the story.'' |
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| − | *{{RaceIcon|Orc|Male}} [[Brogas]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIcon|Human|Male}} [[Christoff]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIcon|Wildhammer|Male}} [[Dagath]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIconExt|Orgrim}} [[Orgrim Doomhammer]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIcon|Wildhammer|Male}} [[Glodin]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIcon|Human|Male}} [[Jakob]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIcon|Dwarf|Male}} [[Joj]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIcon|ForestTroll|Male}} [[Hulg]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIconExt|Medivh}} [[Medivh]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIcon|Human|Male}} [[Meric]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIcon|Dwarf|Male}} [[Narn]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIconExt|Human Boy}} [[Arthas Menethil]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIconExt|Human Girl}} [[Calia Menethil]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIcon|Human|Male}} [[Isiden Perenolde]] (unnamed in the story) |
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| − | *{{RaceIcon|Human|Male}} [[Derek Proudmoore]] (unnamed in the story) |
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| − | *{{RaceIcon|Human|Male}} [[Roland]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIcon|Wildhammer|Male}} [[Tupan]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIcon|Human|Male}} [[Wexford]] |
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| − | *{{RaceIconExt|Zuluhed}} [[Zuluhed the Whacked|Zuluhed]] |
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| − | ==Plot== |
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| − | (Possible Spoilers Ahead!) |
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| − | The novel opens at the waning days of the [[Second War]], with [[Orgrim Doomhammer]] having already been captured, and most of the Orcish Horde having already surrendered. A few clans of orcs remain scattered about Azeroth, including the [[Dragonmaw Orcs]], who, holed up in [[Khaz Modan]], maintain control over the Red Dragonflight. [[Nekros Skullcrusher]] still holds the [[Demon Soul]], and wields it against the captive [[Alexstrasza]] forcing her to mate with her consorts to produce more dragons, although her ability to do so is deteriorating, along with her health and the health of her consorts. |
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| − | The dragon mage [[Krasus]], desperate to save his queen Alexstrasza, secretly enlists the help of [[Rhonin]] (then holding an ignominious reputation) in order to send him on a secret mission to [[Grim Batol]] to free her, while also soliciting the aid of the other [[Dragon Aspects]]. In doing so, [[Vereesa Windrunner]] is assigned to the task of seeing Rhonin to the seaport [[Hasic]] on his way to Khaz Modan, ostensibly so that he may undertake a mission of observation at Grim Batol. Vereesa suspects otherwise. |
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| − | Meanwhile, [[Deathwing]], posing as the noble Lord Prestor, works his way into the diplomatic negotiations involving Alterac, and uses his spellwork to influence King Terenas into declaring that he will succeed the deposed King Perenolde of Greymane. From this vantage point, Deathwing would use his new position of power to tear down the diplomatic foundations of the Alliance. |
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| − | Early on in their journey, Vereesa and Rhonin are attacked by a Dragonmaw orc patrol, and are rescued by a band of [[Wildhammer]] gryphon-riders, led by Falstad Wildhammer. Vereesa initially thought the mage a burden, but quickly begins to change her mind when she sees his spell casting skill in defending them from the dragons. After the ensuing battle, Rhonin and Vereesa are picked up by a few [[Knights of the Silver Hand]], [[Duncan Senturus]] their leader, and are taken to the unnamed keep nearby where the Knights maintain watch. They are distrustful of Rhonin, as most are wary of wizards, but welcoming to Vereesa. During their stay, a mysterious explosion rocks the keep when Rhonin attempts to cast a spell, killing a few of the paladin guards, and resulting in the mysterious disappearance of Rhonin. Rhonin was saved by what we later find out was presumably Deathwing, or another dragon, since he claimed to have been picked up by a great set of claws or hands just at the moment a tower was to collapse on him. The paladins believe Rhonin caused the explosion, and they ride out to find him, only to find him right under their noses a short ways off. After questioning him, they decide that he did not cause the explosion, and escort him and and Vereesa to Hasic. |
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| − | When they arrive they find that Hasic has been ravaged by dragon riders, and that the Wildhammer dwarves had driven them off. Vereesa, deciding that her oath to defend Rhonin on his mission extended beyond Hasic, decides to accompany him further. Partially out of necessity, and partially out of Falstad's and Duncan's enamorment with Vereesa's elven beauty, the paladin and the dwarf agree to escort Rhonin and Vereesa by flight to Khaz Modan. Along the way, they are attacked by a pair of Dragonmaw dragon-riders. Duncan, in a act of brazen heroism, leaps from a gryphon onto a dragon mid air and kills it, sacrificing himself at the hands of the dragon's rider. During this time, Rhonin and his escort Molok, are knocked out of the sky, and fall to the earth. The other dragon is killed when, out of nowhere, Deathwing arrives and slays it, seemingly in defense of Vereesa and Falstad. |
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| − | ==Factions== |
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| − | *[[Horde]] |
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| − | *[[Black dragonflight]] |
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| − | *[[Red dragonflight]] |
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| − | *[[Wildhammer dwarves]] |
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| − | *[[Khaz Modan]] [[hill dwarves]] |
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| − | *[[Alliance]] |
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| − | ==Locations== |
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| − | *[[Alterac Mountains]] |
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| − | **[[Dalaran]] |
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| − | *[[Hillsbrad Foothills]] |
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| − | **[[Hasic]] |
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| − | **[[Juroon]] (mentioned) |
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| − | *[[Wetlands]] |
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| − | **[[Grim Batol]] |
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| − | ==Fan campaign== |
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| − | An unofficial [[Warcraft III]] campaign<ref>http://warcraft3.filefront.com/file/Day_of_the_Dragon;73145</ref> has been made to cover the events in this book. |
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| − | ==References== |
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| − | [[es:Day of the Dragon]] |
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| − | [[Category:Sources]] |
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| − | [[Category:Paperbacks]] |
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| − | [[Category:Novels]] |
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| − | [[Category:Warcraft: Day of the Dragon| ]] |
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