- This article is about the character. For the video, see Leeroy Jenkins (video). For the card, see TCG Heroes of Azeroth/198. For the title see Titles.
| Leeroy Jenkins | |
|---|---|
| Image of Leeroy Jenkins | |
| Faction | Alliance |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | Human |
| Class | Paladin |
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Leeroy Jenkins is a paladin of the Alliance. He is a bit of a legend, having gained infamy by way of the millions of WoW fans who have watched the Leeroy Jenkins (video).
The video depicts a raid group carefully planning out a method for clearing out a room. The scene is the epitome of highly structured raid play, where order of battle, combat tactics and numbers crunching are par for the course. Among the group is Leeroy, sitting quietly and saying nothing. After a full minute into planning, Leeroy, who had been away from keyboard up until now, charges ahead into the room - solo, saying, "Ok times up, let's do this. LEEEEEERRROYYYYY JENKKKIIINNNSS". Confused, the group follows in with haste, yelling, "STICK TO THE PLAN! STICK TO THE PLAN!!". Inevitably, the group is wiped.
Many people point to the video as THE premiere example of how the game can become far too serious, sapping the fun from the experience. Others would say that it shows how only teamwork and careful planning can lead to success when confronting high-end game content. Either way, the video is popular and fun. (And on a side note, Leeroy is still part of the same clan today — guess they didn't take it too hard...)
Leeroy Jenkins is also featured in the World of Warcraft Trading Card Game as an epic ally card, number 198.
Metzen was asked at San Diego Comicon if the character will ever appear in World of Warcraft: The Comic. He thought it was a good idea. Only time will tell if it ever happens.
The original player behind Leeroy Jenkins was invited for a guest appearance during BlizzCon 2007. On stage, he recited the war cry of "LEEEEEERRROYYYYY JENKKKIIINNNSS" to the delight of the audience. He was said to be available at the after-party to meet and greet fans.
Trivia
His card represents one of the more notable inclusions of fan-created content into the Warcraft universe, as the character and catchphrase are taken from a popular video.
In-Game Reference
As of 3.0.2, players can earn an Achievement by killing 50 whelps in UBRS, where the video takes place, within 15 seconds of the death of the first. This achievement grants the title of "Jenkins".