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[[Image:KhadgarDarkPortalW2.JPG|thumb|right|Khadgar uses the skull of Gul'dan to close the Dark Portal in Warcraft II.]] |
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After the insidious warlock [[Gul'dan]] died, his skull was turned into a channeling totem for demonic energy. It was briefly held by a low-ranking [[Bonechewer]] officer. The skull was acquired by [[Ner'zhul]] for use in opening portals to other worlds, which also required the [[Book of Medivh]], the [[Eye of Dalaran]], and the [[Jeweled Scepter of Sargeras]]. |
After the insidious warlock [[Gul'dan]] died, his skull was turned into a channeling totem for demonic energy. It was briefly held by a low-ranking [[Bonechewer]] officer. The skull was acquired by [[Ner'zhul]] for use in opening portals to other worlds, which also required the [[Book of Medivh]], the [[Eye of Dalaran]], and the [[Jeweled Scepter of Sargeras]]. |
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[[Khadgar]], [[Alleria Windrunner]], and [[Turalyon]] managed to steal the skull and the Book of Medivh from Ner'zhul well into the [[Alliance Expedition]]'s campaign. Khadgar used the skull and the Book of Medivh to close the [[Dark Portal]], and sent both artifacts back to Azeroth via gryphon rider, but wasn't certain if they completed the transit. |
[[Khadgar]], [[Alleria Windrunner]], and [[Turalyon]] managed to steal the skull and the Book of Medivh from Ner'zhul well into the [[Alliance Expedition]]'s campaign. Khadgar used the skull and the Book of Medivh to close the [[Dark Portal]], and sent both artifacts back to Azeroth via gryphon rider, but wasn't certain if they completed the transit. |
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When Illidan "consumed" the skull it was not destroyed. The opening cinematic of [[the Burning Crusade]] features him holding a skull in his claws, and he can be seen in-game doing the same thing. This is the Skull of Gul'dan, which Illidan kept in his possession to train new demon hunters with it, but from the five demon hunters he trained three died, one went mad, whereas the final one managed to succeed. The skull is now part of Illidan's [[Illidan Stormrage (tactics)#Loot|loot table]]. |
When Illidan "consumed" the skull it was not destroyed. The opening cinematic of [[the Burning Crusade]] features him holding a skull in his claws, and he can be seen in-game doing the same thing. This is the Skull of Gul'dan, which Illidan kept in his possession to train new demon hunters with it, but from the five demon hunters he trained three died, one went mad, whereas the final one managed to succeed. The skull is now part of Illidan's [[Illidan Stormrage (tactics)#Loot|loot table]]. |
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Revision as of 05:03, 12 January 2009
- The Skull of Gul'dan
- Binds when picked up
- Unique
- Trinket
- Requires Level 70
- Item Level 151
- Equip: Improves hit rating by 25.
Equip: Increases spell power by 55.
Use: Tap into the power of the skull, increasing haste rating by 175 for 20 sec. - Sell Price: 9
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- Were you looking for the battle in the Second War, The Skull of Gul'dan?
The Skull of Gul'dan (written as "skull of Gul'dan" in lore) was a powerful demonic artifact created from the skull of the orc sorcerer Gul'dan. Used for a plethora of demonic activity, from opening portals to corrupting the forests of Ashenvale, its powers were finally consumed by Illidan Stormrage. Although already consumed by Illidan, the skull still holds power and is in Illidan's possession.
History
Khadgar uses the skull of Gul'dan to close the Dark Portal in Warcraft II.
After the insidious warlock Gul'dan died, his skull was turned into a channeling totem for demonic energy. It was briefly held by a low-ranking Bonechewer officer. The skull was acquired by Ner'zhul for use in opening portals to other worlds, which also required the Book of Medivh, the Eye of Dalaran, and the Jeweled Scepter of Sargeras.
It turned out that the skull wasn't really needed to rebuild the Dark Portal, but Ner'zhul kept it as a trophy of his triumph over his apprentice. The skull appeared to hold some shard of Gul'dan's soul within, enabling the dead warlock to communicate with Ner'zhul. Deathwing later demanded it as payment for his services for purposes unknown.[1] Additionally, it is implied several times that the Skull has corrupting properties on its wielder as the voice of Gul'dan slowly tempts him over time.[2]
Once a powerful user of demonic magics, the demons answered his calls, and found a greater use for his head.
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Khadgar, Alleria Windrunner, and Turalyon managed to steal the skull and the Book of Medivh from Ner'zhul well into the Alliance Expedition's campaign. Khadgar used the skull and the Book of Medivh to close the Dark Portal, and sent both artifacts back to Azeroth via gryphon rider, but wasn't certain if they completed the transit.
Years later it would appear again on Azeroth, this time used by the Burning Legion to corrupt the forests of Felwood. The skull's powers were eventually consumed by Illidan Stormrage who, upon absorbing its power, became half night elf and half demon. With his newfound power, he struck a major blow to the Legion by killing Tichondrius. Illidan retained memories of the Tomb of Sargeras from Gul'dan, which he used in tandem with his own knowledge of Suramar to find the Eye of Sargeras.
Exactly how the Legion regained the Skull is unknown. Beyond the Dark Portal establishes that Khadgar intended for it to return to Azeroth, but it is vague as to what happened. The fact that Gul'dan's spirit lingered on within the Skull was long speculated by some, and this feature may explain some of Illidan's behavior.
Powers
In Warcraft III
In Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos, consuming The Skull of Gul'dan doubled Illidan's base attack damage (from 34-56 to 75-123) and allowed him to deal chaos damage, which was fully effective against all types of armor (including the Divine Armor of Tichondrius). In addition, it metamorphosed Illidan in a powerful demon with ranged attack. It also increased Illidan's strenght, agility and intelligence which resulted in his health points increasing by 300 and his mana points by 90.
Current status
The skull of Gul'dan in Illidan's grasp.
When Illidan "consumed" the skull it was not destroyed. The opening cinematic of the Burning Crusade features him holding a skull in his claws, and he can be seen in-game doing the same thing. This is the Skull of Gul'dan, which Illidan kept in his possession to train new demon hunters with it, but from the five demon hunters he trained three died, one went mad, whereas the final one managed to succeed. The skull is now part of Illidan's loot table.
Gallery
The Skull of Gul'dan is tossed aside after the Dark Portal is closed.
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Illidan holding the Skull of Guldan (in-game).
References
- ^ Rosenberg, Aaron; Christie Golden. Beyond the Dark Portal, 225. ISBN 978-1-4165-5086-0.
- ^ Rosenberg, Aaron; Christie Golden. "Chapter Six", Beyond the Dark Portal, 77. ISBN 978-1-4165-5086-0.