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| image = Brann.jpg
  
 
| name = Brann Bronzebeard
  
| name = Brann Bronzebeard
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| image = BrannHs.jpg
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| titles = High Explorer<ref>''[[Horde Player's Guide]]'', 165</ref>
  
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| title = Archaelogy Trainer
 
| gender = Male
  
| gender = Male
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| race = Dwarf
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| race = Ironforge dwarf
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| creature = Humanoid
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| character = [[Dwarven prospector]] (RPG); [[Hunter]] (presumed)
  
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| affiliation = [[Alliance of Lordaeron]]<br />[[Ironforge|Kingdom of Ironforge]]<br />[[Explorers' Guild]]
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| affiliation = [[Alliance]], [[Ironforge (kingdom)|Ironforge]], [[Bronzebeard clan]], [[Explorers' League]]
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| faffiliation = [[Alliance of Lordaeron]]
 
| faction = Alliance
  
| faction = Alliance
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| aggro = {{Aggro|1|1}}
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| location = [[The Tribunal of Ages]] and [[The Forge of Wills]], [[Halls of Stone]] or [[Archivum|The Archivum]], [[Ulduar (instance)|Ulduar]]
  
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| occupation = [[High Explorer]] of the [[Explorers' Guild]], Geographer, Historian, Ambassador, Archaeologist, [[Adventurer]], Anthropologist, Gadabout, Representative, Translator, etc.
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| occupation = Leader of the Explorers' League,<ref>[http://web.archive.org/web/20120508043356/http://us.battle.net/wow/en/faction/explorers-league Archived Explorers' League page]</ref> Geographer, Historian, Ambassador,{{fact}} Archaeologist,<ref>[[Deciphering Demonology]]</ref> Adventurer, Anthropologist,{{fact}} Representative,{{fact}} Translator{{fact}}
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| location = [[#Locations|Various]]
 
| status = Alive
  
| status = Alive
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| relatives = [[Elder Bronzebeard]], [[Madoran Bronzebeard]] (ancestors), [[Magni Bronzebeard]], [[Muradin Bronzebeard]] (brothers), [[Moira Bronzebeard]] (niece)
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| relatives = [[Elder Bronzebeard]], [[Aegrim Bronzebeard|Aegrim]], [[Madoran Bronzebeard|Madoran]] (ancestors), [[Magni Bronzebeard|Magni]], [[Muradin Bronzebeard|Muradin]] (brothers), [[Moira Bronzebeard|Moira]] (niece), [[Eimear]] (sister-in-law), [[Dagran Thaurissan II]] (great-nephew)
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| companions = [[Glibb]] (gorilla)
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| students = [[Harrison Jones]]<ref>[[Harrison Jones and the Temple of Uldum]]</ref>
 
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{{QuoteWiki|The answers are here, I can feel it.|Brann's on-click greetings}}
   
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'''Brann Bronzebeard''' is the youngest of the three Bronzebeard brothers, with King [[Magni Bronzebeard]] and [[Muradin Bronzebeard]] being his elders. Brann is an active member of the [[Explorers' League]], following closely in the footsteps of his brother Muradin.
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'''Brann Bronzebeard''' is the youngest of the three Bronzebeard brothers, with King [[Magni Bronzebeard]] and [[Muradin Bronzebeard]] being his elders. A noted dwarven historian and veteran of the [[Second War]],<ref>[http://web.archive.org/web/20060830082414/http://www.blizzard.com/wow/brann.shtml Old Website]</ref> Brann is an active member of the [[Explorers' League]], following closely in the footsteps of his brother Muradin, one of the founding members of the League.<ref>''[[Arthas: Rise of the Lich King]]'', chapter 14</ref> One of the greatest explorers to ever wander the lands of Azeroth, Brann is recognized and welcomed across the known world. The warm, courageous dwarf has made friends and acquaintances in nearly every charted land - and presumably those uncharted as well.
   
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One of the greatest explorers to ever wander the lands of Azeroth, Brann is recognized and welcomed across the known world. The warm, courageous dwarf has made friends and acquaintances in nearly every charted land — and presumably those uncharted as well. Brann has spent many years mapping out the remote corners and hidden nooks of the [[Eastern Kingdoms]] for his beloved [[Explorers' Guild]]. With the recent discovery of Kalimdor, Brann is one of the first dwarves to tread the unknown paths of the ancients.<ref>''[[World of Warcraft|World of Warcraft Manual]]'', 173</ref>
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He has spent many years mapping out the remote corners and hidden nooks of the [[Eastern Kingdoms]] for his beloved Explorers' Guild, which he helped to found. With the discovery of [[Kalimdor]], Brann was one of the first dwarves to tread the unknown paths of the ancients.<ref name="WoWman173">''[[World of Warcraft|World of Warcraft Manual]]'', 173</ref> From the frigid mountains of [[Northrend]] to the depths of [[Uldaman]], wherever ancient mysteries call, he will follow.<ref>[http://us.battle.net/hearthstone/en/blog/19932699/join-the-league-of-explorers-on-november-13-11-6-2015 Join the League of Explorers on November 12!]</ref>
   
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== Biography ==
  
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Brann is one of the founders of the Explorers' Guild, along with [[Samul Strangehands]].<ref>''[[Lands of Conflict]]'', 27</ref> He is one of the greatest explorers, anthropologists, archaeologists, taxonomists, linguists, etc, to ever wander the lands of [[Azeroth (world)|Azeroth]]. At different times during his journey, he has traveled with companions including his beloved pet gorilla, [[Glibb]], and his trusty gryphon, [[Gryphadin]].
  
   
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==Biography==
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Brann Bronzbebeard went to an [[archaeology]] school and used to copy [[Hilda Hornswaggle]]'s notes.<ref>[[Hilda Hornswaggle#Gossip]]</ref>
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"There are more than a dozen major languages in Azeroth, and there's little excuse for every explorer not to have at least a passing fluency in all of them."<ref>''[[Lands of Conflict]]'', 27</ref>
  
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During the First War, Brann learned a bit of [[Orcish]] in order to help question prisoners of war. By the end of the Second War, he considered himself conversational in the orc tongue.<ref>''[[Lands of Conflict]]'', 27</ref>
  
   
 
===Second War===
  
===Second War===
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Brann is also a formidable warrior. During the Second War, Brann and his brother Muradin were sent by their elder brother, King Magni, to accompany the Alliance army led by [[Anduin Lothar]] as they made their way through Khaz Modan to Blackrock Spire.<ref>''[[Tides of Darkness]]'', 336</ref> During the war he had the chance to directly work with Lothar,<ref>''[[Alliance Player's Guide]]'', 135</ref> and once spoke to him about his battle with Medivh.<ref>''[[Alliance Player's Guide]]'', 186</ref> Their knowledge of the terrain and their skill in battle proved invaluable. After Lothar's death, the two followed his lieutenant, [[Turalyon]], in the battle that resulted in the destruction of the [[Dark Portal]].<ref>''[[Tides of Darkness]]''</ref>
  
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Brann is a formidable warrior. During the Second War, he fought in the [[Siege of Ironforge]] and afterwards Brann and his brother Muradin were sent by their elder brother, King Magni, to accompany the Alliance army led by [[Anduin Lothar]] as they made their way through Khaz Modan to Blackrock Spire.<ref>''[[Tides of Darkness]]'', 336</ref> After Lothar's death, the two followed his lieutenant, [[Turalyon]], in the battle that resulted in the destruction of the [[Dark Portal]].<ref>''[[Tides of Darkness]]''</ref>
   
 
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[[File:Brann in Un'Goro Crater (HOTS).jpg|thumb|300px|Brann in [[Un'Goro Crater]].]]
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Shortly after the Third War, Brann began a journey of discovery to explore the world at the behest of his brother Magni and the Explorers' League to map out the [[Eastern Kingdoms]]. Eventually he also mapped out Kalimdor and the South Seas. Later, he went to travel through Northrend to discover what had happened to his brother Muradin.
  
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''For more info see [[Brann's Journal]]. Brann's world exploration was mostly described in RPG books (as seen below under the More travels section) which are now non-canon.''
   
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When Magni founded the Explorers' League,<ref>''[[Ultimate Visual Guide]]'', pg. 80</ref> some time before the [[Third War]],<ref>[[Arthas: Rise of the Lich King]]</ref> Brann began a journey of discovery to explore the world at the behest of his brother Magni and the Explorers' League to map out the [[Eastern Kingdoms]]. Eventually he also mapped out [[Kalimdor]]<ref>[[World of Warcraft: Game Manual]]</ref> and the [[South Seas]].{{fact}}
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During his journey, the celebrated adventurer made his way through the regions of [[Elwynn Forest]] and [[Westfall]] before filing his last report from the misty jungles of [[Stranglethorn Vale]], and then he went missing. According to his last correspondence, Brann had just uncovered the ruins of an ancient city hidden deep within Stranglethorn when he was beset upon by a band of savage jungle troll headhunters. Presumably, Brann evaded capture, but the only real clue pertaining to his whereabouts came in the form of a vague final sentence: "I resolved to head east…"<ref>[[Journal of Brann]]</ref> Brann apparently was fine, however, and had just explored [[Zul'Gurub]], before he continued his journey in the Eastern Kingdoms heading north. Once he finished his journey, he sent his first major report (which he titled [[Lands of Conflict]]) and continued his journey heading to [[Kalimdor]], then through the [[South Seas]], on his way to [[Northrend]].
  
   
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During his journey, the celebrated adventurer made his way through the regions of [[Elwynn Forest]] and [[Westfall]] before filing his last report from the misty jungles of [[Stranglethorn Vale]], and then he went missing. According to his last correspondence, Brann had just uncovered the ruins of an ancient city hidden deep within Stranglethorn when he was beset upon by a band of savage jungle troll headhunters. Presumably, Brann evaded capture, but the only real clue pertaining to his whereabouts came in the form of a vague final sentence: "I resolved to head east…"<ref>[[Journal of Brann]]</ref> Brann apparently was fine, however, and had just explored [[Zul'Gurub]], before he continued his journey in the Eastern Kingdoms heading north.
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On his way to Northrend he went missing yet again. Little is known about Brann's second disappearance other than the fact that he was headed towards the continent of Northrend to investigate his brother Muradin's death.<ref>''[[World of Warcraft|World of Warcraft Manual]]'', 173</ref> It is possible that the guild lost track of him while he was in the South Seas.
  
   
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Unknown to the Guild, he had finally made it to Northrend safely. While there, he mapped out Northrend and befriended or carefully researched the [[tuskarr]], [[furbolg]], [[blue dragon]]s, [[murloc]]s, [[magnataur]], and others.
 
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With his new pet [[ape]], [[Glibb]], Brann went back to the southwestern-most wastes of [[Silithus]] to investigate the rumors - the discovery of [[nerubian]]s{{fact}} - as well as learn about the [[Old God]] [[C'Thun]] and the [[qiraji]] from members of the [[Cenarion Circle]]. He then set up camp with an expedition in southern Silithus in order to find a way past the Scarab Wall, which he had been to before but had never found a way in. He discovered a silithid tunnel leading into the ancient city of [[Ahn'Qiraj]]. Most of his expedition had been killed, but he escaped, leaving Glibb behind, and continued writing notes for his school book. By that time, the Bronze Dragonflight had helped a group of adventurers reconstruct the [[Scepter of the Shifting Sands]], and the gates of Ahn'Qiraj had been opened.<ref>''[[Dark Factions]]'', pg. 145</ref> Adventurers had just begun to travel into the city in order to defeat C'Thun before he could emerge to devastate Azeroth.<ref>''[[Dark Factions]]'', pg. 88</ref><ref>[[Brann Bronzebeard's Lost Letter (quest)]]</ref>
   
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Months before the Year 25, Brann disappeared and it was known that he was headed towards the continent of Northrend to investigate his brother Muradin's death.<ref name="WoWman173"/> Unknown to the Guild, he had finally made it to Northrend safely.
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While in Northrend, Brann used a document and Scourge artifacts he had bought in Gadgetzan, which allowed him passage into the [[Sundered Monolith]], a city still held by the living [[nerubians]].<ref>''[[Lands of Mystery]]'', 141</ref> He was able to befriend a few surviving nerubians, and learned much about their history. After his journey he sent his second report (which he titled ''[[Lands of Mystery]]'') back to his brother and the Explorers' Guild.
  
   
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After his initial journey he continued his travels around the world, returning to areas he had previously explored, in order to interview members of various races of the world for a history book for school rooms he was considering writing. He put together some of his notes and working drafts concerning the history and culture of each of the Alliance and Horde races, as well as those of furbolgs, Wildhammer dwarves, forest trolls, ogres, and other [[independent]] races. He later sent these notes and drafts, including articles on the history and current state of affairs of the Horde and Alliance and other independent organizations (which can be found in ''[[Alliance Player's Guide]]'', ''[[Horde Player's Guide]]'', and ''[[Dark Factions]]''), to Ironforge. Around that time, he began to hear rumors of the Twilight's Hammer waiting for C'Thun to rise behind the [[Scarab Wall]] in the ancient city of [[Ahn'Qiraj]].<ref>''[[Horde Player's Guide]]'', 169</ref>
  
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[[File:Brann-in-northrend.jpg|thumb|left|Brann with [[Earthen Protector]]s in Halls of Stone.]]
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[[File:Brann Escort.jpg|thumb|Brann in Halls of Stone.]]
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Brann is heavily involved in an Alliance quest chain that starts in [[Frosthold]], the city of Frost dwarves in [[Storm Peaks]]. The first quest is given by [[Archaeologist Andorin]], called [[On Brann's Trail|On Brann's Trail]]. Upon series of tasks he is reunited with his brother, Muradin.
   
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Brann also appears inside the [[Halls of Stone]] in [[Ulduar]], the Titan city in [[Storm Peaks]]. He is involved in the escort quest in the [[Tribunal of Ages]]. Brann does not appear to have any qualms as to who comes to his aid while he is in Ulduar, as both Alliance and Horde are able to interact with him.
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With his new pet [[ape]], [[Glibb]], Brann went back to the southwestern-most wastes of [[Silithus]] to investigate the rumors - the discovery of [[nerubian]]s - as well as learn about the [[Old God]] [[C'Thun]] and the [[qiraji]] from members of the [[Cenarion Circle]]. He then set up camp with an expedition in southern Silithus in order to find a way past the Scarab Wall, which he had been to before but had never found a way in. He discovered a silithid tunnel leading into the ancient city of [[Ahn'Qiraj]]. Most of his expedition had been killed, but he escaped, leaving Glibb behind, and continued writing notes for his school book. By that time, the Bronze Dragonflight had helped a group of adventurers reconstruct the [[Scepter of the Shifting Sands]], and the gates of Ahn'Qiraj had been opened.<ref>''[[Dark Factions]]'', 145</ref> Adventurers had just begun to travel into the city in order to defeat C'thun before he could emerge to devastate Azeroth.<ref>''[[Dark Factions]]'', 88</ref>
  
   
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If you complete the achievement [[Northrend Explorer]], the players will receive a letter from Brann Bronzebeard congratulating them for doing so. In that letter Brann also attaches the {{loot|epic|Tabard of the Explorer}}.
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During his research for the schoolbook, he thought of possibly heading to [[Outland]] after he finished the book.<ref>''[[Alliance Player's Guide]]'', 136</ref><ref>''[[Horde Player's Guide]]'', 134</ref>
  
   
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Brann appeared in the Secrets of Ulduar trailer. Brann led an army of troops and tanks into Ulduar in an effort to discover its secrets, but was driven out by [[Kologarn]] as the only survivor of his expedition. Making his way to Dalaran to deliver his report to [[Rhonin]] and [[Jaina Proudmoore]], Brann kept referring to a malevolent "presence" he felt within Ulduar, the presence of the unchained [[Yogg-Saron]]. He says of Yogg-Saron: "Prisoner? Ha. With it's bindings shattered, it's influence unchecked, it's gonna come after us, and then ''we'll'' be the prisoners."
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[[Image:Brann Escort.jpg|thumb|Brann Bronzebeard in ''World of Warcraft''.]]
  
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[[Image:Brann-in-northrend.jpg|thumb|Brann, accompanied by two [[Earthen Protector]]s, inside the Halls of Stone.]]
  
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[[Image:Archivum Console.jpg|thumb|right|Brann accessing the [[Archivum Console]]]]
  
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Brann leads a second assault against [[Ulduar (instance)|Ulduar]] with the aid of player characters and the [[Kirin Tor]]. He can be heard communicating with players over the radio during the push towards [[Flame Leviathan]]. After defeating Flame Leviathan, he can be found deeper inside Ulduar, within the [[Archivum]]. After defeating [[Algalon the Observer]] and taking [[Reply-Code Alpha]] from him, Brann can briefly be seen in Dalaran as Rhonin transmits the code from the [[Eventide]].
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[[Chris Metzen]] stated at the [[Blizzcon 2007]] lore panel that Brann would appear in the [[Wrath of the Lich King]] expansion. This is the first time that Brann has directly appeared in a Warcraft computer game.<ref>http://www.wowinsider.com/2007/08/04/blizzcon-day-2-wow-lore-and-quests-panel-liveblog</ref>
  
   
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Brann is heavily involved in an Alliance quest chain that starts in [[Frosthold]], the city of Frost dwarves in [[Storm Peaks]]. The first quest is given by [[Archaeologist Andorin]], called [[Quest:On Brann's Trail|On Brann's Trail]]. For lore fans, these quests are well worth finishing for the in-game scene at the end.
  
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Brann Ulduar 1.jpg|Brann at Expedition Base Camp.
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Brann Ulduar 2.jpg|Brann and Archmage Rhydian discuss their next move.
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Brann In Ulduar.jpg|Brann in Ulduar.
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Archivum Console.jpg|Brann accessing the [[Archivum Console]].
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Brann also appears inside the [[Halls of Stone]] in [[Ulduar]], the Titan city in [[Storm Peaks]]. He is involved in the escort quest in the [[Tribunal of Ages]]. Brann does not appear to have any qualms as to who comes to his aid while he is in Ulduar, as both Alliance and Horde are able to interact with him.
  
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As earthquakes begin to occur across the planet, Brann found some ancient, unusual tablets in Ulduar. The Explorers' League's preliminary reports stated that they may be able to help with understanding the situation. Brann was so sure that the tablets would point in the right direction, he completed plans to ship them to Magni in Ironforge.
   
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As he waited for the tablets to arrive, Magni called a meeting of the Alliance leadership, including [[Lady Jaina Proudmoore]], to gather in [[King Varian Wrynn]]'s [[throne room]] in [[Stormwind City]]. Magni explained the potential of the tablets to the other leaders, and conveyed his confidence in Brann's certainty.
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If you complete the achievement [[Explore Northrend]], the players will receive a letter from Brann Bronzebeard congratulating them for doing so. In that letter Brann also attaches the {{loot|epic|Tabard of the Explorer}}.
  
   
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Brann appeared in the Secrets of Ulduar trailer. Brann led an army of troops and tanks into Ulduar in an effort to discover its secrets, but was driven out by [[Kologarn]] as the only survivor of his expedition. Making his way to Dalaran to deliver his report to [[Rhonin]] and [[Jaina Proudmoore]], Brann kept referring to a malevolent "presence" he felt within Ulduar, the presence of the unchained [[Yogg-Saron]].
  
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After Magni's death, Brann and Muradin were nowhere to be found as gryphons were sent after them but without success. Both were to take Magni's crown. However, [[Moira]] appeared in Ironforge outranking them because she was the legitimate heir.
   
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Brann leads a second assault against [[Ulduar (instance)|Ulduar]] with the aid of player characters and the [[Kirin Tor]]. He can be heard communicating with players over the radio during the push towards [[Flame Leviathan]]. After defeating Flame Leviathan, he can be found deeper inside Ulduar, within the [[Archivum]]. After defeating [[Algalon the Observer]] and taking {{loot|item|Reply-Code Alpha}} from him, Brann can briefly be seen in Dalaran as Rhonin transmits the code from the [[Eventide]].
  
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In his continued search for Titan lore, Brann can be found in the newly-opened region of [[Uldum]] in southern [[Kalimdor]].
   
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When his lazy butt finally kicks in the [[Harrison Jones and the Temple of Uldum|Harrison Jones and the Temple of Uldum]], he wants to go to the [[Cradle of the Ancients]]. When the [[adventurer]]s arrive there in the [[The Coffer of Promise|The Coffer of Promise]], he's got what he was looking for and finishes up going to [[Halls of Origination]] to wrap things up there.
   
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Brann Uldum1 (HOTS).jpg|Brann beats Harrison Jones to the Coffer of Promise.
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Brann Uldum2 (HOTS).jpg|Brann finds treasure in Uldum.
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Brann at Temple of Uldum.jpg|Brann at Temple of Uldum.
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Brann at Cradle of the Ancients.jpg|Brann at Cradle of the Ancients.
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Brann in Halls Origination.jpg|Brann in Halls of Origination.
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At [[Blizzcon 2009]] it was mentioned that Brann will appear in the [[Cataclysm]] expansion. He'll be present at Uldum.
  
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[[File:Brann in Pandaria.jpg|thumb|275px|Brann as an Archaeology trainer.]]
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Brann makes an appearance at the [[Seat of Knowledge]], home base of the [[Lorewalkers]], in the [[Vale of Eternal Blossoms]] on [[Pandaria]].
   
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He functions as an archaeology trainer and sells other useful items in exchange for a [[Restored Artifact]] or five.
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* [http://web.archive.org/web/20060830082414/http://www.blizzard.com/wow/brann.shtml Brann Goes missing in Stranglethorn Vale]
  
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* [http://web.archive.org/web/20020204025944/www.worldofwarcraft.com/WoW/content/journal/elwynn/ Journey of Brann]
  
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* [[Journal of Brann]]
  
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* [[Quest:Brann Bronzebeard's Lost Letter]]
  
   
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==Books==
  
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Along his journeys around the world he has chronicled his adventures and accumulated knowledge in five known volumes so far: his [[Journal of Brann|journal]], two books known as ''[[Lands of Conflict]]'' and ''[[Lands of Mystery]]'', and notes for a book he is writing which could be found in ''[[Alliance Player's Guide]]'', ''[[Horde Player's Guide]]'', and ''[[Dark Factions]]'', which he sent to his brother Magni Bronzebeard and the Explorers' League at various times during his journey.
  
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Brann led an expedition to the ruins of [[Mogujia]]. There, with the help of the Alliance heroes, he found a sha touched claw which he brought back to the [[Shrine of Seven Stars]] for further study. The Sha energy however, escaped containment and contaminated some of the Alliance footmen. Prince [[Anduin Wrynn]] and an Alliance Champion set off to cleanse those contaminated from the Sha's influence. Brann is seen in the Shrine of Seven Stars summit, where the Alliance dignitaries and allies discuss the pros and cons of using [[Sha]] power. Though he doesn't like the look of the Sha, he acquiesced that it doesn't hurt to study it. It was ultimately voted to ban its use. After the Alliance discovered that Garrosh is looking for the Divine Bell, Brann accompanied [[Sarannha Skyglaive]] and her expedition to the [[Ruins of Korune]].
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At the beginning of the Burning Legion's invasion, [[Advisor Belgrum]] messaged Brann that Magni, having been petrified from the using the Ulduar tablets four years previously, had reawakened. Claiming to have information about how to defeat the Legion and mentioning [[Ulduar]], Brann sought out [[Khadgar]] and the player at [[Dalaran]] to meet up with Magni at Ulduar and find out what he knows, although Brann admits he's not sure if Magni is crazy, or even his oldest brother at all.
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After rescuing Magni from Legion agents trying to probe his mind, Brann and the others are led to the [[Celestial Planetarium]] and learn that Azeroth is a [[titan]] who has chosen the transformed Magni as her speaker. Magni informs Brann and Khadgar that the [[Pillars of Creation]] are needed to seal the portal at the [[Tomb of Sargeras]], and as Khadgar leaves for [[Karazhan]] to learn their location, Brann stays behind to catch up with Magni.<ref>[[The Diamond King]]</ref>
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At some point during the [[third invasion]], Brann has introduced [[Grif Wildheart]] to [[Prustaga]].<ref>[[Stolen Thunder]]</ref> Brann visits various [[Explorer's League]] camps across the [[Broken Isles]] to work with [[adventurer]]s interested in [[archaeology]].
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[[Azeroth (titan)|Azeroth]] contacted Magni and told him about a lost titan vault near the [[Maelstrom]], though as Magni would explain to Brann she did not do so in words but rather in "feelings". Magni felt that this mission from Azeroth had something to do with the [[Light]] and [[Adventurer|High Priest]] of the [[Conclave]], so he and Brann traveled to [[Netherlight Temple]] to contact them. Magni, Brann, the High Priest, and [[Betild Deepanvil]] took a [[submarine]] from [[Azsuna]] to an area of the [[Great Sea]] northeast of the Maelstrom, where they discovered the [[Primordial Observatory]]. After identifying Magni as the Speaker, [[Caretaker WH12-B4NG]] revealed to the four of them that the vault holds three [[seeker]]s: creatures that were long ago infused with the Light by the [[titan]]s to help the [[Titanic watcher|watchers]] by speeding them to sites of corruption. Magni realized that finding the seekers was the reason Azeroth directed him to the vault.
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One of the three seekers had been affected by the [[Void]], prompting WH12-B4NG to initiate the vault's sanitation protocol. After the guardians of the vault were fought off and WH12-B4NG powered down. Magni realized that Azeroth knew the High Priest would protect the seekers from the Void that would have overtaken the vault before long, and that was why she had contacted him. Magni, Brann, Betild, and the High Priest returned to Netherlight Temple with the seekers.<ref>[[The Sunken Vault (quest)]]</ref>
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He and [[Gelbin Mekkatorque]] sent [[Sapphronetta Flivvers]] to [[Silithus]] to examine [[:Azerite]].<ref>''[[Before the Storm]]'', chapter 12</ref>
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Brann can be found aboard the ''[[Wind's Redemption]]'' docked at [[Boralus]] in [[Kul Tiras]]. He later travels to [[Fort Victory]] at [[Nazmir]] on [[Zandalar]] in an attempt to get the [[blood troll]]s to ally with the Alliance against the Horde. The attempt is a failure.
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Brann is the Alliance's companion through the [[Underrot]] and [[Uldir]], ending in the defeat of [[G'huun]]. The Horde is accompanied by [[Princess Talanji]] instead.
  +
  +
Brann helps dwarves who are level 120 and Exalted with Ironforge to reforge the armor of [[Aegrim Bronzebeard]], earning their [[heritage armor]].
  +
  +
Magni and Brann later traveled to Uldir to bring [[MOTHER]] to the [[Chamber of Heart]] so that she could analyze Azeroth and find a way to heal her. However, it would take "77 cycles" for MOTHER's analysis to finish and so Magni told the adventurer he'd contact them then.<ref>[[Necessity is the MOTHER]]</ref>
  +
  +
He makes an appearance at the [[Maker's Ascent]] in [[Uldum]] during the [[Assault in Uldum]] along with several other members of the league.
  +
  +
===Exploring Azeroth===
  +
{{Novel-section}}
  +
Brann and his brothers made the trip to [[Northrend]] to check on the state of the land and their old allies.
  +
  +
===The Vow Eternal===
  +
{{Novel-section}}
  +
Brann and his family were among those who attended the wedding of [[Lor'themar Theron]] and [[Thalyssra]]. During the reception, they spoke with [[Zekhan]] and [[Wrathion]].<ref>[[The Vow Eternal]]</ref>
  +
  +
==Locations==
  +
{{Npchealth|align=
  +
| loc1 = Halls of Stone
  +
| level1 = 80
  +
| health1 = {{health|5=32,052|5h=40,065}}
  +
| loc2 = Ulduar
  +
| level2 = 80
  +
| health2 = 33,204
  +
| loc3 = Uldum
  +
| level3 = 85
  +
| health3 = 5,502
  +
| loc4 = Seat of Knowledge
  +
| level4 = 80
  +
| health4 = 23,778
  +
| loc5 = Shrine of Seven Stars
  +
| level5 = 90
  +
| health5 = 2,363,646
  +
| loc6 = Dalaran
  +
| level6 = 110
  +
| health6 = 1,827,200
  +
| loc7 = The Diamond King
  +
| level7 = 100
  +
| health7 = 19,570,800
  +
| loc8 = Broken Isles
  +
| level8 = 110
  +
| health8 = 27,410
  +
| loc9 = Nazmir
  +
| level9 = 111 - 120
  +
| health9 = 2,992,400 - 8,646,000
  +
| loc10 = Uldir
  +
| level10 = 110
  +
| health10 = 2,636,902
  +
}}
  +
  +
==Abilities==
  +
*'''Mortal Strike''' - Inflicts weapon damage and leaves the target wounded, reducing the effectiveness of any healing by 25% for 5 sec.
  +
*'''Stealth''' - Puts the caster in stealth mode. Lasts until cancelled.
  +
  +
==Quests==
  +
===Wrath of the Lich King===
  +
{{wotlk-section}}
  +
*[[Sniffing Out the Perpetrator]] {{questfinish}}
  +
*[[Pieces to the Puzzle]]/[[Pieces of the Puzzle]] {{queststartfinish}} {{questfinish}}
  +
*[[Data Mining (Alliance)]] {{queststartfinish}}
  +
*[[The Library Console]] {{queststart}}
  +
*[[Norgannon's Shell (quest)]] {{questfinish}}
  +
*[[Aid from the Explorers' League]] {{queststart}}
  +
*[[The Master Explorer]] {{questfinish}}
  +
*[[The Brothers Bronzebeard]] {{queststart}}
  +
*[[Going After the Core]] {{queststartfinish}}
  +
*[[The Core's Keeper]] {{queststartfinish}}
  +
*[[Forging the Keystone]] {{queststart}}
  +
*[[The Exiles of Ulduar]]/[[The Earthen of Ulduar]] {{queststart}}
  +
*[[Halls of Stone (quest)]] {{queststartfinish}}
  +
  +
{{rfptr-section}}
  +
*[[Anger Remains]] {{queststartfinish}}
  +
  +
===Cataclysm===
  +
{{cata-section}}
  +
*[[Harrison Jones and the Temple of Uldum]] {{questfinish}}
  +
*[[Put That Baby in the Cradle!]] {{queststart}}
  +
*[[Three if by Air]] {{questfinish}}
  +
*[[The Coffer of Promise]] {{queststartfinish}}
  +
*[[The Heart of the Matter (Uldum)]] {{queststartfinish}}
  +
*[[Penetrating Their Defenses]] {{queststartfinish}}
  +
*[[Doing it the Hard Way]] {{queststartfinish}}
  +
  +
===Legion===
  +
{{legion-section}}
  +
*[[Bits and Pieces]] {{questfinish}}
  +
**[[Corrupted Studies]] {{queststartfinish}}
  +
*[[Fel Fragments]] {{questfinish}}
  +
**[[The Purple Hills of Eredath (quest)]] {{queststartfinish}}
  +
***[[Darkheart Thicket: Through the Fog]] {{queststartfinish}}
  +
*[[One Step Closer]] {{questfinish}}
  +
**[[Deciphering Demonology]] {{queststartfinish}}
  +
***[[Dark Secrets]] {{queststartfinish}}
  +
*[[Out of the Frying Pan]] {{questfinish}}
  +
**[[And Into the Fel Fire]] {{queststartfinish}}
  +
***[[The Apocalypse Bringer]] {{queststartfinish}}
  +
*[[Fragments of the Fjords]] {{questfinish}}
  +
**[[Process of Elimination]] {{queststartfinish}}
  +
***[[The Gates of Valor]] {{queststartfinish}}
  +
  +
{{Rfb-section|Legion}}
  +
*[[Treasures of Deathwing (quest)]] {{queststartfinish}}
  +
  +
===Battle for Azeroth===
  +
{{Bfa-section}}
  +
*[[Something Valuable, Perhaps?]] {{questfinish}}
  +
*[[Ancient Armor, Ancient Mystery]] {{queststart}}
  +
*[[Shards of the Past]] {{questfinish}}
  +
*[[Interest Yah In A Pint?]] {{queststart}}
  +
*[[Recruiting the Furnace Master]] {{queststartfinish}}
  +
*[[Earthen Blessing]] {{queststart}}
  +
*[[Legacy of the Bronzebeard]] {{queststart}}
   
 
==Quotes==
  
==Quotes==
  +
===World of Warcraft===
−
In the [[Halls of Stone]]:
  
  +
;Greeting
  +
*"The answers are here. I can feel it."
  +
*"Loads of forgotten knowledge are within our grasp."
  +
*"You'll find me wherever the action is."
  +
*"Inquiring minds just got to know."
   
  +
;Farewell
−
Greeting:
  
  +
*"Travel safe."
−
* "The answers are here. I can feel it."
  
  +
*"Don't do anything I wouldn't do."
−
* "Loads of forgotten knowledge are within our grasp."
  
−
* "You'll find me wherever the action is."
 +
*"Keep your eyes on the horizon."
  +
*"The truth is out there." (A reference to the X-files.)
   
  +
====Wrath of the lich King====
−
When a hostile creature dies:
  
  +
{{Wotlk-section}}
−
* "Now that's owning your supper!"
  
  +
;Ulduar gossip
−
* "Press on, that's the way!"
  
  +
There are secrets contained within these halls that are beyond our wildest dreams.
−
* "Keep it up now. Plenty of death-dealing for everyone!"
  
   
  +
;Later Ulduar gossip
−
When a player dies:
  
  +
Good luck to you in there. I'll try to find you farther inside once the concourse is clear.
−
* "I'm doing everything I can!"
  
−
* "Light preserve you!"
  
−
* "I hope this is all worth it!"
  
   
  +
;Dialogue
−
When Brann is low on health:
  
  +
{{main|Tribunal of Ages#Quotes}}
−
* "I'm all kinds of busted up. Might not... make it..."
  
  +
{{main|Sjonnir The Ironshaper#Quotes}}
  +
{{main|Secrets of Ulduar trailer#Transcript}}
  +
{{main|Expedition Base Camp#Quotes}}
  +
{{main|Flame Leviathan#Quotes}}
  +
{{main|Formation Grounds#Quotes}}
  +
{{main|Archivum Console}}
  +
{{main|Algalon the Observer (tactics)#Quotes}}
  +
{{main|All Is Well That Ends Well#Notes}}
   
  +
====Cataclysm====
−
When players fail to successfully escort Brann:
  
  +
{{Cata-section}}
−
* "Not yet, not... yet-"
  
  +
{{main|Anraphet#Quotes}}
  +
{{main|Doing it the Hard Way#Notes}}
   
  +
====Seat of Knowledge====
−
Start of the Escort:
  
  +
{{Mop-section}}
−
* "Time to get some answers! Let's get this show on the road!"
  
  +
A new continent full of forgotten secrets! Share what you learn with the Lorewalkers here and me, and I'll let you in on some of my other projects.
  +
:{{Trainer|I need some training.}}
  +
::{{Buy|Let me in on your other projects.}}
   
  +
====Mogujia====
−
When [[Sjonnir]] is defeated:
  
  +
*We're here on a research and excavation mission. No gettin' into trouble, I promise!
−
* "Loken?! That's downright bothersome... We might've neutralized the iron dwarves, but I'd lay odds there's another machine somewhere else churnin' out a whole mess o' these [[iron vrykul]]!"
  
  +
*Can you believe those Reliquary blood elves beat us here? We can't let them go on excavatin' our artifacts!
−
* "I'll use the forge to make badtches o' earthen to stand guard... But our greatest challenge still remains: find and stop [[Loken]]!"
  
   
  +
====Legion====
−
Arriving at the Tribunal:
  
  +
{{Legion-section}}
−
* "Take a moment and relish this with me. Soon... all will be revealed. Okay then, let's do this!"
  
  +
;Llothien Highlands
  +
A new continent full of forgotten secrets!
   
  +
;Amberfall Mesa, Stormheim
−
Interacting with the panel:
  
  +
This place is steeped in titan architecture. Why, jes over that hill to tha north is a 'uge titan chamber!
−
* "Now keep an eye out! I'll have this licked in two shakes of a--"
  
−
* "Oh, that doesn't sound good. We might have a complication or two..."
  
−
* "Ah, you want to play hardball, eh? That's just my game!"
  
−
* "Couple more minutes and I'll--"
  
−
* "Heightened? What's the good news?"
  
−
* "So that was the problem? Now I'm makin' progress...
  
−
* "Hang on! Nobody's gonna' be sanitized as long as I have a say in it!"
  
−
* "Ha! The old magic fingers finally won through! Now let's get down to--"
  
−
* "Purge? No no no no no! Where did I-- Aha, This should do the trick..."
  
   
  +
:{{Gossip|What are you doing here in the Broken Isles, Brann?}}
−
When creatures get spawned:
  
   
  +
Same thing I'm always doin' - learnin' anything I can learn about the [[Titan]]s! Where we came from, Why we're here. This land has answers, I can feel it.
−
[[Iron dwarf]]:
  
−
* "Don't worry. Old Brann has got your back. Keep that metal monstrosity busy and I'll see if I can sweet talk this machine into helping you."
  
   
  +
There ain't any city-size, Titan-made architecture here in the Broken Isles, though. No Ulduars, Uldumans... no Uld-anythin'! So I'm looking into the history of the demons. I figure maybe I'll learn somethin' about Sargeras, the fallen Titan.
−
[[Trogg]]:
  
−
* ": This is a wee bit trickier that before... Oh, bloody--incomin'!"
  
   
  +
:{{Gossip|What have you found so far?}}
−
[[Ooze]]:
  
−
* "What in the name o' Madoran did THAT do? Oh! Wait: I just about got it..."
  
   
  +
Oh, all kinds of relics from the [[War of the Ancients|War o' the Ancients]]. Plenty o' battles fought on this very land. Where d'ye think al the [[:felslate]] comes from? But nothin' Titan. Not yet, anyway...
−
[[Earthen]]:
  
−
* "Ha, that did it. Help's a-coming. Take this you glow-eying brute!"
  
   
  +
:{{Gossip|I see.}}
−
End of the Escort:
  
−
* "Query? What do you think I'm here for, Tea and biscuits? Spill the beans already!"
  
−
* "Tell me how the dwarves came to be, and start at the beginning!"
  
−
* "Right, right... I know the [[earthen]] were made from stone to shape the deep regions o' the world. But what about the anomalies? Matrix non-stabilizin' and what-not?"
  
−
* "Necrowhatinthe-- Speak bloody Common will ye?"
  
−
* "Old Gods, huh? So they zapped the Earthen with this Curse of Flesh... and then what?"
  
−
* "If they killed the Old Gods, Azeroth would've been destroyed..."
  
−
* "What protectors?"
  
−
* "[[Aesir]] and [[Vanir]]... Okay, so the Forge o' Wills started makin' new earthen... but what happened to the old ones?"
  
−
* "Hold everything! The Aesir and Vanir went to war? Why?"
  
−
* "This "[[Loken]]" sounds like a nasty character. Glad we don't have to worry about the likes o' him anymore. So... if I'm understandin' ye right, the original earthen eventually woke up from this statis, and by that time the destabili-whatever had turned 'em into proper dwarves. Or at least... dwarf ancestors."
 
−
* "Well, now... that's a lot to digest. I'm gonna need some time to take all of this in. Thank ye."
  
   
  +
;Priest mount
−
Farewell:
  
  +
{{main|The Sunken Vault (quest)#Notes}}
−
* "Travel safe."
  
−
* "Don't do anything I wouldn't do."
  
−
* "Keeps your eyes on the horizon."
  
−
* "The truth is out there." (A reference to the X-files.)
  
   
  +
{{Rfb-section|Legion}}
−
Secrets of [[Ulduar (instance)|Ulduar]] trailer:
  
  +
;Highmountain gossip
−
*"[[Yogg-Saron|Prisoner]]? Ha! With its bindings shattered, its influence unchecked, it's gonna come after us, and WE'RE gonna be the prisoners."
  
  +
:Well now, you have been turnin' quite a lot of head lately amongst the Explorer's League.
   
  +
Ol' Ebonhorn here seemed to know who I was and asked ferme to come help ya on this next journey.
−
==Notes==
  
  +
−
*He was first mentioned in Warcraft III by his brother Muradin as part of Muradin's click dialogue, "My younger brother Brann is a renowned explorer."
  
  +
I hope ya don't mind but I dusted off me ol' Talas here. I heard there were ettins involved and figured we could use us some heavy metal.
−
*Brann is not afraid of much, but one thing that he does not like much is water. "I’m never comfortable out on the water — not too many years ago I lost a good friend to a seawolf — but sometimes it's a necessary evil in order to make good time from one harbor to another."<ref>''[[Lands of Conflict]]'', 28</ref>
  
  +
−
*Brann describes a trip where he was traveling near the Dark Portal when suddenly he came down with a sickness. He was found by a [[hermit]] who took Brann on a [[kodo]] back to his hut. The hermit said that he was writing a magic spell on seven scrolls that would open a magic portal to the “land of green” but Brann thought he was crazy. It is not known what this "land of green" was/is.<ref>''[[Lands of Conflict]]'', 25</ref>
  
  +
====Battle for Azeroth====
−
*He began writing a journal while visiting the Eastern Kingdoms.
  
  +
{{Bfa-section}}
−
*His first set of books ([[Lands of Conflict]] and [[Lands of Mystery]]) was finished shortly before the start of the events of [[World of Warcraft]], setting it between 3-4 years after The Frozen Throne, approximately.
  
  +
=====Gossip=====
−
*The notes & drafts for his second set of books ([[Alliance Player's Guide]], [[Horde Player's Guide]], and [[Dark Factions]]) were written between the timeframe of World of Warcraft and The Burning Crusade. Setting it between 4-5 years after The Frozen Throne.
  
  +
;Wind's Redemption
−
*He wrote a letter during his brief exploration of Ahn'Qiraj, which was lost in the silithid tunnels he was exploring.
  
  +
Can't say I'm fond o' boats as a general rule, but I admire what ye got stored down here.
  +
  +
If ye find any more ancient relics worth lookin' at, I'm happy tae take a peak.
  +
  +
And doors. Mysterious doors. Mysterious titan doors are me specialty!
  +
  +
;Nazmir
  +
This swamp has to have somethin' worth diggin' up somewhere!
  +
  +
;Ruin's Descent, Uldir
  +
Much was accomplished here today. We can regroup outside.
  +
  +
===Other===
  +
*''"Not as shiny as the [[Reins of the Ironbound Proto-Drake|other one]], but it's still a [[Reins of the Rusted Proto-Drake|great find]] lads."''<ref>[[Mount Journal]] entry for [[Reins of the Rusted Proto-Drake]]</ref>
  +
  +
==In the RPG==
  +
{{RPG-section}}
  +
[[File:Brann Bronzebeard by Metzen.jpg|thumb|In the [[RPG]].]]
  +
===Introduction===
  +
Brann is one of the founders of the Explorers' Guild, along with [[Samul Strangehands]].<ref name="LoC27">''[[Lands of Conflict]]'', pg. 27</ref> He is one of the greatest explorers, anthropologists, archaeologists, taxonomists, linguists, etc., to ever wander the lands of [[Azeroth]].{{fact}} At different times during his journey, he has traveled with companions including his trusty gryphon, [[Gryphadin]].
  +
  +
===Languages===
  +
"There are more than a dozen major languages in Azeroth, and there's little excuse for every explorer not to have at least a passing fluency in all of them."<ref name="LoC27"/>
  +
  +
During the First War, Brann learned a bit of [[Orcish (language)|Orcish]] in order to help question prisoners of war. By the end of the Second War, he considered himself conversational in the orc tongue.<ref name="LoC27"/>
  +
  +
===Second War===
  +
During the war he had the chance to directly work with Lothar,<ref>''[[Alliance Player's Guide]]'', 135</ref> and once spoke to him about his battle with Medivh.<ref>''[[Alliance Player's Guide]]'', 186</ref> Their knowledge of the terrain and their skill in battle proved invaluable.
  +
  +
===More travels===
  +
While in Northrend, he mapped the continent out and befriended or carefully researched the [[tuskarr]], [[furbolg]], [[blue dragon]]s, [[murloc]]s, [[magnataur]], and others.
  +
  +
While in Northrend, Brann used a document and Scourge artifacts he had bought in Gadgetzan, which allowed him passage into the [[Sundered Monolith]], a city still held by the living [[nerubian]]s.<ref>''[[Lands of Mystery]]'', pg. 141</ref> He was able to befriend a few surviving nerubians, and learned much about their history. After his journey, he sent his second report (which he titled ''[[Lands of Mystery]]'') back to his brother and the Explorers' Guild.
  +
  +
After his initial journey he continued his travels around the world, returning to areas he had previously explored, in order to interview members of various races of the world for a history book for school rooms he was considering writing. He put together some of his notes and working drafts concerning the history and culture of each of the Alliance and Horde races, as well as those of furbolgs, Wildhammer dwarves, forest trolls, ogres, and other [[independent]] races. He later sent these notes and drafts, including articles on the history and current state of affairs of the Horde and Alliance and other independent organizations (which can be found in ''[[Alliance Player's Guide]]'', ''[[Horde Player's Guide]]'', and ''[[Dark Factions]]''), to Ironforge. Around that time, he began to hear rumors of the Twilight's Hammer waiting for C'Thun to rise behind the [[Scarab Wall]] in the ancient city of [[Ahn'Qiraj]].<ref>''[[Horde Player's Guide]]'', 169</ref>
  +
  +
During his research for the schoolbook, he thought of possibly heading to [[Outland]] after he finished the book.<ref>''[[Alliance Player's Guide]]'', 136</ref><ref>''[[Horde Player's Guide]]'', 134</ref>
  +
  +
===Books===
  +
Along his journeys around the world he has chronicled his adventures and accumulated knowledge in five known volumes so far: his [[Journal of Brann|journal]], two books known as ''[[Lands of Conflict]]'' and ''[[Lands of Mystery]]'', and notes for a book he is writing which could be found in ''[[Alliance Player's Guide]]'', ''[[Horde Player's Guide]]'', and ''[[Dark Factions]]'', which he sent to his brother Magni Bronzebeard and the Explorers' League at various times during his journey.
  +
  +
Once he finished his journey, he sent his first major report (which he titled [[Lands of Conflict]]).
  +
  +
He sent a letter to King Magni in [[Lands of Mystery]], in which Brann writes,
  +
<blockquote>"What I found is ferociously interesting but disconcerting for our plans. The orcs, tauren and trolls of the Horde are firmly established on Kalimdor and (boil my beard) they could be staunch allies against the Scourge and the Burning Legion. They certainly have every reason to hate the demons and the undead. Yet instead of working with them, the Alliance forces on Kalimdor (and the rest of the world, for that matter) squabble with the Horde over petty conflicts, mostly for tradition's sake. I say "squabble," but the situation is escalating toward outright war again, my friends. I can't think of anything the Scourge and the Legion would like better than to watch the mortal races chop each other to bits so they can inherit whatever's left when we're done. We need diplomacy and handshakes, Magni, not swords and guns."<ref>''[[Lands of Mystery]]'', pg. 4</ref></blockquote>
  +
  +
===RPG notes===
  +
*Brann is not afraid of much, but one thing that he does not like much is water. "I'm never comfortable out on the water — not too many years ago I lost a good friend to a seawolf — but sometimes it's a necessary evil in order to make good time from one harbor to another."<ref>''[[Lands of Conflict]]'', 28</ref>
  +
*Brann describes a trip where he was traveling near the Dark Portal when suddenly he came down with a sickness. He was found by a hermit who took Brann on a [[kodo]] back to his hut. The hermit said that he was writing a magic spell on seven scrolls that would open a magic portal to the “land of green” but Brann thought he was crazy. It is not known what this "land of green" was/is.<ref>''[[Lands of Conflict]]'', 25</ref>
  +
*His first set of books ([[Lands of Conflict]] and [[Lands of Mystery]]) was finished shortly before the start of the events of [[World of Warcraft]], setting it between 3–4 years after The Frozen Throne, approximately.
  +
*The notes & drafts for his second set of books ([[Alliance Player's Guide]], [[Horde Player's Guide]], and [[Dark Factions]]) were written between the timeframe of World of Warcraft and The Burning Crusade. Setting it between 4–5 years after The Frozen Throne.
 
*In the books many of the events of World of Warcraft have not yet occurred. Some examples include the fact that Katrana Prestor is still in charge of Stormwind, and Nefarion and the Blackrock orcs are still holding Blackrock Spire. He never mentions having entered Ahn'Qiraj, but the gates have recently opened and adventurers are trying to defeat C'Thun ([[Dark Factions]]).
  
*In the books many of the events of World of Warcraft have not yet occurred. Some examples include the fact that Katrana Prestor is still in charge of Stormwind, and Nefarion and the Blackrock orcs are still holding Blackrock Spire. He never mentions having entered Ahn'Qiraj, but the gates have recently opened and adventurers are trying to defeat C'Thun ([[Dark Factions]]).
 
*Despite the fact that Brann would have already had to have entered Ahn'Qiraj before the gates opened, he never mentions this fact, nor does he ever bring up [[Glibb]] in his books.
  
*Despite the fact that Brann would have already had to have entered Ahn'Qiraj before the gates opened, he never mentions this fact, nor does he ever bring up [[Glibb]] in his books.
−
*Brann's encampment, with two fellow expeditioners and his monkey, can be found in the south of Silithus.
  
−
*At one time, he possessed the base of {{loot|Legendary|Atiesh, Greatstaff of the Guardian}} - the only piece of a total of 42 not held by [[Kel'Thuzad]] or his minions. Knowing that the lich would stop at nothing to retrieve that final piece of one of the most powerful weapons on Azeroth, it seems that Brann hid the base with the remains of the Old God [[C'Thun]] deep within the [[Temple of Ahn'Qiraj]] (or he merely lost it).
  
−
*From Brann's POV he rarely ever considers himself lost.
  
 
*It is believed that Brann cleaned out the mines of Uldaman long ago. However since then Dark Iron dwarves have returned.<ref>''[[Dark Factions]]'', 113</ref>
  
*It is believed that Brann cleaned out the mines of Uldaman long ago. However since then Dark Iron dwarves have returned.<ref>''[[Dark Factions]]'', 113</ref>
 
*Recently, on a venture to Northrend to finish what his brother Muradin started, an avalanche forced Brann into a cave. Heroes lead a rescue party, battling nerubians and the Lich King's forces to free the prospector.<ref>''[[Dark Factions]]'', 152</ref> Surprisingly Brann seems to have befriended some Earthen that are currently defending him.
  
*Recently, on a venture to Northrend to finish what his brother Muradin started, an avalanche forced Brann into a cave. Heroes lead a rescue party, battling nerubians and the Lich King's forces to free the prospector.<ref>''[[Dark Factions]]'', 152</ref> Surprisingly Brann seems to have befriended some Earthen that are currently defending him.
   
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== Items ==
 +
==In Hearthstone==
  +
{{Hearthstone-section}}
−
*{{Loot|rare|Brann's Lost Mining Helmet}}
  
  +
:''Brann is not only Azeroth's most accomplished explorer and archaeologist, he's also the founder of the League of Explorers! Whether it's frigid mountains or broiling badlands, you'll always find Brann wherever the action is. It must be said that Brann suffers from an excess of courage, so you'll have to stay on your toes if you want to keep up ''and'' keep Brann safe.''<ref>[http://us.battle.net/hearthstone/en/blog/19964001/ The League of Explorers: Uldaman - Now Live!]</ref>
−
*{{Loot|uncommon|Brann's Trusty Pick}}
  
   
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In the ''[[Hearthstone: The League of Explorers|League of Explorers]]'' adventure for ''[[Hearthstone (game)|Hearthstone]]'', Brann appears as the leader of the [[Explorers' League#In Hearthstone|titular league]]. He accompanies the player through [[Uldaman]], the second wing of the adventure, in search of the second piece of the [[Staff of Origination]]. Defeating all three encounters of the wing — [[Chieftain Scarvash]], {{Hs|Mine Cart Rush}} and [[Archaedas]] — awards Brann as {{Hs|Brann Bronzebeard|a legendary card}}. His flavor text reads: ''"Contains 75% more fiber than his brother [[Magni Bronzebeard|Magni]]!"''
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In the adventure, he is shown to have a mechanical pet parrot named [[Ginny]]. [[Elise Starseeker]] notes that Brann loves {{Hs|Khadgar's Pipe}}.<ref>{{Hs|Rafaam Unleashed#Dialogue|Rafaam Unleashed dialogue}}</ref> Brann claims to have sifted through [[dragon]] dung for months in [[Blackrock Mountain]] in order to retrieve [[Anduin Lothar]]'s [[The Steel Sentinel|armor]].<ref>{{Hs|The Steel Sentinel#Dialogue|The Steel Sentinel dialogue}}</ref>
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Brann reappears alongside the rest of the League of Explorers in the ''[[Hearthstone: Saviors of Uldum|Saviors of Uldum]]'' to save [[Uldum]] from the League of E.V.I.L.. In this incarnation, he has learned to tame and ride [[dinosaur]]s and appears as the legendary hunter card {{Hs|Dinotamer Brann}}. His flavor text reads: ''"Brann's new dino-taming hobby is going well—his pet can already make him sit, stand, and roll over!"''
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The League of Explorers key art.jpg|Brann, [[Elise Starseeker]], [[Reno Jackson]] and [[Sir Finley Mrrgglton]].
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Brann LoE Adventure.jpg|Brann in a mine cart in ''[[Hearthstone: The League of Explorers|The League of Explorers]]''.
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BrannHS2.jpg|Brann in the ''League of Explorers'' trailer.
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BrannHS4.jpg|Brann in the ''League of Explorers'' trailer.
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BrannHS3.jpg|Brann in the ''League of Explorers'' trailer.
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Dinotamer Brann.jpg|{{Hs|Dinotamer Brann}} in ''{{hs|Saviors of Uldum}}''.
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Dragonrider Brann.jpg|{{Hs|Dragonrider Brann}} in ''{{hs|Galakrond's Awakening}}''.
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Yetitamer Brann.jpg|{{Hs|Battlegrounds/Yetitamer Brann|Yetitamer Brann}} in ''{{hs|Battlegrounds}}''.
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==Notes and trivia==
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*Brann has a pet monkey named [[Glibb]].
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*[[Mimiron]] and [[Thorim]] both mistake [[Grif Wildheart]] for Brann.
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*He was first mentioned in ''Warcraft III'' by his brother [[Muradin Bronzebeard|Muradin]] as part of Muradin's click dialogue, "My younger brother Brann is a renowned explorer."
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*[[Chris Metzen]] stated at the [[Blizzcon 2007]] lore panel that Brann would appear in the ''[[Wrath of the Lich King]]'' expansion. This was the first time that Brann had directly appeared in a ''Warcraft'' computer game.<ref>{{ref web|url=http://www.wowinsider.com/2007/08/04/blizzcon-day-2-wow-lore-and-quests-panel-liveblog|title=BlizzCon Day 2 WoW Lore and Quests panel liveblog|author=[http://www.wow.com/bloggers/robin-torres/ Robin Torres]|date=2007-08-04|accessdate=2010-07-19|publisher=WoW.com}}</ref>
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*He began writing a journal while visiting the Eastern Kingdoms.
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*Brann was able to talk with [[Horde]] [[adventurer]]s through [[Brann's Communicator|his communicator]].<ref>[[Speak Orcish, Man!]]</ref>
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*He wrote a letter during his brief exploration of Ahn'Qiraj, which was lost in the silithid tunnels he was exploring.
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*Brann's encampment, with two fellow expeditioners and his monkey, can be found in the south of Silithus.
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*At one time, he possessed the base of {{loot|Legendary|Atiesh, Greatstaff of the Guardian}} - the only piece of a total of 42 not held by [[Kel'Thuzad]] or his minions. Knowing that the lich would stop at nothing to retrieve that final piece of one of the most powerful weapons on Azeroth, it seems that Brann hid the base with the remains of the Old God [[C'Thun]] deep within the [[Temple of Ahn'Qiraj]] (or he merely lost it).
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*From Brann's point of view, he is rarely lost.{{fact}}
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*[[Brann Bronzebeard's Gold Coin]] can be fished from the [[Dalaran Fountain]].
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*During the beta version of ''[[World of Warcraft: Legion|Legion]]'', Brann initially appeared in the [[Highmountain]] quest experience alongside [[Wrathion]]. He had a golem guardian named [[Talas]]. The quest involving them were replaced prior to the release.
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**He was also to appear in [[Neltharion's Vault]] with [[Ebonhorn]].
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*Brann is voiced by [[Carlos Larkin]], who also voices the other two Bronzebeard brothers. Larkin has described Brann's flavor as "always kind of a little {{Wp|Mike Myers}}, a little {{Wp|Indiana Jones}}, a little {{Wp|Billy Connolly}}, and a whole lot of attitude".<ref>{{Ref web|url=https://www.pcgamer.com/hearthstone-card-reveal-meet-dinotamer-brann/|title=Hearthstone card reveal: meet Dinotamer Brann|author=Tim Clark|publisher=PC Gamer|date=2019-07-18|accessdate=2019-08-18}}</ref> Brann was voiced by [[Lani Minella]] prior [[patch 3.1.0|patch 3.1]].
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*When [[Magni Bronzebeard|Magni]] and an [[adventurer]] traveled to the [[Hall of Communion]] in [[Sholazar Basin]], Magni lamented the fact that Brann could not join them, saying "Nothin' me brother loves more than openin' titan doors!"<ref>[[Whispers of a Frightened World]]</ref>
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*Brann wrote ''[[A Beginner's Guide to Archaeology]]'', of which there are at least three editions. There's apparently a part or section about conducting negotiations, likely about asking permission to dig in foreign territory.<ref>[[Mistakes Were Made]], [[Terminal Degree]]</ref>
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*Brann's [[generic name]] in [[Nazmir]] is '''Explorer's League Surveyor'''.
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*According [[Mathias Shaw]], Brann is the one who should be contacted for more information about the [[Discs of Norgannon]] and the [[Curse of Flesh]] following some discoveries in Uldaman.<ref>''[[World of Warcraft: Exploring Azeroth: The Eastern Kingdoms]]'', pg. 52</ref>
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==Speculation==
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It can be speculated that he has a kind of relationship to [[Harrison Jones]]. During [[Harrison Jones and the Temple of Uldum]], Brann calls Harrison "Junior". (This continues the Easter egg of the character of Harrison Jones being a reference to the popular film series ''Indiana Jones''; Brann would assume the role of Sean Connery's character in this instance).
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==Items==
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*[[Brann's Lost Mining Helmet]]
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*[[Brann's Trusty Pick]]
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==Gallery==
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Journey of Brann - Brann vs Golem.png|Brann battling a [[harvest golem]].
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Bronzebeard Brothers.jpg|[[Magni Bronzebeard|Magni]], Brann and [[Muradin Bronzebeard|Muradin]] reunited.
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The Three Bronzebeards (HOTS).jpg|The Three Bronzebeards.
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brann's portrait (HOTS).jpg|Muradin looks at a portrait of Brann.
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Titan creation official.jpg|Brann's notes regarding the creations of the [[Titan]]s.
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Troll lineage official.jpg|Brann's notes regarding the [[troll]]s and their descendants.
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Ancient offshoot and others official.jpg|Brann's notes regarding the [[Ancient Guardian]]s' descendants and a few other races.
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===Fanart===
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Fanart Ulduar Patch.jpeg|Fanart of Brann at an imagined [[Ulduar]] council.
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==Patch changes==
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*{{Patch 5.0.4|note=Appears on Pandaria as a Archeology trainer at the [[Vale of Eternal Blossoms]] in the [[Seat of Knowledge]].}}
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*{{Patch 3.3.2|note=Brann Bronzebeard has been getting into shape and now feels comfortable walking faster when escorted.}}
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==See also==
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*[[Journey of Brann]]
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*[[Brann Bronzebeard's Lost Letter]]
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==References==
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AllianceBrann Bronzebeard
Image of Brann Bronzebeard
Title <Archaelogy Trainer>
Gender Male
Race Ironforge dwarf (Humanoid)
Reaction Alliance Horde
Affiliation(s) Alliance, Ironforge, Bronzebeard clan, Explorers' League
Former affiliation(s) Alliance of Lordaeron
Occupation Leader of the Explorers' League,[1] Geographer, Historian, Ambassador,[citation needed]  Archaeologist,[2] Adventurer, Anthropologist,[citation needed]  Representative,[citation needed]  Translator[citation needed] 
Location Various
Status Alive
Relative(s) Elder Bronzebeard, Aegrim, Madoran (ancestors), Magni, Muradin (brothers), Moira (niece), Eimear (sister-in-law), Dagran Thaurissan II (great-nephew)
Student(s) Harrison Jones[3]
Companion(s) Glibb (gorilla)

“The answers are here, I can feel it.”

— Brann's on-click greetings

Brann Bronzebeard is the youngest of the three Bronzebeard brothers, with King Magni Bronzebeard and Muradin Bronzebeard being his elders. A noted dwarven historian and veteran of the Second War,[4] Brann is an active member of the Explorers' League, following closely in the footsteps of his brother Muradin, one of the founding members of the League.[5] One of the greatest explorers to ever wander the lands of Azeroth, Brann is recognized and welcomed across the known world. The warm, courageous dwarf has made friends and acquaintances in nearly every charted land - and presumably those uncharted as well.

He has spent many years mapping out the remote corners and hidden nooks of the Eastern Kingdoms for his beloved Explorers' Guild, which he helped to found. With the discovery of Kalimdor, Brann was one of the first dwarves to tread the unknown paths of the ancients.[6] From the frigid mountains of Northrend to the depths of Uldaman, wherever ancient mysteries call, he will follow.[7]

Biography

Brann Bronzbebeard went to an archaeology school and used to copy Hilda Hornswaggle's notes.[8]

Second War

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Brann is a formidable warrior. During the Second War, he fought in the Siege of Ironforge and afterwards Brann and his brother Muradin were sent by their elder brother, King Magni, to accompany the Alliance army led by Anduin Lothar as they made their way through Khaz Modan to Blackrock Spire.[9] After Lothar's death, the two followed his lieutenant, Turalyon, in the battle that resulted in the destruction of the Dark Portal.[10]

World exploration

Brann in Un'Goro Crater (HOTS)

Brann in Un'Goro Crater.

For more info see Brann's Journal. Brann's world exploration was mostly described in RPG books (as seen below under the More travels section) which are now non-canon.

When Magni founded the Explorers' League,[11] some time before the Third War,[12] Brann began a journey of discovery to explore the world at the behest of his brother Magni and the Explorers' League to map out the Eastern Kingdoms. Eventually he also mapped out Kalimdor[13] and the South Seas.[citation needed] 

During his journey, the celebrated adventurer made his way through the regions of Elwynn Forest and Westfall before filing his last report from the misty jungles of Stranglethorn Vale, and then he went missing. According to his last correspondence, Brann had just uncovered the ruins of an ancient city hidden deep within Stranglethorn when he was beset upon by a band of savage jungle troll headhunters. Presumably, Brann evaded capture, but the only real clue pertaining to his whereabouts came in the form of a vague final sentence: "I resolved to head east…"[14] Brann apparently was fine, however, and had just explored Zul'Gurub, before he continued his journey in the Eastern Kingdoms heading north.

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With his new pet ape, Glibb, Brann went back to the southwestern-most wastes of Silithus to investigate the rumors - the discovery of nerubians[citation needed]  - as well as learn about the Old God C'Thun and the qiraji from members of the Cenarion Circle. He then set up camp with an expedition in southern Silithus in order to find a way past the Scarab Wall, which he had been to before but had never found a way in. He discovered a silithid tunnel leading into the ancient city of Ahn'Qiraj. Most of his expedition had been killed, but he escaped, leaving Glibb behind, and continued writing notes for his school book. By that time, the Bronze Dragonflight had helped a group of adventurers reconstruct the Scepter of the Shifting Sands, and the gates of Ahn'Qiraj had been opened.[15] Adventurers had just begun to travel into the city in order to defeat C'Thun before he could emerge to devastate Azeroth.[16][17]

Months before the Year 25, Brann disappeared and it was known that he was headed towards the continent of Northrend to investigate his brother Muradin's death.[6] Unknown to the Guild, he had finally made it to Northrend safely.

Wrath of the Lich King

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Brann with Earthen Protectors in Halls of Stone.

Brann Escort

Brann in Halls of Stone.

Brann is heavily involved in an Alliance quest chain that starts in Frosthold, the city of Frost dwarves in Storm Peaks. The first quest is given by Archaeologist Andorin, called On Brann's Trail. Upon series of tasks he is reunited with his brother, Muradin.

Brann also appears inside the Halls of Stone in Ulduar, the Titan city in Storm Peaks. He is involved in the escort quest in the Tribunal of Ages. Brann does not appear to have any qualms as to who comes to his aid while he is in Ulduar, as both Alliance and Horde are able to interact with him.

If you complete the achievement Achievement zone northrend 01 [Northrend Explorer], the players will receive a letter from Brann Bronzebeard congratulating them for doing so. In that letter Brann also attaches the [Tabard of the Explorer].

Ulduar

Brann appeared in the Secrets of Ulduar trailer. Brann led an army of troops and tanks into Ulduar in an effort to discover its secrets, but was driven out by Kologarn as the only survivor of his expedition. Making his way to Dalaran to deliver his report to Rhonin and Jaina Proudmoore, Brann kept referring to a malevolent "presence" he felt within Ulduar, the presence of the unchained Yogg-Saron. He says of Yogg-Saron: "Prisoner? Ha. With it's bindings shattered, it's influence unchecked, it's gonna come after us, and then we'll be the prisoners."

Brann leads a second assault against Ulduar with the aid of player characters and the Kirin Tor. He can be heard communicating with players over the radio during the push towards Flame Leviathan. After defeating Flame Leviathan, he can be found deeper inside Ulduar, within the Archivum. After defeating Algalon the Observer and taking Spell arcane arcanetorrent [Reply-Code Alpha] from him, Brann can briefly be seen in Dalaran as Rhonin transmits the code from the Eventide.

  • Brann at Expedition Base Camp.

    Brann at Expedition Base Camp.

  • Brann and Archmage Rhydian discuss their next move.

    Brann and Archmage Rhydian discuss their next move.

  • Brann in Ulduar.

    Brann in Ulduar.

  • Brann accessing the Archivum Console.

    Brann accessing the Archivum Console.

Elemental Unrest

As earthquakes begin to occur across the planet, Brann found some ancient, unusual tablets in Ulduar. The Explorers' League's preliminary reports stated that they may be able to help with understanding the situation. Brann was so sure that the tablets would point in the right direction, he completed plans to ship them to Magni in Ironforge.

As he waited for the tablets to arrive, Magni called a meeting of the Alliance leadership, including Lady Jaina Proudmoore, to gather in King Varian Wrynn's throne room in Stormwind City. Magni explained the potential of the tablets to the other leaders, and conveyed his confidence in Brann's certainty.

The Shattering: Prelude to Cataclysm

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After Magni's death, Brann and Muradin were nowhere to be found as gryphons were sent after them but without success. Both were to take Magni's crown. However, Moira appeared in Ironforge outranking them because she was the legitimate heir.

Cataclysm

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In his continued search for Titan lore, Brann can be found in the newly-opened region of Uldum in southern Kalimdor.

When his lazy butt finally kicks in the Harrison Jones and the Temple of Uldum, he wants to go to the Cradle of the Ancients. When the adventurers arrive there in the The Coffer of Promise, he's got what he was looking for and finishes up going to Halls of Origination to wrap things up there.

  • Brann beats Harrison Jones to the Coffer of Promise.

    Brann beats Harrison Jones to the Coffer of Promise.

  • Brann finds treasure in Uldum.

    Brann finds treasure in Uldum.

  • Brann at Temple of Uldum.

    Brann at Temple of Uldum.

  • Brann at Cradle of the Ancients.

    Brann at Cradle of the Ancients.

  • Brann in Halls of Origination.

    Brann in Halls of Origination.

Mists of Pandaria

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Brann in Pandaria

Brann as an Archaeology trainer.

Brann makes an appearance at the Seat of Knowledge, home base of the Lorewalkers, in the Vale of Eternal Blossoms on Pandaria.

He functions as an archaeology trainer and sells other useful items in exchange for a Inv crate 04 [Restored Artifact] or five.

Brann Bronzebeard
Item Cost
Inv crate 02 [Crate of Dwarven Archaeology Fragments] 1 Restored Artifact
Inv crate 02 [Crate of Draenei Archaeology Fragments] 1 Restored Artifact
Inv crate 02 [Crate of Fossil Archaeology Fragments] 1 Restored Artifact
Inv crate 02 [Crate of Night Elf Archaeology Fragments] 1 Restored Artifact
Inv crate 02 [Crate of Nerubian Archaeology Fragments] 1 Restored Artifact
Inv crate 02 [Crate of Orc Archaeology Fragments] 1 Restored Artifact
Inv crate 02 [Crate of Tol'vir Archaeology Fragments] 1 Restored Artifact
Inv crate 02 [Crate of Troll Archaeology Fragments] 1 Restored Artifact
Inv crate 02 [Crate of Vrykul Archaeology Fragments] 1 Restored Artifact
Inv misc map08 [Lorewalker's Map] 1 Restored Artifact
Inv stone sharpeningstone 01 [Lorewalker's Lodestone] 1 Restored Artifact
Ability vehicle sonicshockwave [Mantid Artifact Sonic Locator] 1 Restored Artifact

Landfall

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Brann led an expedition to the ruins of Mogujia. There, with the help of the Alliance heroes, he found a sha touched claw which he brought back to the Shrine of Seven Stars for further study. The Sha energy however, escaped containment and contaminated some of the Alliance footmen. Prince Anduin Wrynn and an Alliance Champion set off to cleanse those contaminated from the Sha's influence. Brann is seen in the Shrine of Seven Stars summit, where the Alliance dignitaries and allies discuss the pros and cons of using Sha power. Though he doesn't like the look of the Sha, he acquiesced that it doesn't hurt to study it. It was ultimately voted to ban its use. After the Alliance discovered that Garrosh is looking for the Divine Bell, Brann accompanied Sarannha Skyglaive and her expedition to the Ruins of Korune.

Legion

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At the beginning of the Burning Legion's invasion, Advisor Belgrum messaged Brann that Magni, having been petrified from the using the Ulduar tablets four years previously, had reawakened. Claiming to have information about how to defeat the Legion and mentioning Ulduar, Brann sought out Khadgar and the player at Dalaran to meet up with Magni at Ulduar and find out what he knows, although Brann admits he's not sure if Magni is crazy, or even his oldest brother at all.

After rescuing Magni from Legion agents trying to probe his mind, Brann and the others are led to the Celestial Planetarium and learn that Azeroth is a titan who has chosen the transformed Magni as her speaker. Magni informs Brann and Khadgar that the Pillars of Creation are needed to seal the portal at the Tomb of Sargeras, and as Khadgar leaves for Karazhan to learn their location, Brann stays behind to catch up with Magni.[18]

At some point during the third invasion, Brann has introduced Grif Wildheart to Prustaga.[19] Brann visits various Explorer's League camps across the Broken Isles to work with adventurers interested in archaeology.

Legionfall

Azeroth contacted Magni and told him about a lost titan vault near the Maelstrom, though as Magni would explain to Brann she did not do so in words but rather in "feelings". Magni felt that this mission from Azeroth had something to do with the Light and High Priest of the Conclave, so he and Brann traveled to Netherlight Temple to contact them. Magni, Brann, the High Priest, and Betild Deepanvil took a submarine from Azsuna to an area of the Great Sea northeast of the Maelstrom, where they discovered the Primordial Observatory. After identifying Magni as the Speaker, Caretaker WH12-B4NG revealed to the four of them that the vault holds three seekers: creatures that were long ago infused with the Light by the titans to help the watchers by speeding them to sites of corruption. Magni realized that finding the seekers was the reason Azeroth directed him to the vault.

One of the three seekers had been affected by the Void, prompting WH12-B4NG to initiate the vault's sanitation protocol. After the guardians of the vault were fought off and WH12-B4NG powered down. Magni realized that Azeroth knew the High Priest would protect the seekers from the Void that would have overtaken the vault before long, and that was why she had contacted him. Magni, Brann, Betild, and the High Priest returned to Netherlight Temple with the seekers.[20]

Before the Storm

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He and Gelbin Mekkatorque sent Sapphronetta Flivvers to Silithus to examine Azerite.[21]

Battle for Azeroth

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Brann can be found aboard the Wind's Redemption docked at Boralus in Kul Tiras. He later travels to Fort Victory at Nazmir on Zandalar in an attempt to get the blood trolls to ally with the Alliance against the Horde. The attempt is a failure.

Brann is the Alliance's companion through the Underrot and Uldir, ending in the defeat of G'huun. The Horde is accompanied by Princess Talanji instead.

Brann helps dwarves who are level 120 and Exalted with Ironforge to reforge the armor of Aegrim Bronzebeard, earning their heritage armor.

Magni and Brann later traveled to Uldir to bring MOTHER to the Chamber of Heart so that she could analyze Azeroth and find a way to heal her. However, it would take "77 cycles" for MOTHER's analysis to finish and so Magni told the adventurer he'd contact them then.[22]

He makes an appearance at the Maker's Ascent in Uldum during the Assault in Uldum along with several other members of the league.

Exploring Azeroth

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Brann and his brothers made the trip to Northrend to check on the state of the land and their old allies.

The Vow Eternal

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Brann and his family were among those who attended the wedding of Lor'themar Theron and Thalyssra. During the reception, they spoke with Zekhan and Wrathion.[23]

Locations

Notable appearances
Location Level range Health range
Halls of Stone 80
532,052
5H40,065
Ulduar 80 33,204
Uldum 85 5,502
Seat of Knowledge 80 23,778
Shrine of Seven Stars 90 2,363,646
Dalaran 110 1,827,200
N [10-45] The Diamond King 100 19,570,800
Broken Isles 110 27,410
Nazmir 111 - 120 2,992,400 - 8,646,000
Uldir 110 2,636,902

Abilities

  • Mortal Strike - Inflicts weapon damage and leaves the target wounded, reducing the effectiveness of any healing by 25% for 5 sec.
  • Stealth - Puts the caster in stealth mode. Lasts until cancelled.

Quests

Wrath of the Lich King

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Cataclysm

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Quotes

World of Warcraft

Greeting
  • "The answers are here. I can feel it."
  • "Loads of forgotten knowledge are within our grasp."
  • "You'll find me wherever the action is."
  • "Inquiring minds just got to know."
Farewell
  • "Travel safe."
  • "Don't do anything I wouldn't do."
  • "Keep your eyes on the horizon."
  • "The truth is out there." (A reference to the X-files.)

Wrath of the lich King

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Ulduar gossip

There are secrets contained within these halls that are beyond our wildest dreams.

Later Ulduar gossip

Good luck to you in there. I'll try to find you farther inside once the concourse is clear.

Dialogue
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Seat of Knowledge

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A new continent full of forgotten secrets! Share what you learn with the Lorewalkers here and me, and I'll let you in on some of my other projects.

Trainer I need some training.
Buy Let me in on your other projects.

Mogujia

  • We're here on a research and excavation mission. No gettin' into trouble, I promise!
  • Can you believe those Reliquary blood elves beat us here? We can't let them go on excavatin' our artifacts!

Legion

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Llothien Highlands

A new continent full of forgotten secrets!

Amberfall Mesa, Stormheim

This place is steeped in titan architecture. Why, jes over that hill to tha north is a 'uge titan chamber!

Gossip What are you doing here in the Broken Isles, Brann?

Same thing I'm always doin' - learnin' anything I can learn about the Titans! Where we came from, Why we're here. This land has answers, I can feel it.

There ain't any city-size, Titan-made architecture here in the Broken Isles, though. No Ulduars, Uldumans... no Uld-anythin'! So I'm looking into the history of the demons. I figure maybe I'll learn somethin' about Sargeras, the fallen Titan.

Gossip What have you found so far?

Oh, all kinds of relics from the War o' the Ancients. Plenty o' battles fought on this very land. Where d'ye think al the felslate comes from? But nothin' Titan. Not yet, anyway...

Gossip I see.
Priest mount
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Highmountain gossip
Well now, you have been turnin' quite a lot of head lately amongst the Explorer's League.

Ol' Ebonhorn here seemed to know who I was and asked ferme to come help ya on this next journey.

I hope ya don't mind but I dusted off me ol' Talas here. I heard there were ettins involved and figured we could use us some heavy metal.

Battle for Azeroth

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Gossip
Wind's Redemption

Can't say I'm fond o' boats as a general rule, but I admire what ye got stored down here.

If ye find any more ancient relics worth lookin' at, I'm happy tae take a peak.

And doors. Mysterious doors. Mysterious titan doors are me specialty!

Nazmir

This swamp has to have somethin' worth diggin' up somewhere!

Ruin's Descent, Uldir

Much was accomplished here today. We can regroup outside.

Other

In the RPG

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Brann Bronzebeard by Metzen

In the RPG.

Introduction

Brann is one of the founders of the Explorers' Guild, along with Samul Strangehands.[25] He is one of the greatest explorers, anthropologists, archaeologists, taxonomists, linguists, etc., to ever wander the lands of Azeroth.[citation needed]  At different times during his journey, he has traveled with companions including his trusty gryphon, Gryphadin.

Languages

"There are more than a dozen major languages in Azeroth, and there's little excuse for every explorer not to have at least a passing fluency in all of them."[25]

During the First War, Brann learned a bit of Orcish in order to help question prisoners of war. By the end of the Second War, he considered himself conversational in the orc tongue.[25]

Second War

During the war he had the chance to directly work with Lothar,[26] and once spoke to him about his battle with Medivh.[27] Their knowledge of the terrain and their skill in battle proved invaluable.

More travels

While in Northrend, he mapped the continent out and befriended or carefully researched the tuskarr, furbolg, blue dragons, murlocs, magnataur, and others.

While in Northrend, Brann used a document and Scourge artifacts he had bought in Gadgetzan, which allowed him passage into the Sundered Monolith, a city still held by the living nerubians.[28] He was able to befriend a few surviving nerubians, and learned much about their history. After his journey, he sent his second report (which he titled Lands of Mystery) back to his brother and the Explorers' Guild.

After his initial journey he continued his travels around the world, returning to areas he had previously explored, in order to interview members of various races of the world for a history book for school rooms he was considering writing. He put together some of his notes and working drafts concerning the history and culture of each of the Alliance and Horde races, as well as those of furbolgs, Wildhammer dwarves, forest trolls, ogres, and other independent races. He later sent these notes and drafts, including articles on the history and current state of affairs of the Horde and Alliance and other independent organizations (which can be found in Alliance Player's Guide, Horde Player's Guide, and Dark Factions), to Ironforge. Around that time, he began to hear rumors of the Twilight's Hammer waiting for C'Thun to rise behind the Scarab Wall in the ancient city of Ahn'Qiraj.[29]

During his research for the schoolbook, he thought of possibly heading to Outland after he finished the book.[30][31]

Books

Along his journeys around the world he has chronicled his adventures and accumulated knowledge in five known volumes so far: his journal, two books known as Lands of Conflict and Lands of Mystery, and notes for a book he is writing which could be found in Alliance Player's Guide, Horde Player's Guide, and Dark Factions, which he sent to his brother Magni Bronzebeard and the Explorers' League at various times during his journey.

Once he finished his journey, he sent his first major report (which he titled Lands of Conflict).

He sent a letter to King Magni in Lands of Mystery, in which Brann writes,

"What I found is ferociously interesting but disconcerting for our plans. The orcs, tauren and trolls of the Horde are firmly established on Kalimdor and (boil my beard) they could be staunch allies against the Scourge and the Burning Legion. They certainly have every reason to hate the demons and the undead. Yet instead of working with them, the Alliance forces on Kalimdor (and the rest of the world, for that matter) squabble with the Horde over petty conflicts, mostly for tradition's sake. I say "squabble," but the situation is escalating toward outright war again, my friends. I can't think of anything the Scourge and the Legion would like better than to watch the mortal races chop each other to bits so they can inherit whatever's left when we're done. We need diplomacy and handshakes, Magni, not swords and guns."[32]

RPG notes

  • Brann is not afraid of much, but one thing that he does not like much is water. "I'm never comfortable out on the water — not too many years ago I lost a good friend to a seawolf — but sometimes it's a necessary evil in order to make good time from one harbor to another."[33]
  • Brann describes a trip where he was traveling near the Dark Portal when suddenly he came down with a sickness. He was found by a hermit who took Brann on a kodo back to his hut. The hermit said that he was writing a magic spell on seven scrolls that would open a magic portal to the “land of green” but Brann thought he was crazy. It is not known what this "land of green" was/is.[34]
  • His first set of books (Lands of Conflict and Lands of Mystery) was finished shortly before the start of the events of World of Warcraft, setting it between 3–4 years after The Frozen Throne, approximately.
  • The notes & drafts for his second set of books (Alliance Player's Guide, Horde Player's Guide, and Dark Factions) were written between the timeframe of World of Warcraft and The Burning Crusade. Setting it between 4–5 years after The Frozen Throne.
  • In the books many of the events of World of Warcraft have not yet occurred. Some examples include the fact that Katrana Prestor is still in charge of Stormwind, and Nefarion and the Blackrock orcs are still holding Blackrock Spire. He never mentions having entered Ahn'Qiraj, but the gates have recently opened and adventurers are trying to defeat C'Thun (Dark Factions).
  • Despite the fact that Brann would have already had to have entered Ahn'Qiraj before the gates opened, he never mentions this fact, nor does he ever bring up Glibb in his books.
  • It is believed that Brann cleaned out the mines of Uldaman long ago. However since then Dark Iron dwarves have returned.[35]
  • Recently, on a venture to Northrend to finish what his brother Muradin started, an avalanche forced Brann into a cave. Heroes lead a rescue party, battling nerubians and the Lich King's forces to free the prospector.[36] Surprisingly Brann seems to have befriended some Earthen that are currently defending him.

In Hearthstone

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Brann is not only Azeroth's most accomplished explorer and archaeologist, he's also the founder of the League of Explorers! Whether it's frigid mountains or broiling badlands, you'll always find Brann wherever the action is. It must be said that Brann suffers from an excess of courage, so you'll have to stay on your toes if you want to keep up and keep Brann safe.[37]

In the League of Explorers adventure for Hearthstone, Brann appears as the leader of the titular league. He accompanies the player through Uldaman, the second wing of the adventure, in search of the second piece of the Staff of Origination. Defeating all three encounters of the wing — Chieftain Scarvash, Mine Cart Rush and Archaedas — awards Brann as a legendary card. His flavor text reads: "Contains 75% more fiber than his brother Magni!"

In the adventure, he is shown to have a mechanical pet parrot named Ginny. Elise Starseeker notes that Brann loves Khadgar's Pipe.[38] Brann claims to have sifted through dragon dung for months in Blackrock Mountain in order to retrieve Anduin Lothar's armor.[39]

Brann reappears alongside the rest of the League of Explorers in the Saviors of Uldum to save Uldum from the League of E.V.I.L.. In this incarnation, he has learned to tame and ride dinosaurs and appears as the legendary hunter card Dinotamer Brann. His flavor text reads: "Brann's new dino-taming hobby is going well—his pet can already make him sit, stand, and roll over!"

Notes and trivia

Speculation

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It can be speculated that he has a kind of relationship to Harrison Jones. During N [30-35] Harrison Jones and the Temple of Uldum, Brann calls Harrison "Junior". (This continues the Easter egg of the character of Harrison Jones being a reference to the popular film series Indiana Jones; Brann would assume the role of Sean Connery's character in this instance).

Items

Gallery

  • Brann battling a harvest golem.

    Brann battling a harvest golem.

  • Magni, Brann and Muradin reunited.

    Magni, Brann and Muradin reunited.

  • The Three Bronzebeards.

    The Three Bronzebeards.

  • Muradin looks at a portrait of Brann.

    Muradin looks at a portrait of Brann.

  • Brann's notes regarding the creations of the Titans.

    Brann's notes regarding the creations of the Titans.

  • Brann's notes regarding the trolls and their descendants.

    Brann's notes regarding the trolls and their descendants.

  • Brann's notes regarding the Ancient Guardians' descendants and a few other races.

    Brann's notes regarding the Ancient Guardians' descendants and a few other races.

  • Concept art

    Concept art

  • Family tree.]]

    Family tree.]]

Fanart

  • Fanart of Brann at an imagined Ulduar council.

    Fanart of Brann at an imagined Ulduar council.

Patch changes

See also

References

 
  1. ^ Archived Explorers' League page
  2. ^ N Archaeology [45] Deciphering Demonology
  3. ^ N [30-35] Harrison Jones and the Temple of Uldum
  4. ^ Old Website
  5. ^ Arthas: Rise of the Lich King, chapter 14
  6. ^ a b World of Warcraft Manual, 173
  7. ^ Join the League of Explorers on November 12!
  8. ^ Hilda Hornswaggle#Gossip
  9. ^ Tides of Darkness, 336
  10. ^ Tides of Darkness
  11. ^ Ultimate Visual Guide, pg. 80
  12. ^ Arthas: Rise of the Lich King
  13. ^ World of Warcraft: Game Manual
  14. ^ Journal of Brann
  15. ^ Dark Factions, pg. 145
  16. ^ Dark Factions, pg. 88
  17. ^ N [15-30] Brann Bronzebeard's Lost Letter
  18. ^ N [10-45] The Diamond King
  19. ^ N Hunter [10-45] Stolen Thunder
  20. ^ N Priest [45] The Sunken Vault
  21. ^ Before the Storm, chapter 12
  22. ^ N [50] Necessity is the MOTHER
  23. ^ The Vow Eternal
  24. ^ Mount Journal entry for Ability mount razorscale [Reins of the Rusted Proto-Drake]
  25. ^ a b c Lands of Conflict, pg. 27
  26. ^ Alliance Player's Guide, 135
  27. ^ Alliance Player's Guide, 186
  28. ^ Lands of Mystery, pg. 141
  29. ^ Horde Player's Guide, 169
  30. ^ Alliance Player's Guide, 136
  31. ^ Horde Player's Guide, 134
  32. ^ Lands of Mystery, pg. 4
  33. ^ Lands of Conflict, 28
  34. ^ Lands of Conflict, 25
  35. ^ Dark Factions, 113
  36. ^ Dark Factions, 152
  37. ^ The League of Explorers: Uldaman - Now Live!
  38. ^ Rafaam Unleashed dialogue
  39. ^ The Steel Sentinel dialogue
  40. ^ Robin Torres 2007-08-04. BlizzCon Day 2 WoW Lore and Quests panel liveblog. WoW.com. Retrieved on 2010-07-19.
  41. ^ H [25-30] Speak Orcish, Man!
  42. ^ Tim Clark 2019-07-18. Hearthstone card reveal: meet Dinotamer Brann. PC Gamer. Retrieved on 2019-08-18.
  43. ^ N [45] Whispers of a Frightened World
  44. ^ A [20-60] Mistakes Were Made, A [20-60] Terminal Degree
  45. ^ World of Warcraft: Exploring Azeroth: The Eastern Kingdoms, pg. 52

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