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+ | | name = Jarod Shadowsong |
| + | | gender = Male |
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| + | | race = Night elf |
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| − | |caption = A [[Warden]] |
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| + | | creature = Humanoid |
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| − | |races = {{Race|Night Elf}}<br>{{Race|Keeper of the Grove}}<br>{{Race|Wildkin }} |
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| + | | character = [[Warrior]] (presumed) |
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| − | |base = [[Barrow Deeps]] |
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| + | | affiliation = [[Sentinels]], [[Kaldorei Resistance]], [[Guardians of Hyjal]] |
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| − | |theater = [[Barrow Deeps]] |
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| + | | faction = Neutral |
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+ | | level = 88 |
| + | | type = Elite |
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| + | | location = [[Firelands]], [[Mount Hyjal]] |
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| + | | occupation = Night elf commander |
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| + | | relatives = [[Maiev Shadowsong]] (sister), [[Shalasyr]] (wife) |
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| + | | status = Alive |
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| + | '''Jarod Shadowsong''' is the younger brother of [[Maiev Shadowsong]], and was commander of the [[Kaldorei Resistance]] during the [[War of the Ancients]]. He becomes a hero and leader to the night elves following the war's conclusion, and is instrumental in easing tensions between his people and the Highborne.<ref>{{ref book |author= Knaak, Richard A. |authorlink= Richard A. Knaak |title= [[The Sundering]] |isbn= 978-0-7434-2898-9 |pages=118}}</ref> Prior to ''[[World of Warcraft: Cataclysm]]'', he had not appeared outside the novels, and was never mentioned outside this solitary appearance. |
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| − | The '''Watchers''' were the jailers and marshals of [[night elf]] society until shortly after the [[Third War]]. They guarded the barrow-prisons of the [[night elves]]. Though their members came from a number of backgrounds, their original members came from the [[Sisterhood of Elune]].<ref name="watchers">[[The Warcraft Encyclopedia/Watchers|Watchers]] at [[The Warcraft Encyclopedia]]</ref> |
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| − | ==Membership== |
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| − | At first, volunteers from the Sisterhood of Elune made up the Watchers, and so the organization was composed solely of night elf women. As their duties were broadened, the Watchers accepted night elf women from other professions. A mixture of volunteerism and military promotions caused the organization's size to grow somewhat, although the Watchers remained a relatively small group. Illidan Stormrage killed almost all of the Watchers after the Third War, at which point the group ceased to exist.<ref name="watchers"/> |
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==History== |
==History== |
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| + | By the time the [[War of the Ancients]] broke out, Jarod Shadowsong had risen to the rank of captain in the [[Guard of Suramar]], and his sister Maiev was one of the senior [[Sisters of Elune]]. The [[Shadowsong]] family was not of noble blood, and so both siblings had earned their positions through skill and hard work.<ref>http://www.wow-europe.com/en/info/encyclopedia/449.xml</ref> |
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| − | ===Aftermath of the War of the Ancients=== |
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| − | Shortly after the [[Great Sundering]], [[Malfurion Stormrage]] sentenced his brother [[Illidan]] to imprisonment for having created a second [[Well of Eternity]]. In inflicting this punishment, Malfurion hoped to prevent Illidan from continuing his reckless pursuit of arcane power. By this point in time, however, Illidan was already an extraordinarily powerful sorcerer, and Malfurion dared not leave his captive twin to be guarded by only one or two jailors. One of the senior Sisters of Elune, [[Maiev Shadowsong]], had already shown her competence in guarding Illidan before he was brought to trial. Malfurion accordingly asked Maiev to gather additional volunteers from the Sisters of Elune. Maiev obeyed, and Malfurion called this new group the Watchers, for he charged them with ensuring that Illidan never escaped the barrow prison. Maiev, as the Watchers' leader, would answer to the head of night elf government, High Priestess [[Tyrande Whisperwind]].<ref name="watchers"/> |
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| + | Patrolling night elf lands for possible intruders, Jarod captured [[Krasus]] and made the disguised dragon a prisoner. A strange and extremely powerful phenomenon had thrown Krasus back to a time that contained a far younger version of Krasus, and the overlap had left Krasus weakened and ill unless he was in close proximity to his younger self. |
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| − | In the prison of the [[Barrow Deeps]], the [[keeper of the grove]] [[Califax]] personally guarded Illidan's cell.<ref>{{ref game|title=Warcraft III|campaign=[[Eternity's End]]|mission=[[Brothers in Blood]]}}</ref> |
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| + | ===From Jailor to Protector=== |
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| − | The Watchers were created specifically and exclusively to be Illidan's jailors, but as further threats came up, Tyrande broadened the Watchers' role to include guarding other prisoners. Maiev took grim pleasure in these added responsibilities. Watchers became jailors and marshals: they policed the barrow prisons and hunted down dangerous criminals. Outside of the barrow prisons, members of the Watchers worked alone. These deadly women were not a militia, nor were they considered part of either the Sisterhood of Elune or the [[Sentinels]]. As the group's leader, Maiev was given the rank of [[warden]], which she later awarded to a select few who had proven their exceptional fighting abilities, tracking skills, and tenacity.<ref name="watchers"/> |
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| + | With magical persuasion from Krasus, the captain began worrying that Krasus might die before being questioned. Thus, Jarod sought out one of the priestesses of Elune in the hope that she could heal his prisoner. He happened upon the novice [[Tyrande Whisperwind]], and she consented to lend her aid. Although she could not heal Krasus of his malady, she was soon working with him to help her friend, Malfurion Stormrage, who had recently fallen comatose. The forest demigod [[Cenarius]] arrived, to Jarod's poorly concealed astonishment, and returned [[Malfurion]]'s spirit from the [[Emerald Dream]]. Malfurion was reunited with his body and made a quick recovery. Then Jarod accompanied Krasus, Malfurion, and Tyrande as they went to speak with [[Lord Kur'talos Ravencrest]], commander of the night elf army that was fighting the [[Burning Legion]]. |
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| + | Kur'talos was impressed by Jarod's dedication to duty, and put a group of battle-hardened soldiers at Jarod's command. Jarod and his soldiers were responsible for watching over the four strongest spellcasters of the night elf army: Malfurion and [[Illidan Stormrage]], the human wizard [[Rhonin]], and Krasus. Malfurion and Krasus eventually left the army and sought out the rest of the dragons, intending to appeal to them for help against the Legion. They embarked on this quest against Lord Ravencrest's express orders and without Jarod's knowledge. Yet Kur'talos could not find it in his heart to reproach Jarod for failing to halt the spellcasters' departure. |
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| − | ===Third War=== |
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| − | [[File:BarrowDeeps.jpg|thumb|Barrow Deeps]] |
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| − | During the Third War, Tyrande realized that Illidan had been incarcerated for over ten thousand years. She felt that he had more than paid his debt to society; furthermore, she felt that he would be a valuable ally against the [[Burning Legion]]. Thus, she led a band of soldiers into Illidan's prison. When Illidan's guards would not surrender their charge, Tyrande and the Sentinels fought and killed a number of Watchers. Once freed, Illidan stole and consumed the [[Skull of Gul'dan]], and he was transformed into a demon.<ref name="watchers"/> |
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| + | ===The Assassination of Lord Ravencrest=== |
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| − | ===Hunt for Illidan=== |
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| + | Eventually Kur'talos' strong leadership of the night elf army irked [[Queen Azshara]], who instructed Captain [[Varo'then]] to eliminate the noble. The assassination was successful, and Lord [[Desdel Stareye]] became the new leader of the night elf defenders. During that time [[Jarod]] was named liaison to the [[tauren]] and [[earthen]], largely because Stareye thought [[Jarod]] was used to sacrifice. Unfortunately Desdel had no skill at tactics. The invading demons pretended to retreat and then swiftly attacked the night elves from the air. Desdel watched in horror as the demons began pouring containers of boiling red liquid over the night elf army. Hundreds were injured, some mortally. When Jarod asked Desdel what action to take, the panicked noble had no useful response. Jarod caught sight of another group of demons hovering over Desdel, and so Jarod tried to pull Desdel out of the way. However, Desdel took offense at Jarod's effort and ordered him away on pain of imprisonment. Jarod yanked his mount aside just in time to avoid an agonizing death. The demons tipped over their container, and boiling liquid poured down on Desdel and his nearby companions. Desdel was killed in moments, his face maimed beyond recognition. |
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| − | Infuriated by Tyrande's actions, Maiev swore she would track Illidan down and put him back in prison. In light of the demon's undeniable might, Maiev took most of the Watchers with her on the hunt. They pursued Illidan across the sea to [[Lordaeron]] and thence to the [[Broken Isles]]. When he entered the [[Tomb of Sargeras]], Maiev grew worried that he would retrieve a magical artifact and become significantly more difficult to recapture. She and the other Watchers caught up with Illidan too late: he had already claimed the Eye of Sargeras. He used the Eye's power on the tomb's stone walls, trapping the Watchers in one section of the tomb while seawater flooded the area. Only Maiev was able to escape; her sisters in arms drowned. In one fell stroke, Illidan had all but wiped out the Watchers. Maiev swore that she would have revenge, no matter the cost. She abandoned her duties and continued to hunt Illidan until she at last followed him to [[Outland]].<ref name="watchers"/> |
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| + | ===Unwilling Hero=== |
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| + | When Stareye was killed (much to the relief of [[Krasus]] and [[Rhonin]]) — and soon after [[Lord Del'theon]] was killed — [[Jarod]] unconsciously assumed field command of the troops. With his intuitive grasp of tactics and his natural talent at leadership, he quickly found himself appointed the new leader of the night elf army. As a result, the tide of the battle was turned from the death of the resistance into a small victory within hours. The relieved nobles eagerly followed his commands. Jarod continued to doubt his importance to the war effort, but he received a very welcome surprise. Cenarius led a large group of demigods into the midst of the night elf army and humbly knelt before the astonished captain. The demigods had agreed to fight under Jarod's direction. [[Rhonin]], the [[earthen]] and the [[tauren]] insisted that Jarod assume complete command of the allied forces, to which he reluctantly agreed. Most of the nobles and [[Moon Guard]] agreed he should lead them. [[Jarod]]'s unorthodox tactics were extremely effective in holding the line against the [[Burning Legion]] (about 25 miles out to sea from Kalimdor's current coast) with minimal loss of life until the arrival of [[Archimonde]] to the battlefield. These battles even liberated the night elves from Stareye's mistakes and improved relations with other races, and even served to deteriorate the caste system of the [[Kaldorei]] (which placed only nobles as leaders). |
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| + | [[Jarod]]'s mere presence also seems to serve in raising morale. It is noted that, unlike the commanders before him, all fight harder and obey him with greater swiftness. An amused [[Rhonin]], however, realizes that [[Jarod]] probably doesn't consider himself impressive at all, and believes he is only doing what he must. Unfortunately for his modesty, his people's reverence for him only grew when the [[demigods]] joined the conflict, and willingly placed themselves under his command. He even manages to earn the admiration and respect of his sister, who had never seemed to approve of him. |
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| + | As the captain continued to rally the night elves and turn the tide of battle, he caught the eye of the demon lord [[Archimonde]]. Malfurion's absence from the battlefield had frustrated the massive demon, who decided to take out his fury on Jarod. Archimonde was certain that the Legion's victory was inevitable, and so he took his time, sadistically toying with Jarod, slowly beating him to death. Very likely Archimonde took even greater pleasure in the prospect of finally breaking Jarod's iron will. Before Jarod was too badly wounded to recover, though, Malfurion and Illidan Stormrage worked their combined magic on the [[Well of Eternity]]. All the demons, including Archimonde, were sucked into the Well and forced back into the [[Twisting Nether]], howling in fury. Although he believed his people would consider his resistance pathetic, as he fought so poorly against the demon commander, he was celebrated as a hero. In spite all but impossible odds, he had stood defiant against a commander of [[Burning Legion]], even though the latter had merely been toying with him. |
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| + | [[Jarod]] was known to have at least partly returned the affection of [[Shandris Feathermoon]] despite how when he first met her during the [[War of the Ancients]], he described their age gap as being "A gulf the size of the [[Well of Eternity]]," although the difference was only a few years. As of such, he is initially disturbed by the affectionate smiles the younger night elf always gave him. At the end of the war, however, he admits that he began to find comfort in them, especially with the pressures of leadership. |
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| + | ===After the Sundering=== |
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| + | The Great Sundering triggered the birth of a new ocean, and the rushing waters chased the night elves all the way to [[Mount Hyjal]]. At last the waters subsided, and Jarod led a group of night elves to scout the area for drinkable water. They discovered that Illidan had created a second Well of Eternity. Jarod attempted to stop him, but was badly beaten by the other's vast command of the arcane. When they discovered him, [[Maiev]] and [[Shandris Feathermoon|Shandris]] quickly went to tend to him. A furious Maiev then attempted to kill [[Illidan]] for harming her brother, but is stopped by [[Tyrande]] and [[Malfurion]]. Jarod gave Malfurion the power to decide his reckless brother's fate, and so it was Malfurion who sentenced Illidan to an imprisonment that would last ten thousand years. [[Jarod]] later agreed to his imprisonment and was present during the birth of [[Nordrassil]], and the blessing it recieved from the Dragon [[Aspect]]s. He also helped guide his people in finding a new place, and new ways, to live. |
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| + | A reluctant army commander, Jarod was deeply gladdened by the end of the war. He dissolved the makeshift army and continued to serve as a kind of administrator for a short time, but he had never wanted to be a leader. Gradually he directed increasing numbers of petitioners to the new high priestess of Elune, Tyrande Whisperwind, whose compassion and wisdom went a long way toward calming post-war tensions. By the time Tyrande established the night elves' new army, the [[Sentinel]]s, Jarod had deliberately faded into the background. He did not think of himself as a hero, and he did not wish others to do so. |
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| + | ===Self-Exiled=== |
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| + | [[File:Shalasyr.jpg|thumb|Jarod and his dying wife]] |
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| + | Over time Jarod Shadowsong grew disenchanted with the polarization of the night elf society after the War of the Ancients and felt that Malfurion and his druids were more concerned with nature than their own people. One day, Jarod vanished together with his lover, and later wife, [[Shalasyr]]. He did not say where he was going or even bid anyone farewell. |
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| + | Ten thousand years later Shalasyr was struck by an illness, one of the first signs of the loss of the [[Nozdormu|Timeless One]]'s blessing on [[Nordrassil]]. While Jarod had brought her to Darnassus to be saved by Tyrande and Elune, Shalasyr knew she wouldn't reach Darnassus alive. She silently wished to die among her people, and to make certain her beloved wouldn't remain alone in self-exile. Though Jarod did get her to Darnassus and sent for Tyrande, she died before the priestess arrived. |
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===Wolfheart=== |
===Wolfheart=== |
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| + | Jarod’s return was quickly noticed by Malfurion, as well as [[Shandris Feathermoon]] and his sister, [[Maiev]]. Shandris had an emotional reunion with Jarod. She revealed that she had once had feelings for him, and envied Shalasyr and the time she spent with him. Jarod apologized to Shandris for his sudden and unexplained disappearance, and explained that while he was flattered by her affections, their choices prevented a romantic relationship; Shandris had been training to take on a more active role in night elf society, while Jarod wanted to live out his life in seclusion. Both Shandris and Jarod resolved to have a platonic relationship, after which Shandris gave her condolences. Jarod's reunion with Maiev was more bitter. Though he was happy to reconnect with the only family member he has left, Maiev was angry at him for abandoning his people and duty. Still, she eventually softened to him when he sympathized with the traumatic events that transpired in her life after which she also gave her condolences for his lost. |
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| − | Searching for something to live for following Illidan's death, Maiev left [[Outland]] and journeyed to [[Darnassus]] to rejoin [[night elf|her people]]. Despite her role in leaving [[Tyrande]] for dead during their venture into the [[Eastern Kingdoms]], she was permitted to return to Darnassus to begin training a new generation of Watchers, all of whom are fanatically loyal to Maiev and her cause. When Malfurion and Tyrande allowed for the [[Highborne]] and the [[Worgen]] to live in Darnassus, Maiev was secretly outraged — despising the Highborne for their part in the [[War of the Ancients]], and the other races of the [[Alliance]] for bringing the night elves into their affairs. |
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| + | When Maiev was called upon to investigate the assassination of one of the [[Highborne]], Jarod assisted his sister in her search. Eventually, Jarod discovered that Maiev was the assassin, and that she had kidnapped Malfurion as well. Jarod rescued Malfurion and later the other Highborne Maiev had captured. Though he could have killed Maiev in their bloody confrontation, he was unable to kill his own sister and thus allowed her to escape. |
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| − | When the [[Highborne]] mage [[Thera'brin]] was assassinated and his corpse was found by the Watchers' training grounds, it seemed to be intended to impute the Watchers. Maiev offered her services to investigate the matter and bring the murderer to justice, to which Malfurion and Tyrande consented. In truth however, she was secretly the one responsible for the Highborne killings. Maiev had planned to slaughter the Highborne and their leaders first, and then give Malfurion a slow rotting death. In her opinion, Malfurion was guilty of the same arrogance that his twin, [[Illidan]], displayed. By believing that he knew what was best for the night elf people, she felt Malfurion condemned them by taking away their immortality. She also despised him for forgiving the Highborne and accepting them back into night elf society. It is suspected that the trauma caused by years of dedication to her duty, combined with the torture inflicted upon her when she was Illidan's prisoner had finally driven her mad. |
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| + | ===World of Warcraft=== |
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| − | [[Jarod Shadowsong]] later freed Malfurion and joined him in confronting her and her Watchers. Jarod distracted Maiev while Malfurion was rescuing the Higborne, whom Maiev had captured in a deadly trap. Jarod subsequently drove Maiev off, unable to kill his own sister. The Highborne were safe, and most of the new Watchers were dead, though their mistress had vanished into the night. What happened to the remaining new Watchers remains unknown. |
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| + | [[File:Jarod Shadowsong.jpg|thumb|Jarod at Mount Hyjal]] |
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| + | Jarod Shadowsong makes his World of Warcraft debut in ''[[World of Warcraft: Cataclysm|Cataclysm]]''. He appears at [[Mount Hyjal]] being held captive inside a [[Twilight Hammer]] camp in [[Darkwhisper Gorge]]. He's scheduled to be sacrificed by the ogres of the Twilight's Hammer as part of this year's initiation. On [[Elementalist Ortell]]s orders, players infiltrate the Twilight's Hammer forces at Darkwhisper Gorge and incite conflicts between ogre and non-ogre members - while the primary goal is sneaking out Jarod Shadowsong out of Twilight's Hammer's custody. After his rescue Jarod aids [[Ysera]] and the [[Ancients]] against the forces of [[Ragnaros]]. Once again he is charged with leading the military operations against an enemy with demigods walking among him. |
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| + | *{{questlong|Neutral|81|Graduation Speech}} {{questfinish}} |
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| − | [[File:Barrow Deeps Watcher.jpg|thumb|A Barrow Deeps Watcher]] |
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| + | *{{questlong|Neutral|81|Twilight Riot}} {{queststartfinish}} |
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| − | [[Barrow Deeps Watcher]]s are night elven soldiers associated with the [[Guardians of Hyjal]] guarding several prisoners. They are located within the underground prison complex of [[Hyjal Barrow Dens]] in [[Mount Hyjal]] under the leadership of [[Captain Saynna Stormrunner]]. The Barrow Deeps Watchers fight with Twilight Assassins, who are trying to free [[Fandral Staghelm]] from his prison. They seem to be "lesser" wardens with less extreme armor components, and open-faced helms similar to Maiev Shadowsong's in-game model in Warcraft III: The Frozen Throne. |
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| + | *{{questlong|Neutral|81|Slash and Burn}} {{queststartfinish}} |
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| + | *{{questlong|Neutral|81|Might of the Firelord}} {{queststartfinish}} |
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| + | *{{questlong|Neutral|82|The Sanctum of the Prophets}} {{queststartfinish}} |
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| + | *{{questlong|Neutral|82|Magma Monarch}} {{queststartfinish}} |
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| + | ==Relatives== |
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| − | ===Shadow Wardens=== |
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| + | {{Relatives}} |
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| − | {{main|Shadow Wardens}} |
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| + | Besides being Maiev's brother, he may also be related to {{NPC||Nessa Shadowsong}} and {{NPC||Fiskal Shadowsong}}. |
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| − | After the escape of Fandral [[Malfurion Stormrage]] talked to [[Captain Saynna Stormrunner]]. He knew that they took the loss of Fandral from their custody very seriously, so it didn't take much prodding to bring the [[Shadow Wardens]] to the [[Firelands]] to hunt the [[Druids of the Flame]] |
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+ | ==Memorable quotes== |
| + | *'''Jarod:''' "I just feel like I look like a buffoon!" |
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| + | :'''[[Rhonin]]:''' "You won't get much argument from me." |
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| + | *"I'm no hero, Master Malfurion. You and the others slay demons with barely the wave of a hand. I just try to preserve your heads so that you can continue to do it." |
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| + | *"I still have a home... [[Suramar]] is still my home." |
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| + | *"I won't stand behind while those who followed me face the enemy in my name!" |
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| − | |{{Neutral}}{{RaceIcon|Cenarian|Male}} [[Califax]] |
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| + | *"I await you, Archimonde." ''(after Archimonde isolates him from his army, and he sees the archdemon approach)'' |
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| − | |Unknown, guarded Illidan |
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| − | |Deceased |
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| + | ==Trivia== |
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| − | |[[Barrow Deeps]] |
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| + | * Before his appearance in Firelands he had the exact same model as [[Orenthil Whisperwind]]. |
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| − | |{{Neutral}}{{RaceIconExt|Warden}} [[Maiev Shadowsong]] |
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| + | ==Videos== |
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| − | |Leader (last) |
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| + | ===[[Lore For Noobs]]=== |
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| − | |Alive |
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| + | {{youtubelink|WIhzLlaylO8|desc=Lore For Noobs Jarod Shadowsong}} |
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| − | |[[Warden's Cage]], [[Shadowmoon Valley]] |
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| + | {{clear|both}} |
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| − | |{{Neutral}}{{RaceIcon|NightElf|Female}} [[Naisha]] |
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| − | |Lieutenant of [[Maiev Shadowsong|Maiev]] |
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| − | |Deceased |
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| − | |[[Tomb of Sargeras]] |
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| − | |{{Neutral}}{{RaceIconExt|Warden}} [[Neva]] |
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| − | |Maiev’s best student |
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| − | |{{Neutral}}{{RaceIconExt|Warden}} [[Captain Saynna Stormrunner|Saynna Stormrunner]] |
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| − | |Captain, guards [[Fandral Staghelm]] |
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| − | |Alive |
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| − | |[[Hyjal Barrow Dens]] |
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| − | |{{Neutral}}{{RaceIconExt|Warden}} [[Marin Bladewing]] |
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| − | |Alive |
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| − | |[[Firelands]] |
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| − | |{{Neutral}}{{RaceIconExt|Warden}} [[Sira Moonwarden]] |
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| − | |Alive |
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| − | |[[Firelands]] |
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| − | |{{Neutral}}{{RaceIconExt|Warden}} [[Shalis Darkhunter]] |
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| − | |Alive |
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| − | |[[Firelands]] |
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==References== |
==References== |
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| − | *[[Bronze watcher]] |
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| − | *[[Titanic watcher]] |
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| + | {{Succession|[[Desdel Stareye]]|'''Leader of the [[Kaldorei Resistance]]'''|End of the War}} |
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| + | {{Succession|[[Desdel Stareye]] (unofficial)|'''[[Night elf|Ruler of the Kaldorei]]''' (unofficial)|[[Tyrande Whisperwind]] (official)}} |
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Revision as of 23:25, 26 September 2011
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| Gender | Male |
| Race | Night elf (Humanoid) |
| Level | 88 Elite |
| Class | Warrior (presumed) |
| Affiliation(s) | Sentinels, Kaldorei Resistance, Guardians of Hyjal |
| Occupation | Night elf commander |
| Location | Firelands, Mount Hyjal |
| Status | Alive |
| Relative(s) | Maiev Shadowsong (sister), Shalasyr (wife) |
Jarod Shadowsong is the younger brother of Maiev Shadowsong, and was commander of the Kaldorei Resistance during the War of the Ancients. He becomes a hero and leader to the night elves following the war's conclusion, and is instrumental in easing tensions between his people and the Highborne.[1] Prior to World of Warcraft: Cataclysm, he had not appeared outside the novels, and was never mentioned outside this solitary appearance.
History
By the time the War of the Ancients broke out, Jarod Shadowsong had risen to the rank of captain in the Guard of Suramar, and his sister Maiev was one of the senior Sisters of Elune. The Shadowsong family was not of noble blood, and so both siblings had earned their positions through skill and hard work.[2]
Patrolling night elf lands for possible intruders, Jarod captured Krasus and made the disguised dragon a prisoner. A strange and extremely powerful phenomenon had thrown Krasus back to a time that contained a far younger version of Krasus, and the overlap had left Krasus weakened and ill unless he was in close proximity to his younger self.
From Jailor to Protector
With magical persuasion from Krasus, the captain began worrying that Krasus might die before being questioned. Thus, Jarod sought out one of the priestesses of Elune in the hope that she could heal his prisoner. He happened upon the novice Tyrande Whisperwind, and she consented to lend her aid. Although she could not heal Krasus of his malady, she was soon working with him to help her friend, Malfurion Stormrage, who had recently fallen comatose. The forest demigod Cenarius arrived, to Jarod's poorly concealed astonishment, and returned Malfurion's spirit from the Emerald Dream. Malfurion was reunited with his body and made a quick recovery. Then Jarod accompanied Krasus, Malfurion, and Tyrande as they went to speak with Lord Kur'talos Ravencrest, commander of the night elf army that was fighting the Burning Legion.
Kur'talos was impressed by Jarod's dedication to duty, and put a group of battle-hardened soldiers at Jarod's command. Jarod and his soldiers were responsible for watching over the four strongest spellcasters of the night elf army: Malfurion and Illidan Stormrage, the human wizard Rhonin, and Krasus. Malfurion and Krasus eventually left the army and sought out the rest of the dragons, intending to appeal to them for help against the Legion. They embarked on this quest against Lord Ravencrest's express orders and without Jarod's knowledge. Yet Kur'talos could not find it in his heart to reproach Jarod for failing to halt the spellcasters' departure.
The Assassination of Lord Ravencrest
Eventually Kur'talos' strong leadership of the night elf army irked Queen Azshara, who instructed Captain Varo'then to eliminate the noble. The assassination was successful, and Lord Desdel Stareye became the new leader of the night elf defenders. During that time Jarod was named liaison to the tauren and earthen, largely because Stareye thought Jarod was used to sacrifice. Unfortunately Desdel had no skill at tactics. The invading demons pretended to retreat and then swiftly attacked the night elves from the air. Desdel watched in horror as the demons began pouring containers of boiling red liquid over the night elf army. Hundreds were injured, some mortally. When Jarod asked Desdel what action to take, the panicked noble had no useful response. Jarod caught sight of another group of demons hovering over Desdel, and so Jarod tried to pull Desdel out of the way. However, Desdel took offense at Jarod's effort and ordered him away on pain of imprisonment. Jarod yanked his mount aside just in time to avoid an agonizing death. The demons tipped over their container, and boiling liquid poured down on Desdel and his nearby companions. Desdel was killed in moments, his face maimed beyond recognition.
Unwilling Hero
When Stareye was killed (much to the relief of Krasus and Rhonin) — and soon after Lord Del'theon was killed — Jarod unconsciously assumed field command of the troops. With his intuitive grasp of tactics and his natural talent at leadership, he quickly found himself appointed the new leader of the night elf army. As a result, the tide of the battle was turned from the death of the resistance into a small victory within hours. The relieved nobles eagerly followed his commands. Jarod continued to doubt his importance to the war effort, but he received a very welcome surprise. Cenarius led a large group of demigods into the midst of the night elf army and humbly knelt before the astonished captain. The demigods had agreed to fight under Jarod's direction. Rhonin, the earthen and the tauren insisted that Jarod assume complete command of the allied forces, to which he reluctantly agreed. Most of the nobles and Moon Guard agreed he should lead them. Jarod's unorthodox tactics were extremely effective in holding the line against the Burning Legion (about 25 miles out to sea from Kalimdor's current coast) with minimal loss of life until the arrival of Archimonde to the battlefield. These battles even liberated the night elves from Stareye's mistakes and improved relations with other races, and even served to deteriorate the caste system of the Kaldorei (which placed only nobles as leaders).
Jarod's mere presence also seems to serve in raising morale. It is noted that, unlike the commanders before him, all fight harder and obey him with greater swiftness. An amused Rhonin, however, realizes that Jarod probably doesn't consider himself impressive at all, and believes he is only doing what he must. Unfortunately for his modesty, his people's reverence for him only grew when the demigods joined the conflict, and willingly placed themselves under his command. He even manages to earn the admiration and respect of his sister, who had never seemed to approve of him.
As the captain continued to rally the night elves and turn the tide of battle, he caught the eye of the demon lord Archimonde. Malfurion's absence from the battlefield had frustrated the massive demon, who decided to take out his fury on Jarod. Archimonde was certain that the Legion's victory was inevitable, and so he took his time, sadistically toying with Jarod, slowly beating him to death. Very likely Archimonde took even greater pleasure in the prospect of finally breaking Jarod's iron will. Before Jarod was too badly wounded to recover, though, Malfurion and Illidan Stormrage worked their combined magic on the Well of Eternity. All the demons, including Archimonde, were sucked into the Well and forced back into the Twisting Nether, howling in fury. Although he believed his people would consider his resistance pathetic, as he fought so poorly against the demon commander, he was celebrated as a hero. In spite all but impossible odds, he had stood defiant against a commander of Burning Legion, even though the latter had merely been toying with him.
Jarod was known to have at least partly returned the affection of Shandris Feathermoon despite how when he first met her during the War of the Ancients, he described their age gap as being "A gulf the size of the Well of Eternity," although the difference was only a few years. As of such, he is initially disturbed by the affectionate smiles the younger night elf always gave him. At the end of the war, however, he admits that he began to find comfort in them, especially with the pressures of leadership.
After the Sundering
The Great Sundering triggered the birth of a new ocean, and the rushing waters chased the night elves all the way to Mount Hyjal. At last the waters subsided, and Jarod led a group of night elves to scout the area for drinkable water. They discovered that Illidan had created a second Well of Eternity. Jarod attempted to stop him, but was badly beaten by the other's vast command of the arcane. When they discovered him, Maiev and Shandris quickly went to tend to him. A furious Maiev then attempted to kill Illidan for harming her brother, but is stopped by Tyrande and Malfurion. Jarod gave Malfurion the power to decide his reckless brother's fate, and so it was Malfurion who sentenced Illidan to an imprisonment that would last ten thousand years. Jarod later agreed to his imprisonment and was present during the birth of Nordrassil, and the blessing it recieved from the Dragon Aspects. He also helped guide his people in finding a new place, and new ways, to live.
A reluctant army commander, Jarod was deeply gladdened by the end of the war. He dissolved the makeshift army and continued to serve as a kind of administrator for a short time, but he had never wanted to be a leader. Gradually he directed increasing numbers of petitioners to the new high priestess of Elune, Tyrande Whisperwind, whose compassion and wisdom went a long way toward calming post-war tensions. By the time Tyrande established the night elves' new army, the Sentinels, Jarod had deliberately faded into the background. He did not think of himself as a hero, and he did not wish others to do so.
Self-Exiled
Jarod and his dying wife
Over time Jarod Shadowsong grew disenchanted with the polarization of the night elf society after the War of the Ancients and felt that Malfurion and his druids were more concerned with nature than their own people. One day, Jarod vanished together with his lover, and later wife, Shalasyr. He did not say where he was going or even bid anyone farewell.
Ten thousand years later Shalasyr was struck by an illness, one of the first signs of the loss of the Timeless One's blessing on Nordrassil. While Jarod had brought her to Darnassus to be saved by Tyrande and Elune, Shalasyr knew she wouldn't reach Darnassus alive. She silently wished to die among her people, and to make certain her beloved wouldn't remain alone in self-exile. Though Jarod did get her to Darnassus and sent for Tyrande, she died before the priestess arrived.
Wolfheart
Jarod’s return was quickly noticed by Malfurion, as well as Shandris Feathermoon and his sister, Maiev. Shandris had an emotional reunion with Jarod. She revealed that she had once had feelings for him, and envied Shalasyr and the time she spent with him. Jarod apologized to Shandris for his sudden and unexplained disappearance, and explained that while he was flattered by her affections, their choices prevented a romantic relationship; Shandris had been training to take on a more active role in night elf society, while Jarod wanted to live out his life in seclusion. Both Shandris and Jarod resolved to have a platonic relationship, after which Shandris gave her condolences. Jarod's reunion with Maiev was more bitter. Though he was happy to reconnect with the only family member he has left, Maiev was angry at him for abandoning his people and duty. Still, she eventually softened to him when he sympathized with the traumatic events that transpired in her life after which she also gave her condolences for his lost.
When Maiev was called upon to investigate the assassination of one of the Highborne, Jarod assisted his sister in her search. Eventually, Jarod discovered that Maiev was the assassin, and that she had kidnapped Malfurion as well. Jarod rescued Malfurion and later the other Highborne Maiev had captured. Though he could have killed Maiev in their bloody confrontation, he was unable to kill his own sister and thus allowed her to escape.
World of Warcraft
Jarod at Mount Hyjal
Jarod Shadowsong makes his World of Warcraft debut in Cataclysm. He appears at Mount Hyjal being held captive inside a Twilight Hammer camp in Darkwhisper Gorge. He's scheduled to be sacrificed by the ogres of the Twilight's Hammer as part of this year's initiation. On Elementalist Ortells orders, players infiltrate the Twilight's Hammer forces at Darkwhisper Gorge and incite conflicts between ogre and non-ogre members - while the primary goal is sneaking out Jarod Shadowsong out of Twilight's Hammer's custody. After his rescue Jarod aids Ysera and the Ancients against the forces of Ragnaros. Once again he is charged with leading the military operations against an enemy with demigods walking among him.
Quests
[81] Graduation Speech - [81] Twilight Riot
- [81] Slash and Burn
- [81] Might of the Firelord
- [82] The Sanctum of the Prophets
- [82] Magma Monarch
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Relatives
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This section includes speculation on characters that might be related, usually because they may share a last name. It should not be taken as representing official lore.
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Besides being Maiev's brother, he may also be related to Nessa Shadowsong and Fiskal Shadowsong.
Memorable quotes
- Jarod: "I just feel like I look like a buffoon!"
- Rhonin: "You won't get much argument from me."
- "I'm no hero, Master Malfurion. You and the others slay demons with barely the wave of a hand. I just try to preserve your heads so that you can continue to do it."
- "I still have a home... Suramar is still my home."
- "I won't stand behind while those who followed me face the enemy in my name!"
- "I await you, Archimonde." (after Archimonde isolates him from his army, and he sees the archdemon approach)
Trivia
- Before his appearance in Firelands he had the exact same model as Orenthil Whisperwind.
Videos
Lore For Noobs
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| Preceded by: Desdel Stareye |
Position: Leader of the Kaldorei Resistance |
Succeeded by: End of the War |
| Preceded by: Desdel Stareye (unofficial) |
Position: Ruler of the Kaldorei (unofficial) |
Succeeded by: Tyrande Whisperwind (official) |