Neltharion the Earth Warder, later called Deathwing the Destroyer, is a fictional character in the Warcraft universe — a fictional universe in which a series of games and books are set. First seen in Warcraft II: Beyond the Dark Portal A fictional character is any person who appears in a work of fiction. ... Warcraft II: Tides of Darkness (usually simply called Warcraft II; sometimes abbreviated to WCII or WC2) is a sequel to the popular real-time strategy game Warcraft, published by Blizzard Entertainment in December 1995. ...

Biography

In the game Warcraft, Neltharion the Earth Warder was one of the Dragon Aspects created to defend Kalimdor. He was empowered by the Titan Khaz'goroth to protect the land. Warcraft: Orcs & Humans is a real-time strategy computer game developed and published by Blizzard Entertainment in 1994. ... This article or section does not cite its references or sources. ... This is an alphabetical list with the major and minor characters in the Warcraft universe — a fictional universe in which a series of games and books are set. ...

Neltharion was Alexstrasza's greatest supporter and generally regarded as a powerful ally to the other dragonflights. However, at some point during the War of the Ancients the great-hearted Neltharion was driven mad, by the Old Gods in their plot to return to Azeroth, and began to plot against his brethren. In a bid for power, Neltharion suggested the use of an artifact he created: the Dragon Soul. According to plan, the Dragon Soul would combat the invading Burning Legion. The Dragon Soul would later be called Demon Soul, as it was referred to as no better than the Demonic Burning Legion. Each dragon aspect offered over a portion of their power to the Demon Soul and were promised that it would be used to the destroy the marauding army. Alexstrasza the Life-Binder, the wondrous and ancient Queen of Dragons, was empowered by the Titans themselves to protect the young world of Azeroth from the flame. ... Book cover of The Well of Eternity. ... The Burning Legion is the huge demonic army created by the titan Sargeras in the fictional Warcraft universe. ... This is a list of the major items from Blizzard Entertainments Warcraft universe — a fictional universe in which a series of video games and books are set. ... This is a list of the major items from Blizzard Entertainments Warcraft universe — a fictional universe in which a series of video games and books are set. ...

Neltharion, however, betrayed his allies and used the power of the Demon Soul against them. Around this time, goblin engineers under his control welded adamantium plates to Deathwing's scaly hide, a terribly painful process for the dragon, but one of necessity to keep his weakened body from tearing itself apart with the awesome powers he wielded. Weakened and broken, the dragonflights were forced to retreat from the battle leaving the Night Elves to fend for themselves against the Burning Legion. Though the invasion was ultimately halted, Neltharion's treachery scarred the remaining dragons for the rest of their lives. Alexstrasza was deeply tormented by her friend's betrayal, and Malygos, who had supported the use of the Demon Soul from the beginning, lost nearly all of his blue dragonflight because of it, the grief slowly driving him mad. This is a list of the major items from Blizzard Entertainments Warcraft universe — a fictional universe in which a series of video games and books are set. ... To meet Wikipedias quality standards, this article may require cleanup. ... Adamantium is a fictional chemical substance, often a metal. ... ÔNight Elves are a fictional race of elves in Blizzard Entertainments Warcraft series of computer games. ... The Burning Legion is the huge demonic army created by the titan Sargeras in the fictional Warcraft universe. ... Alexstrasza the Life-Binder, the wondrous and ancient Queen of Dragons, was empowered by the Titans themselves to protect the young world of Azeroth from the flame. ... This is an alphabetical list with the major and minor characters in the Warcraft universe — a fictional universe in which a series of games and books are set. ... This is a list of the major items from Blizzard Entertainments Warcraft universe — a fictional universe in which a series of video games and books are set. ...

Though the Burning Legion was ultimately halted, the war cost Neltharion, now known as Deathwing, the loss of nearly every Black Dragon in the world. Additionally, the Demon Soul which he had created would no longer respond to his commands. When the orcish horde invaded Azeroth, he found new pawns with which to facilitate his rise to power. He entered into an alliance with Ner'zhul and even traveled to Draenor where he lived for many years, consolidating his power. The Burning Legion is the huge demonic army created by the titan Sargeras in the fictional Warcraft universe. ... This is a list of the major items from Blizzard Entertainments Warcraft universe — a fictional universe in which a series of video games and books are set. ... Azeroth is a demon in Syrian mythology Azeroth is a fictional place in the Warcraft Universe; it has been the name given to a kingdom, a continent, and lately an entire world. ... The Elder Shaman Nerzhul (later known as the Lich King) is a fictional character in the Warcraft Universe - a fictional universe in which a series of games and books are set. ... A promotional map of Draenor from World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade. ...

Years later during the Second War on Azeroth, Deathwing managed to use the Demon Soul once more through his orc puppet, Nekros Skullcrusher. With it, he imprisoned Alexstrasza within the former dwarven city of Grim Batol. There he forced breedings with many other captured Red Dragons and used them in the war against the Alliance. When victory was assured, Deathwing would assume his role as tyrant of Azeroth. The dragon was also fond of assuming a human guise in the form of Lord Prestor, a dignitary with close ties to Alterac. With this shell he would meddle in the affairs of Lordaeron and put great strain on the human alliance. While in the guise of Lord Prestor, Deathwing had absolute control over his pawn's minds. In general, he was well-liked by the nobles of Lordaeron, especially King Terenas who appointed him as ruler of Alterac. Above all, Deathwing's agenda was always domination and to repopulate his ravaged Black dragonflight. Warcraft II: Tides of Darkness (usually simply called Warcraft II; sometimes abbreviated to WCII, WC2 or War2) is a sequel to the popular real-time strategy game Warcraft, published by Blizzard Entertainment in December 1995. ... Azeroth is a demon in Syrian mythology Azeroth is a fictional place in the Warcraft Universe; it has been the name given to a kingdom, a continent, and lately an entire world. ... This is a list of the major items from Blizzard Entertainments Warcraft universe — a fictional universe in which a series of video games and books are set. ... Alexstrasza the Life-Binder, the wondrous and ancient Queen of Dragons, was empowered by the Titans themselves to protect the young world of Azeroth from the flame. ... Azeroth is a demon in Syrian mythology Azeroth is a fictional place in the Warcraft Universe; it has been the name given to a kingdom, a continent, and lately an entire world. ... The Lordaeron insignia. ... The Lordaeron insignia. ... King Terenas Menethil is a fictional character in the Warcraft universe — a fictional universe in which a series of games and books are set. ...

However, Deathwing's plans were again foiled by the mage Rhonin and Krasus, a consort of the Dragonqueen, who managed to wrest the Demon Soul from Nekros and free Alexstrasza. The resulting battle, in which each of the four Dragon Aspects had their power returned to them, through Rhonin using the Scale of Neltharion to destroy the Demon Soul and their power inside it returning to its former owners, forced Deathwing to give ground before them. His current fate is unknown although the conniving dragon has been presumed dead before, only to resurface with a vengeance in time. Many believe he is either in hiding, or he is being held captive by the other Dragonflights in an attempt to contain his evil. Rhonin is a powerful human mage of the Kirin Tor. ... This article is in need of improvement. ... Alexstrasza the Life-Binder, the wondrous and ancient Queen of Dragons, was empowered by the Titans themselves to protect the young world of Azeroth from the flame. ... Rhonin is a powerful human mage of the Kirin Tor. ... This is a list of the major items from Blizzard Entertainments Warcraft universe — a fictional universe in which a series of video games and books are set. ...

Today, Neltharion's eldest brood, his daughter Onyxia, and son Nefarian continue their father's insidious work. Onyxia breeds in Dustwallow Marsh while infiltrating Stormwind's nobility as Lady Katrana Prestor, an advisor to the child king Anduin Wrynn. Nefarian inhabits Blackrock Spire, fighting against Ragnaros for domination of the mountain, and conducting vile experiments attempting to create a new breed of dragon with the Chromatic dragonflight. In World of Warcraft, Onyxia is the daughter of Neltharion the Earthwarder (also known as Deathwing the Destroyer) and sister of Nefarian. ... This article is being considered for deletion in accordance with Wikipedias deletion policy. ... In World of Warcraft, Onyxia is the daughter of Neltharion the Earthwarder (also known as Deathwing the Destroyer) and sister of Nefarian. ... This is a list of the major and minor Locations ordered by region (after the events of the Third Great War) in the Warcraft universe — a fictional universe in which a series of video games and books are set. ... Stormwind is the Human capital city in the fantasy Warcraft Universe. ... This is an alphabetical list with the major and minor characters in the Warcraft universe — a fictional universe in which a series of games and books are set. ... This article is being considered for deletion in accordance with Wikipedias deletion policy. ... Blackrock Spire from the World of Warcraft. ... Ragnaros, the great firelord, is a great boss in the fictional MMORPG game, World of Warcraft. ...

Whatever his fate, we can rest assured that the world has not seen the last of Deathwing the Destroyer.

Role in Warcraft II Expansion

In the real-time strategy game Warcraft II Neltharion (Deathwing) appears playable as one of the orcish heroes. He is first met with his brood on blackrock spire. He was last seen defending Draenor the home of the orcs when it exploded. This role comes into conflict with the novel, 'Day of the Dragon'. Warcraft II: Tides of Darkness (usually simply called Warcraft II or Warcraft 2; sometimes abbreviated to WCII, WC2 or War2) is a sequel to the popular real-time strategy game Warcraft, developed by Blizzard Entertainment and released in December of 1995. ...

Neltharion's escape from Draenor is still unaccounted for.

Quotes

• "Hear me, vermin! Hear me and pray! I am Neltharion! I am your god!"
• "You have called and I have come. It is always good to see my friend Alexstrasza."
• "I have watched! I have seen my world ruined by you pitiful insects! There must be order! I will have my world perfect again! Those who are not fit to serve me will be slain!"
• "Do you like fire?"

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Sources

• Warcraft II Expansion
• Day of the Dragon
• The Well of Eternity
• The Demon Soul
• The Sundering

Novel artwork by Samwise Didier. ...

External links

• Neltharion at WoWWiki, a World of Warcraft wiki