Warcraft III: The Frozen Throne

[TheGrandSlayer]

More details emerging from www.worthplaying.com today regarding the upcoming expansion pack for Warcraft III - The Frozen Throne. Here's those details:
In the single-player campaign, players revisit the war-torn world of Azeroth. Several months have passed since Archimonde and the Burning Legion were defeated at the battle of Mount Hyjal, yet a new threat has arisen throughout the land. The evil Lich King Ner'zhul has been imprisoned inside the Icecrown glacier, deep within the arctic continent of Northrend. Although the former Orc Shaman lacks physical form, his soul lives on, forever seeking a means to escape his icy prison. As the saga continues, it is revealed that both the Night Elf renegade, llidan, and the traitorous Death Knight, Arthas, seek the Icecrown glacier and the mysterious powers found inside. While it is uncertain as to what is being sought inside the icy tomb, players must traverse uncharted lands and battle treacherous new enemies to uncover the schemes of these nefarious beings, and save all of Azeroth from the forces of darkness...
One new Hero per race, each possessing powerful spells and magical abilities specifically designed to enhance each race
A host of new units, each equipped with new abilities and spells, giving players the opportunity to create diverse strategic and tactical forms of combat
3 new tilesets featuring extraordinary new lands to explore, complete with numerous creeps and critters to wage war upon
Player-built shops, unique for each race, equipped with items carefully designed to improve and aid the units of every race
Neutral buildings, which will provide players with numerous new upgrades, items and abilities
Neutral Heroes, available for recruitment by all players, that can supplement and strengthen a player's army with all new spells and abilities
An advanced world editor that allows players to create their own custom campaigns, complete with cut-scenes and voiceovers
Many new multiplayer maps
Expanded multiplayer options over Battle.net® including multiple new game types, clan and tournament support
Warcraft III: The Frozen Throne is currently slated for worldwide release in the summer of 2003, and is expected to retail for approximately $35.00. The game is expected to receive a Teen Rating from the ESRB.
No official site is up from Blizzard as of yet (as far as I can see), they're probably waiting for the CGW article or something like that.
I can't wait
And We get to learn what the crap happens to Illiden and Arthas!

[ 01-21-2003, 08:45 PM: Message edited by: TheGrandSlayer ]

[Niadh]

I WANT!

I also want them to put in the ability to watch replays online.

[TheGrandSlayer]

A review (with screens)

http://www.gamespy.com/interviews/ja...ft/index.shtml

[ 01-22-2003, 06:28 PM: Message edited by: TheGrandSlayer ]

Alright. I always wondered what happened to those two. Besides, remember when Kel Thuzad said when he said Ner'zhul knows what is to come. This is gonna be great. Thnx so much G.S.

[TheGrandSlayer]

Uh oh,
Spoiler_
Illidin is evil

But I think its that
1. They destroy the lich king
then
2. Arthas kills Illidin or vice versa
Un Spoiler
Heres the new human hero

Blood Mage
Many of the stoic high elves, reeling from the loss of their ancient homeland, Quel'Thalas, have given in to their hatred and despair and embraced the dark side of their magical natures. Calling themselves 'blood elves' - these cold hearted refugees seek to expand their remaining magical powers at any cost - even if it means courting the infernal powers of the Burning Legion! Though still loyal to the Alliance, the blood elves' passions will lead them not only to the highest pinnacles of power, but to the darkest depths of madness.

[ 01-22-2003, 09:17 PM: Message edited by: TheGrandSlayer ]

Yeah, I read everything on the site. Go figure, of course Illidin would be evil. Wonder if he is still in demon form...

[TheGrandSlayer]

I think one of the Troll Shadow Hunter's abilitys is a healing chain lightning.(Notice in the screens it hits his buddies) Or it beefs them up.And the blood elf spell stealers in one screen are transfering blood lust to their foot men and Knights!

[ 01-23-2003, 11:23 AM: Message edited by: TheGrandSlayer ]

Man, did you see the stone giants or whatever. There damage is insane against buildings! Even against normal units, that kinda damage will clobber normal units.

[TheGrandSlayer]

Hmm,walking tanks obviously it's weakness will be speed,gonna cost a load probably,gonna take extra damage to piercing since I'm guessing it has heavy armor, its also probably going to be imune to magic (whats magic going to do to a big walking rock!?

Yeah, I'm thinkin slow speed, and I'm betting it will cost around 6 food. Taurens were an insane amount of food! Anyways, I'm thinkin the best way to kill these walking castles are Dwarf Mortars (god i love those guys)