8.1.5 PTR Broadcast Text - Fate of Derek Proudmoore (Spoilers)

PTR Posted 2019/01/09 at 7:09 AM by perculia

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Lore (Spoilers): Fate of Derek Proudmoore, Finding Hati, Old Gods, Recruiting Allied Races, 8.1.5 Audio
Diffs: New Achievements, Preamble and Scenarios, Class Changes

Derek Proudmoore

She must meet us at Theramore, or our efforts will be for nothing.
The Swift Vengeance is anchored just outside the harbor. Zelling will take us there.
Revered tides, carry us swiftly and silently to our quarry.
This is it. Zelling, wait here while we clear the deck.
$n, use the grappling hook to board the ship. I will follow behind you.
The ship's crew is fanatically loyal to Sylvanas. They will not take our trespass lightly.
Though it pains me, we may need to shed some blood this day.
Be on your guard. This is sure to alert everyone inside.
Well, that's another way to do it...
Proudmoore is likely being held belowdecks. Be swift.
Over here! He is unconscious, but still alive...
At least... as close to it as undeath can be.
Hmm. This is quite an intricate lock. We may have a problem.
That took longer than expected. I was concerned you had been caught.
There were... complications... but we are ready to depart.
Then let's not waste any more time. $C?
Seaward winds, fill our sails! Guide our ship through oceans true!

Do you have something to report, $n?
"So Bloodhoof wishes to act in shadow? We must know what he is planning.
Go along with his little task, $n. You are under my protection, so do not worry if you need to get your hands dirty to keep up the ruse.
Just do whatever he asks of you and return to me with your findings."
Baine Bloodhoof has requested that I help him with a secret task.
Nevermind. <Don't report Baine's request.>

I knew Ashvane was treacherous, but siding with the Horde is a new low.
Ambition has a way of twisting... wait. We are not alone.
Show yourself!
Not bad, Shaw.
Everyone, stand down! Explain why you're here, Valeera. Now.
I have a message for the Lord Admiral.
Can we trust her?
King Varian did.
I see. Then I will hear what she has to say.

Let's hear this message of yours.
Baine Bloodhoof seeks to right a wrong done to your family. He asks to meet with you in secret... off the coast of Theramore.
After all that the Horde has done, you have the audacity to--
The Banshee Queen has eyes everywhere. Theramore is one of the few places she is not watching.
Baine is going behind the Banshee's back. That's why he's suggesting Theramore. Not to offend you, but for secrecy.
She has a point. Can you think of anywhere less likely to be under Horde surveillance?
No... I suppose not.

Lady Jaina, Valeera was one of King Varian's closest friends. If she says Baine seeks this meeting in defiance of Sylvanas, then I believe her.
You may not trust me, Lord Admiral, but King Anduin will vouch for both me and the chieftain.
If you can't take me at my word, go to Stormwind and ask Anduin to vouch for me. But we don't have much time, Lady Jaina.
I trust Master Shaw, and I trust Anduin. That will have to do. Tell Baine that I agree to the meeting... but I am not going alone.

"Funny how we keep meeting under dire circumstances, $n.
<Valeera smirks>
Think you can convince Lady Proudmoore I'm not out to kill her? She really is going to want to hear this."
"<Valeera looks you over>
I do what I can, Champion, as we all must."

"<Jaina's gaze remains on the ruins of Theramore as you approach her>
So much was lost here."

"Why would all the leaders be summoned all the way out here?
Something big must be happening."
"This is an odd place to call a council.
I wonder what's going on?"
"It's a big risk gathering so many of our leaders right in the middle of Alliance territory.
What is Sylvanas trying to prove?"
"The Dark Lady's got stones for holding this meeting right under the Alliance's nose.
Talk about a power play!"
No, I don't have a stupid ticket. What are you going to do about it?
"I'm on the special guest list.
Just ask Gallywix, he'll vouch for me."
"Are you kidding? At the prices these goblins are charging?
Talk about highway robbery!"
Here it is. Paid a hefty sum for it, too.

We are deep in enemy territory, Baine. Why would Sylvanas gather the Horde's leadership here?
I suspect that she intends to make a show of force. But for whom, I cannot say.
Take caution, Zelling. The Banshee Queen is plotting something...

<Spy on the Horde gathering.>
That was ruthless, even by the Banshee's standards.
She did this to send a message to the rest of the Horde: Dissent will not be tolerated.
Report our findings to the Lord Admiral. I'll make my way back on my own.

I have troubling news. It seems there are traitors in our midst.
Most of you need fear nothing.
Most of you need fear nothing.
But Derek Proudmoore didn't flee to Kul Tiras by himself. He had help. Didn't he...
... Zelling?
Stop! ... I returned Derek Proudmoore to his family.
I could not stand by and permit such depravity to unfold.
You raised him as a Forsaken. But you planned to deny him his free will. To violate his mind.
Thank you for your honesty.
Banshee! Are we nothing more than pawns in your game? You betray the Horde!
No. He did. And so did you.
Take him.
Other will see you for what you are, Sylvanas. You will leave the Horde in ruins!

There is no place for weakness in our ranks.
Remember your loyalties.

Baine showed compassion and honor by returning Derek to us. I fear that choice may cost him his life.
For years I pitied Sylvanas for what Arthas did to her. But nothing remains of the hero she was. Perhaps now the Horde will see that, too.
To have any hope of ending this war, we must end her.

Jaina... I can hardly believe it's you. When I set sail, you were a child. And now... Lord Admiral.
So much has changed, Derek. I... There's something I must tell you--
I know about father. The Horde spewed lies to poison me against you. But Baine explained the truth of what happened.
You, mother, and Tandred all endured so much. I'm pleased you have each other again, but... where does my path lead?
I don't know. But we will find the answer together.
I can't come home... can I.
No. Not yet. But I know others who have been through this. I believe they can help you.
Will you come with me, Jaina? I... I don't know if I can do this alone.
Of course, Derek. No matter the storm, we will face it... as family.

The bottom of the sea was dark and cold... but at least it was quiet.
I will make the most of this curse.
Sometimes, I truly miss being dead. Completely dead, I mean.

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Comment by GendouBetween Calia and Derek, we're either looking at a Forsaken Redemption Arc post-Sylvanas, or an Alliance Undead Allied Race.Comment by dexarisI think it is most likely a redemption arc for the Forsaken, rather than an Allied race.Comment by ArchernickWouldn't surprise me if Blizzard put Calia and Derek together, even romantically - that way they get to give their fans the Proudmoore/Menethil ship they've always wanted.Comment by WepstarI hope Delaryn and other Night Elves that have joined the Horde, will follow Zellings example.Comment by GendouWouldn't surprise me if Blizzard put Calia and Derek together, even romantically - that way they get to give their fans the Proudmoore/Menethil ship they've always wanted.I hope Delaryn and other Night Elves that have joined the Horde, will follow Zellings example.I think it is most likely a redemption arc for the Forsaken, rather than an Allied race.Comment by DarksunSo far i am really unimpressed about the storyline, how is this suppose to be different arc than garrosh, being overthrown at the end.Comment by VermundI'm surprised Saurfang is sitting this patch out. Was really hoping we'd see his journey continue. He's likely on his way to Outland to contact Thrall. It would make the most sense, because he needs his help, especially with Baine's incarceration.
So much for Zelling - this will likely turn Voss once again against the Banshee Queen. I think she truly cared for his family and help him cope with becoming undead.Comment by Wepstarbtw why did Sylvanas decided to arrest Baine on the eyes of Alliance spy, on the Alliance territories?
To make Alliance think that they can trust Baine.

Probably Derek is already mind controlled.Comment by AnthonoxOH THANK THE LIGHT. My heart couldn't take the idea of Derek being forced to murder his own family.

Also nice to see Baine taking action!Comment by infernobeckonsSylvanas burned an entire land with many innocent lives in it. Baine and all of the Horde fully supported her after that.
Sylvanas just raised a single dead human suddenly all of the horde reacted that she is evil.

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Also this: "Baine showed compassion and honor by returning Derek to us. I fear that choice may cost him his life."

What garbage thought is that? Everyone in the horde committed the crime when they followed Sylvanas' path of genocide. No matter how blizzard tries to put all the blame on her alone and show the rest of the horde innocent, it is pure bs.Removed

On the other hand, this makes perfect sense if you assume that night elves are a garbage race and deserved to be burned alive.RemovedComment by w3maniakLet's hope this is a hint for another War Campaign chapter in 8.1.5 - something on both sides, not just horde-only Saurfang quests.Comment by Pandafera"Will you come with me, Jaina? I... I don't know if I can do this alone"
"Of course, Derek. No matter the storm, we will face it... as family."

...Uh-oh... I have a bad feeling about this.
And I'm sad about Baine. Hope he'll be ok. Nice to see we have diferent options in quest. (even with the same end)

Btw, Derek's questline starts only with next raid?
In my horde char, Derek still dead on my ship's floor. XDComment by TaliaKiranaHey, Baine is actually doing something. Takes some guts to go against Sylvanas to send Derek back to his family sans brainwashing. Poor Zelling is probably soon to be dead. And this is certainly going to be hard on Jaina. The brother who was dead is now undead. I bet this is how they're going to bring in Calia, because they'll refer him to her to try and help him cope.Comment by Swampking1I still believe that calia will bring an allied race to the alliance. I’m so excited.Comment by DarklokThat sounds like a new Allied race for the Alliance.Comment by MadcocogirlLike for all the reasons Baine could've chosen to defy Sylvanas, he did it for a dead human relative of the leader of his enemy faction? Baine's either a dumbass or the writers are just hamfisting this inner horde conflict so hard it just seems ridiculous at this point. Can this all just be a old god illusion already, and tentacles appear and attack us, please N'zoth, save us!Comment by SearinoxOH look! More things about how evil and dumb Sylvanas are!

.......

Kerrigan 2.0 incoming. Also this whole deal trying to make Jaina sweet is disgusting.Comment by CaeruleWell, so much for Baine being the one to save the honor of the Horde. First time he tries, he's taken down. I wonder where that leaves us.

Interesting stuff though.

As for the Holy Undead, I really hope that'll be a Horde allied race, not Alliance.Comment by GendouSylvanas burned an entire land with many innocent lives in it. Baine and all of the Horde fully supported her after that.
Sylvanas just raised a single dead human suddenly all of the horde reacted that she is evil.

Removed

Also this: "Baine showed compassion and honor by returning Derek to us. I fear that choice may cost him his life."

What garbage thought is that? Everyone in the horde committed the crime when they followed Sylvanas' path of genocide. No matter how blizzard tries to put all the blame on her alone and show the rest of the horde innocent, it is pure bs.Removed

On the other hand, this makes perfect sense if you assume that night elves are a garbage race and deserved to be burned alive. RemovedComment by LostelfIf Sylvanas is letting Baine give Derek to the Alliance, I reckon it’s because the brainwashing is done. Baine’s just delivering him to his target and exposing his treachery in the same stroke. A win-win for the Warchief.

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