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Who Is Anduin Lothar, the Lion of Azeroth?
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Anduin Lothar was Stormwind's greatest champion, the "Lion of Azeroth." When the orcs destroyed Stormwind in the First War, he led the survivors north to Lordaeron, then commanded the whole Alliance in the Second War. He died in single combat with the orc warchief Orgrim Doomhammer near Blackrock Spire, and his lieutenant Turalyon led the Alliance to victory.
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Who was Lothar before the wars?
A knight of Stormwind, long before WoW Forever. He grew up with two famous friends: Llane Wrynn, who became king, and Medivh, who became the Guardian, the most powerful mage of his age. Lothar rose through Stormwind's army, was knighted and joined the Brotherhood of the Horse.
He was also the last of the Arathi bloodline, an old human royal line. A wisp could get used to a pedigree like that.
What did he do in the First War?
When the orcish Horde came through the Dark Portal, Lothar was the king's champion. He pushed Llane to take the fight to the orcs. Then came the worst news: Medivh, his childhood friend, had betrayed them all.
With the young mage Khadgar and the half-orc Garona, Lothar went to Medivh's tower, Karazhan, and struck him down. It didn't save the kingdom. The Horde destroyed Stormwind, and Lothar led its survivors across the sea, north to Lordaeron.
How did he lead the Alliance?
In Lordaeron, King Terenas formed the Alliance of Lordaeron, and named Lothar its Supreme Commander. That's the Second War.
| Who | Role at his side |
|---|---|
| Turalyon | A paladin and his second in command |
| Khadgar | His mage lieutenant from the First War |
| King Terenas | The king who built the Alliance |
The Alliance drove the Horde back across the Eastern Kingdoms, freed the dwarven lands of Khaz Modan, and chased the orcs all the way to Blackrock Spire.
How did Lothar die?
At the foot of Blackrock Spire, Lothar met Orgrim Doomhammer, Warchief of the Horde, in single combat, and fell. Turalyon took up command, and the Alliance went on to win the Second War. Defeated orcs ended up in the internment camps, which is where Thrall's story begins. And yes, that's a big part of why the Horde and the Alliance still fight.
Where can I find Lothar in WoW Forever?
Not in person; he died long before your adventure. But his name is everywhere:
- His statue. In the original World of Warcraft, a statue of Lothar stands in the Burning Steppes, pointing defiantly at Blackrock Spire, where he made his last stand. Forever is built on that same world, but I haven't found Blizzard confirming whether it changed.
- Stormwind's king. The boy-king Anduin Wrynn, who rules with Bolvar Fordragon as regent, shares Lothar's first name. The story so far.
Questing in the Burning Steppes? Hold your talk key and ask me "Who's this statue?" With the free Lore Forever add-on, I know where you are, so you can ask right there.
FAQ
Who is Anduin Lothar?
Stormwind's champion, called the Lion of Azeroth. He led Stormwind's survivors to Lordaeron and was Supreme Commander of the Alliance in the Second War.
Who killed Anduin Lothar?
Orgrim Doomhammer, Warchief of the Horde, in single combat near Blackrock Spire during the Second War.
Who led the Alliance after Lothar died?
His second in command, the paladin Turalyon, who led the Alliance to victory in the Second War.
Is Anduin Lothar in WoW Forever?
Not alive. He died in the Second War, years before WoW Forever, but the original game honors him with a statue in the Burning Steppes.