Shadow Trails in Azeroth

Ironforge, a city in the snowy mountains.

This is the main city of the Bronzebeard dwarves and the only large city of the dwarves. More than 60% of the Bronzebeard dwarves live in this city that is always warm, always noisy and vibrant.

It is built in the heart of the Coldridge Mountains of Dun Morogh.

Just as the Dark Iron dwarves hollowed out Blackstone Mountain to build Shadowforge City, the Bronzebeard dwarves also hollowed out a mountain to build the equally majestic Ironforge.

However, Ironforge is built on the surface, nearly a hundred meters above the ground level. To be precise, this city is built halfway up the mountain.

It is connected to the snow-capped mountains by a winding mountain road.

This kind of terrain is absolutely easy to defend and difficult to attack. In fact, Ironforge is one of the only two cities in the central and southern parts of the entire eastern continent that has not been captured by the orcs in the nearly seven years of the orc war.

The brave Bronzebeard dwarves took advantage of Ironforge's terrain and relied on warriors who were less than one-tenth of the orc army to defend the city for several years.

Until Orgrim Doomhammer died in the battle, even though the orcs occupied 95% of Khaz Modan, they had never set foot in Ironforge.

During those war years, this dwarf city also accepted many human refugees, which greatly strengthened the already good diplomatic relations between humans and dwarves, making the two races truly a brotherly alliance.

Or change it to a more quaint title.

Blood alliance.

It was precisely because of the tenacious counterattack of the dwarves and gnomes in the Khaz Modan region that it held back most of the orcs' strength and prevented them from fully committing to the attack on the northern border. This gave the human kingdom the possibility and hope of counterattack.

Therefore, after the war, Ironforge relied on this achievement to obtain a lot of business cooperation from the human kingdom, allowing the dwarves to make a lot of money in more than a year.

A lot of iron and ore are sent out from Ironforge every day and sent to Menethil Port through caravans, and then distributed to other kingdoms from there.

Today, Ironforge has shown signs of becoming the commercial center of the eastern continent. This is also due to the shrewdness of the dwarves hidden under their rudeness, as well as the city's solidity and security.

If nothing else, just say a little bit.

The second largest treasury in the Eastern Continent after the Goblin Bank is located deep in the bank of Ironforge. This is the "Holy Land" that countless thieves dream of visiting.

Unfortunately, the security here is even more outrageous than the black treasure trove in Shadowforge City.

The bank vault is backed by the dwarf throne room. Except for Brian Bronzebeard, the three brothers of the Bronzebeard King, who is a noob, the other two brothers, Muradin and Magni, are characters with explosive combat prowess.

The two brothers can equal Dai Lin in a one-on-one situation, and they are as dangerous as the orc chief when they fight hard, such as the first real battle that Black participated in.

Muradin Bronzebeard single-handedly stopped the most dangerous legendary swordmaster among the orcs, Old Dal, and fought Brox Saurfang more than a dozen times on the walls of Lordaeron.

Although we lose more and win less, we feel proud even if we lose.

As for Muradin's brother Magni Bronzebeard, the dwarf king rarely actually fought, but Muradin always preached force on his brother's behalf.

Consider that while dwarves generally enjoy drinking and bragging, they rarely lie. Therefore, Magni Bronzebeard should be the strongest among the Bronzebeard dwarves.

Moreover, in addition to the Bronzebeard brothers who are resident here in Ironforge, there is also the Paladin Lord Kurtaz who is stationed here by the Holy Light Church. That dwarf is a legendary Paladin who has been transferred from a legendary warrior.

Although his reputation is not well known in the Holy Light Church, his combat effectiveness is definitely not weaker than that of the five knights.

In addition to the paladins and warriors, there are also two legendary old hunters, Old Hemet and Fargo Flintlock, in this city, as well as a group of dwarf mages who are resident here.

To sum up, becoming a thief in Ironforge is definitely not the right choice for a normal person's brain circuit.

Even Black, a brave and talented pirate, has not thought about this. In addition to not wanting to offend the dwarves who are very united and very vindictive, Black has another important reason for staying dormant.

Because there is no "oil and water" in Ironforge's treasury.

Pure money means little to the stinky pirates who have begun to collect taxes in the North Sea. There is no need for Blake to get into trouble when there are no magic weapons or magic treasures here.

As a master assassin, Black now also has "idol baggage".

He declared to his subordinates that everything cannot be done for money. If he looted the Ironforge treasury for money, he would be ruining his reputation.

The most important thing is that I came to Ironforge today to do business.

"Oh, you really should have written a letter in advance. My brother is not in Ironforge. What a coincidence that you came. He just left for Kul Tiras yesterday."

In the throne room of the Bronzebeard Dwarves, His Majesty Magni Bronzebeard heard that Black Shaw was visiting and took the time to receive them.

Dwarves don't do any damn formalism.

Their royal family is also very down-to-earth, not as grand as the Elf royal family. As the dwarf king, Magni only put a simple crown on his head that he made himself.

However, the ceremonial armor on the old dwarf king caught Blake's attention.

His eyes were vicious, and he could tell at a glance that this thing was of high quality. Although it was still a long way from the Moon God Armor, it was definitely better than the warrior armor he gave to Fenna.

As expected of a dwarf who is good at forging, even a set of ceremonial armor is made so exquisitely, which is another way of showing off his wealth.

"This is really disappointing. I came here specifically to visit my brother Muradin."

Blake made a gesture of regret.

He said to King Magni, who looked very similar to Muradin:

"I just got some interesting things from the Searing Canyon a few days ago, and I wanted to share them with him."

"Yes, Muradin told me before he left."

Magni, the dwarf king, has a good character. He sat on the dwarf throne decorated with furnace flames on both sides, touched his beautiful beard decorated with gold rings, and said with a smile:

"He specifically asked me to complete the elf sword he brought back from Tol Barad, and also said that if you come to pick it up, let me complete the final reforging of the sword on his behalf.

I am a king, but I prefer blacksmithing, so do you bring the blood of the Dragon King?

If all the materials are available, I can take the time now to help you complete the final step of quenching the sword with dragon blood. That's a really good sword. "

Magni sighed:

"I have never seen such a good weapon several times in my life. It should be a gift you want to give to the beautiful and powerful lady next to you, right?"

"Wow, you speak much better than your brother. You deserve to be a king!"

Fenna smiled and gave Magni an aristocratic salute, and said:

"We'll talk about the sword later. Well, my captain came today because he has more important things to do."

"Yes, a major event related to the Three Hammers inheritance left by His Majesty the King of the Mountains, Modimus Anvilmar."

Blake took a step forward and said something to Magni.

Then he kicked the short man next to him who was wrapped tightly in a hood. The latter muttered, reluctantly took a few steps forward with the gift box in hand, and walked to the steps of Magni's throne.

At this close distance, King Bronzebeard could clearly see the fiery red eyes under this guy's hood.

"Black Iron!"

The dwarf king, who had been smiling just now, as gentle as an elder, suddenly became indifferent, and a chilling aura belonging to a powerful warrior and a majestic king came to his face.

He clenched his gauntlet, punched the armrest of his throne, and yelled angrily:

"The cursed! The exiled! The filthy! The traitor of Three Hammers! The traitor of Gaoshan! How dare you enter the Bronzebeard's palace? Is this an assassination?

Or a provocation? "

A group of royal guards all around, armed as much as the dwarf's iron cans, roared forward. As long as the king gave an order, they would chop the bold black iron dwarf into pieces.

As the culprits who brought the Dark Iron Dwarves into the throne room, Blake, Fenna and Valeera were also surrounded by a group of murderous dwarf royal guards.

If the high-level warriors of Yishui really fight without Blake's bug, it would be almost impossible for Valeela and Fenner to break through without any injuries.

But Blake's expression did not change. He still maintained a smile on his face wearing a magic mask, and reached out to suppress Fenner's hand that wanted to hold the hilt of the Ashbringer's sword.

No need.

I can't fight today.

Hansel Heavy Fist, who was angrily scolded by Magni, wanted to spit on the king in front of him. After all, three hundred years of hatred had already made it impossible for Bronzebeard and Black Iron to change.

But he is the messenger after all.

He would suppress the anger in his heart and use the words Blake taught him along the way:

"Your Majesty. Damn it, this is such an awkward title. King of Bronzebeard! I am a Dark Iron Dwarf, yes, but I am not Thaurissan's lackey! I am here on behalf of the Thorium Brotherhood.

I represent the unyielding will of the Dark Iron Dwarves. Although I do not desire it, I will not reject peace.

Our olive branch has been extended to you, and it's your turn to respond. "

Hansel stared at Magni with his fiery red eyes, and he challenged:

"You are not even afraid of war, how are you afraid of peace?"

"Peace?"

Magni sneered and said:

"To say this word from the mouth of the Dark Iron Dwarf is simply the greatest humiliation to him! I will not talk about the old accounts from three hundred years ago, nor will I talk about the never-ending conflict between the two races in the deserted land.

Just the fact that you assisted those butchers in the orc war is enough for me to despise you for all the reasons I can think of.

But you're right.

I have heard the story of the Thorium Brotherhood, and I know that you and Thaurissan have different opinions, so I am willing to give you a chance.

Show me your 'peace'. "

"boom"

Hansel opened the box in his hand, and the two warhammers placed inside immediately attracted Magni's attention. One of the few legendary blacksmiths in Azeroth made a nasal sound of surprise.

But he did not immediately reach out to touch the warhammer, but picked up the letter placed on it.

He opened the letter and read it carefully.

There was no real valuable information in the letter.

After all, the two sides had just begun to contact each other. The great blacksmith of the Thorium Brotherhood expressed greetings to His Majesty Magni very restrainedly, and did not mention the union or peace between the Dark Iron Dwarves and the Bronzebeard Dwarves.

He came up with a very creative idea.

Magni's curiosity was immediately attracted.

"Huh? The three tribes work together to forge a supreme weapon that only belongs to the dwarves? Use this as a symbolic cornerstone for the reunification of the Three Hammers that have been divided for three hundred years?"

King Bronzebeard was sitting on his throne. He read these words and glanced at Black under the throne.

The big pirate shrugged and showed a gentle and harmless smile.

"My brother came back from your island this time like crazy. He kept talking about the supreme skill of weapon forging, and even showed me his idea.

It is said that he got the inspiration from an ancient elven sword, and I was convinced by him that the king is just a matter of blood, and I am a blacksmith after all.

I also hope to complete this great dream with my own hands.

If it weren't for the invitation from Kul Tiras that we couldn't refuse, Muradin and I would have started preparing our forging plan. "

In the solemn throne room, Magni waved his hand, and the royal guards retreated in unison.

The dwarf king looked at the two black iron warhammers in the treasure box in front of him and said:

"Perhaps the thoughts and inspirations of the blacksmith masters in this world will collide, and there will be a common pursuit of skills even though they are thousands of miles apart, but I don't believe that this proposal will be such a coincidence.

This is your handiwork, right?

Mr. Black.

After the big events in Dalaran and Kul Tiras, you set your sights on the dwarves again, which makes me wonder if you have an agenda? "

Magni stared at Blake and said:

"Your suggestion is very good, and I am very moved, but as a king, I must consider the people and the country, if you don't make your plan and your purpose clear.

I won't accept it.

Even if you have sent me the legendary 'Opponent' and 'Persuader', a pair of treasures that are most suitable as the original embryo of the dwarves' supreme weapon, I dare not accept it.

I have seen the destructive power of your plans and ideas, Lord Pirate.

So, let’s be honest. "

"how to say."

Blake rubbed his neck, and in full view of everyone, he took out an eye-like elemental crystal from his arms. As soon as this thing was taken out, the temperature of the entire Bronzebeard Throne Hall began to soar.

Magni suddenly stood up from the throne, and the dwarf king's eyes burst with unconcealable desire.

Hansel, the stubborn black iron craftsman, collapsed to the ground with his legs weak.

It wasn't that he was scared.

Instead, the power of fire blooming from the Eye of Savras, which was crystallized from the power of Ragnaros's elemental clone, stimulated the remaining curse in the blood of the Dark Iron Dwarves.

It was like the Fire Lord was here in person.

"During a hunt, I got a very, very powerful treasure that I couldn't use."

The pirate tossed the Eye of Savras up and down in his hand like a small sun, and he said:

"I know that the Thorium Brotherhood holds the forbidden knowledge of the Fire Lord. They can create a weapon that perfectly fits this holy object, allowing me to instantly gain power from the fire of Savras.

That is a rare legendary weapon.

But I think the potential of this thing should be more than that.

It can not only become a weapon, it can also become a symbol. "

Black laughed and threw the elemental artifact in his hand, which could be exchanged for supreme power or a thousand obedient elf girls in Quel'Thalas, to the helpless Mag like a marble. Ni·Bronzebeard.

He spread his hands and said to the dwarf king:

"I have my purpose. I really hope to see the three hammers unify, instead of being in constant contact with each other now. To be honest, your internal fighting is completely meaningless in my opinion.

My intentions are noble, Your Majesty.

Of course, I know you don't think so. If a cunning bastard like me doesn't make some demands today, you will definitely not accept my gift with confidence.

So, I would say.

After the forging of this supreme sacred object of the dwarves is completed, the dwarves under the rule of the King of the Mountain must assist me unconditionally when I am in need.

three times!

No matter who my enemy is, no matter who I ask you to attack, you must agree without reservation!

It’s like the contract made by Emperor Thoradin and Sun King Anastarian three thousand years ago.”

Having said this, Blake curled his lips, and in the dead silence where the heartbeat could be heard, he asked softly:

"Is this arrogant request enough to reassure you? If not, I want the naming rights of this dwarf holy hammer that will be born in the future.

Everything needs a resounding name.

Why don't we just call it 'Sigma'. "