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| + | | name = Zmodlor |
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| + | | gender = Male |
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| + | | race = Demon |
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| − | |icon=INV_Enchant_EssenceArcaneLarge |
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| + | | character = [[Warlock]], [[Sorcerer]] |
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| − | |quality=Uncommon |
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| + | | affiliation = [[Burning Legion]] |
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| − | |itemid=22446 |
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| + | | faction = Neutral |
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| − | |charges=1 |
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| + | | occupation = Intrigant |
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| − | |ilvl=65 |
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| + | | location = [[Dreadmist Peak]] |
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| − | |name=Greater Planar Essence |
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| + | | status = Banished}} |
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| − | |effect=Use: Turn a greater planar essence into three lesser ones.}}</onlyinclude> |
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| + | {{novel}} |
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| − | == Source == |
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| − | This item can be created by [[disenchanting]] with an item levels from 100 to 120. |
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| + | '''Zmodlor''' is a minor demon who specializes in infiltration. During the events in [[Cycle of Hatred]] he recruits citizens of [[Orgrimmar]] and [[Theramore]] into the [[Burning Blade]] and uses them to raise tensions between the [[orcs]] and [[humans]]. He was banished thanks to the combined efforts of [[Aegwynn]] and [[Jaina Proudmoore]]. |
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| − | This item can also be created by: |
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| + | ==History== |
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| − | {{itembox|Materials required|q1=3|Lesser Planar Essence}} |
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| + | ===Zmodlor and Aegwynn=== |
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| − | == Greater Planar Essence as an ingredient == |
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| + | Zmodlor once took over an entire schoolhouse full of children in the village of [[Jortas]]. Zmodlor was preparing to perform a ritual that would have poisoned the souls of the children when the [[Guardian]] Aegwynn discovered his activities and banished him back to the [[Twisting Nether]].<ref>{{ref book |author= DeCandido, Keith R.A. |authorlink= Keith R.A. DeCandido |title= [[Cycle of Hatred]] |isbn= 978-0-7434-7136-7 |pages= 135 |chapter= 12 |quote= Zmolder was able to take over an entire schoolhouse and was prepared to use the children of Jortas for a ritual that would have poisoned their souls. It was only purest chance that I detected the foul stench of demon-magic and was able to arrive in time.}}</ref> |
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| − | ===Enchanting=== |
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| − | * {{loot|enchant|Enchant 2H Weapon - Major Agility}} |
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| − | * {{loot|enchant|Enchant Boots - Dexterity}} |
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| − | * {{loot|enchant|Enchant Bracer - Fortitude}} |
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| − | * {{loot|enchant|Enchant Bracer - Restore Mana Prime}} |
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| − | * {{loot|enchant|Enchant Bracer - Superior Healing}} |
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| − | * {{loot|enchant|Enchant Chest - Exceptional Mana}} |
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| − | * {{loot|enchant|Enchant Chest - Exceptional Stats}} |
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| − | * {{loot|enchant|Enchant Chest - Major Resilience}} |
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| − | * {{loot|enchant|Enchant Chest - Major Spirit}} |
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| − | * {{loot|enchant|Enchant Cloak - Greater Agility}} |
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| − | * {{loot|enchant|Enchant Cloak - Major Resistance}} |
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| − | * {{loot|enchant|Enchant Cloak - Spell Penetration}} |
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| − | * {{loot|enchant|Enchant Gloves - Major Healing}} |
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| − | * {{loot|enchant|Enchant Gloves - Major Spellpower}} |
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| − | * {{loot|enchant|Enchant Gloves - Major Strength}} |
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| − | * {{loot|enchant|Enchant Gloves - Spell Strike}} |
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| − | * {{loot|enchant|Enchant Ring - Healing Power}} |
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| − | * {{loot|enchant|Enchant Ring - Spellpower}} |
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| − | * {{loot|enchant|Enchant Shield - Intellect}} |
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| − | * {{loot|enchant|Enchant Shield - Shield Block}} |
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| − | * {{loot|enchant|Enchant Weapon - Major Intellect}} |
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| − | * {{loot|enchant|Enchant Weapon - Major Spellpower}} |
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| − | * {{loot|enchant|Enchant Weapon - Major Striking}} |
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| − | * {{loot|enchant|Enchant Weapon - Mongoose}} |
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| − | * {{loot|enchant|Enchant Weapon - Potency}} |
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| − | * {{loot|enchant|Enchant Weapon - Soulfrost}} |
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| − | * {{loot|enchant|Enchant Weapon - Spellsurge}} |
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| − | * {{loot|enchant|Enchant Weapon - Sunfire}} |
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| − | * {{item|icon=|Runed Eternium Rod}} |
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| − | * {{item|icon=|Runed Adamantite Rod}} |
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| − | === |
+ | ===The Third War=== |
| + | Eight centuries later, Zmodlor was revived by the [[Burning Legion]] to supplement their [[Third War|second invasion]].<ref>{{ref book |author= DeCandido, Keith R.A. |authorlink= Keith R.A. DeCandido |title= [[Cycle of Hatred]] |isbn= 978-0-7434-7136-7 |pages= 208 |chapter= 20 |quote= But when the Burning Legion attacked, they recruited many demons, including ones that had been banished by the Tirisfalen.}}</ref> He survived the events at [[Mount Hyjal]]<ref>{{ref book |author= DeCandido, Keith R.A. |authorlink= Keith R.A. DeCandido |title= [[Cycle of Hatred]] |isbn= 978-0-7434-7136-7 |pages= 208 |chapter= 20 |quote= When the war ended, several stragglers managed to stay in this world even when the legion was driven back.}}</ref><ref>{{ref book |author= DeCandido, Keith R.A. |authorlink= Keith R.A. DeCandido |title= [[Cycle of Hatred]] |isbn= 978-0-7434-7136-7 |pages= 238 |chapter= Epilogue |quote= You yourself said that Zmodlor wasn't the only demon left behind after the Burning Legion was driven back.}}</ref> and began instigating war between the orcs in Orgrimmar and the humans in Theramore. |
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| − | * {{item|icon=|Spellfire Bag}} |
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| − | * {{item|icon=|Imbued Netherweave Bag}} |
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| − | == |
+ | ===Cycle of Hatred=== |
| + | Zmodlor recruited both orcs and humans who were prejudiced against one another into a new incarnation of the Burning Blade cult. As an incentive, he promised to help his new followers destroy their enemies whether they were humans who hated orcs or vice versa. No one who followed him was aware that he also recruited their enemies. Among the members of Zmodlor's Burning Blade were advisors to both Jaina Proudmoore and [[Thrall]]: [[Kristoff]], Jaina's chamberlain, and [[Burx]], one of Thrall's chief warriors. |
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| + | Zmodlor's plan would have succeeded, but for Jaina and Aegwynn's timely intervention. Meanwhile, Jaina and Aegwynn confronted Zmodlor and several of his worshippers atop [[Dreadmist Peak]]. Zmodlor was banished by Aegwynn's spell, cast by Jaina Proudmoore, moments before his plan would have succeeded. |
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| + | While speaking with Thrall following these events, Jaina states that the Burning Legion would have a hard time rescuing Zmodlor a second time and that because he is a minor demon it would not be worth the effort.<ref>{{ref book |author= DeCandido, Keith R.A. |authorlink= Keith R.A. DeCandido |title= [[Cycle of Hatred]] |isbn= 978-0-7434-7136-7 |pages= 234 |chapter= Epilogue |quote= Zmodlor and the warlocks who performed his magicks have been banished to the Twisting Nether. Even the Burning Legion would be hard-pressed to liberate them - and so minor a demon would hardly be worth the effort.}}</ref> For the same reason, Aegwynn did not believe that the Burning Blade's activities were the result of Zmodlor acting on his own. Aegwynn believed that "a plan of this complexity is far beyond him". The identity of Zmodlor's master remained a mystery.<ref>{{ref book |author= DeCandido, Keith R.A. |authorlink= Keith R.A. DeCandido |title= [[Cycle of Hatred]] |isbn= 978-0-7434-7136-7 |pages= 237 |chapter= Epilogue |quote= Zmodlor was a minor demon. He didn't have the brains to come up with something like this.}}</ref><ref>{{ref book |author= DeCandido, Keith R.A. |authorlink= Keith R.A. DeCandido |title= [[Cycle of Hatred]] |isbn= 978-0-7434-7136-7 |pages= 238 |chapter= Epilogue |quote= A plan of this complexity is far beyond him.}}</ref> |
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| + | ==Speculation== |
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| + | ===Zmodlor's Master=== |
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| + | Though it was never hinted beyond Zmodlor's master being smarter, it is reasonable to assume that the [[Shadow Council]] in [[Felwood]] was ultimately responsible for the plan because the Burning Blade is part of the Shadow Council. |
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| + | ===Zmodlor's Race=== |
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| + | Cycles of Hatred never specifically states what kind of demon Zmodlor is, but he is briefly described as a huge demon with leathery skin, bat wings, and flaming eyes.<ref>{{ref book |author= DeCandido, Keith R.A. |authorlink= Keith R.A. DeCandido |title= [[Cycle of Hatred]] |isbn= 978-0-7434-7136-7 |pages= 228 |chapter= 24 |quote= Now, seeing the huge, leathery-skinned, bat-winged, flame-eyed Zmodlor standing before her, she realized she should have kept her mouth shut.}}</ref> |
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| + | There are only three types of demons that fit any of the description: [[Nathrezim|Nathrezim (Dreadlord)]], [[Doomguard]], and [[Annihilan|Annihilan (Pit Lord)]]. |
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| + | All three types are known to have bat wings and appear to have leathery skin. All three types could be considered "huge" by a human with Annihilan being the largest by far (Nathrezim are the shortest at over 8 foot tall). However, only Annihilan have been known to have flaming eyes. |
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| + | Considering all of this, Annihilan fits the description best, but the events also take place in a cave on Dreadmist Peak. We do not know how large the cave is supposed to be, but it casts doubt on the idea of fitting a large demon inside the cave. |
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| + | More information on [[demon#Demonic_traits|demonic traits]] is listed on the [[demon]] article. |
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| + | ==References== |
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| + | {{reflist}} |
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| + | [[Category:Lore characters]] |
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| + | [[Category:Demons]] |
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| + | [[Category:Burning Legion]] |
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Revision as of 03:34, 29 October 2010
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| Gender | Male |
| Race | Demon |
| Class | Warlock, Sorcerer |
| Affiliation(s) | Burning Legion |
| Occupation | Intrigant |
| Location | Dreadmist Peak |
| Status | Banished |
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Zmodlor is a minor demon who specializes in infiltration. During the events in Cycle of Hatred he recruits citizens of Orgrimmar and Theramore into the Burning Blade and uses them to raise tensions between the orcs and humans. He was banished thanks to the combined efforts of Aegwynn and Jaina Proudmoore.
History
Zmodlor and Aegwynn
Zmodlor once took over an entire schoolhouse full of children in the village of Jortas. Zmodlor was preparing to perform a ritual that would have poisoned the souls of the children when the Guardian Aegwynn discovered his activities and banished him back to the Twisting Nether.[1]
The Third War
Eight centuries later, Zmodlor was revived by the Burning Legion to supplement their second invasion.[2] He survived the events at Mount Hyjal[3][4] and began instigating war between the orcs in Orgrimmar and the humans in Theramore.
Cycle of Hatred
Zmodlor recruited both orcs and humans who were prejudiced against one another into a new incarnation of the Burning Blade cult. As an incentive, he promised to help his new followers destroy their enemies whether they were humans who hated orcs or vice versa. No one who followed him was aware that he also recruited their enemies. Among the members of Zmodlor's Burning Blade were advisors to both Jaina Proudmoore and Thrall: Kristoff, Jaina's chamberlain, and Burx, one of Thrall's chief warriors.
Zmodlor's plan would have succeeded, but for Jaina and Aegwynn's timely intervention. Meanwhile, Jaina and Aegwynn confronted Zmodlor and several of his worshippers atop Dreadmist Peak. Zmodlor was banished by Aegwynn's spell, cast by Jaina Proudmoore, moments before his plan would have succeeded.
While speaking with Thrall following these events, Jaina states that the Burning Legion would have a hard time rescuing Zmodlor a second time and that because he is a minor demon it would not be worth the effort.[5] For the same reason, Aegwynn did not believe that the Burning Blade's activities were the result of Zmodlor acting on his own. Aegwynn believed that "a plan of this complexity is far beyond him". The identity of Zmodlor's master remained a mystery.[6][7]
Speculation
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Zmodlor's Master
Though it was never hinted beyond Zmodlor's master being smarter, it is reasonable to assume that the Shadow Council in Felwood was ultimately responsible for the plan because the Burning Blade is part of the Shadow Council.
Zmodlor's Race
Cycles of Hatred never specifically states what kind of demon Zmodlor is, but he is briefly described as a huge demon with leathery skin, bat wings, and flaming eyes.[8]
There are only three types of demons that fit any of the description: Nathrezim (Dreadlord), Doomguard, and Annihilan (Pit Lord).
All three types are known to have bat wings and appear to have leathery skin. All three types could be considered "huge" by a human with Annihilan being the largest by far (Nathrezim are the shortest at over 8 foot tall). However, only Annihilan have been known to have flaming eyes.
Considering all of this, Annihilan fits the description best, but the events also take place in a cave on Dreadmist Peak. We do not know how large the cave is supposed to be, but it casts doubt on the idea of fitting a large demon inside the cave.
More information on demonic traits is listed on the demon article.
References
- ^ DeCandido, Keith R.A.. "12", Cycle of Hatred, 135. ISBN 978-0-7434-7136-7. “Zmolder was able to take over an entire schoolhouse and was prepared to use the children of Jortas for a ritual that would have poisoned their souls. It was only purest chance that I detected the foul stench of demon-magic and was able to arrive in time.”
- ^ DeCandido, Keith R.A.. "20", Cycle of Hatred, 208. ISBN 978-0-7434-7136-7. “But when the Burning Legion attacked, they recruited many demons, including ones that had been banished by the Tirisfalen.”
- ^ DeCandido, Keith R.A.. "20", Cycle of Hatred, 208. ISBN 978-0-7434-7136-7. “When the war ended, several stragglers managed to stay in this world even when the legion was driven back.”
- ^ DeCandido, Keith R.A.. "Epilogue", Cycle of Hatred, 238. ISBN 978-0-7434-7136-7. “You yourself said that Zmodlor wasn't the only demon left behind after the Burning Legion was driven back.”
- ^ DeCandido, Keith R.A.. "Epilogue", Cycle of Hatred, 234. ISBN 978-0-7434-7136-7. “Zmodlor and the warlocks who performed his magicks have been banished to the Twisting Nether. Even the Burning Legion would be hard-pressed to liberate them - and so minor a demon would hardly be worth the effort.”
- ^ DeCandido, Keith R.A.. "Epilogue", Cycle of Hatred, 237. ISBN 978-0-7434-7136-7. “Zmodlor was a minor demon. He didn't have the brains to come up with something like this.”
- ^ DeCandido, Keith R.A.. "Epilogue", Cycle of Hatred, 238. ISBN 978-0-7434-7136-7. “A plan of this complexity is far beyond him.”
- ^ DeCandido, Keith R.A.. "24", Cycle of Hatred, 228. ISBN 978-0-7434-7136-7. “Now, seeing the huge, leathery-skinned, bat-winged, flame-eyed Zmodlor standing before her, she realized she should have kept her mouth shut.”