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[. . . ] Battle. net is a trademark and Blizzard Entertainment and Warcraft are trademarks or registered trademarks of Davidson and Associates, Inc. All other trademarks and trade names are the properties of their respective owners. Uses Bink Video Technology. Copyright © 1997-1999 by RAD Game Tools, Inc. Copyright © 1994-1999 by RAD Game Tools, Inc. [. . . ] Even I cannot say whether or not the power of Sargeras remains entombed there. The promise of incredible power tapped from a true monarch of the underworld was enough to make the insatiable Gul'dan agree to do Medivh's bidding. Medivh agreed to furnish the location of the Tomb of Sargeras to Gul'dan as well as an entire world to conquer. In exchange for this gift, Medivh required the total destruction of the only force he believed capable of contending his ascendancy to power - the great Kingdom of Azeroth. Thus, in the year 583, the first of Medivh's unnatural Portals was opened between the world of Azeroth and the red world of the Orcs. Although the time of my passing had drawn near, I traveled to Medivh's mystic tower to reason with him and attempt to dissuade him from a path that would surely lead to his own destruction. The power that was once of Tirisfal had become so twisted inside him that my pleas seemed as nothing. I fought with what energy remained in my weakened body, but having given all of my powers to him so long ago, I was easily defeated and banished from his sight. The arrival of Gul'dan and the Horde War Chief Blackhand heralded a war that tore the realm of Azeroth asunder for nearly five years. The once rich lands of the kingdom were razed and 36 Warcraft II: Battle. net Edition left fallow by the merciless Orc armies. And yet, for all of his craft and guile, Medivh did not survive to see his plans come to fruition. Thus, united in arms against a common foe, the Alliance stands upon the shores of destiny and awaits the coming of the Tides of Darkness. 38 Warcraft II: Battle. net Edition Nations of the Alliance Azeroth Leader: Regent Lord Anduin Lothar Nation Color: Blue Background: Before the coming of the Age of Chaos when the Portal was first opened, the kingdom of Azeroth was the mightiest of all Human nations. Ruled by the wise and just King Llane, Azeroth stood as a beacon of light and truth throughout the known world. After the First War, Azeroth and all of its lands were devastated by the Horde. With King Llane dead, Sir Lothar took charge of the shattered armies of Azeroth and led the survivors across the Great Sea to the shores of Lordaeron. King Terenas, ruler of Lordaeron, agreed to support the landless Azerothiens. The people of Azeroth settled near the Southshore region of Lordaeron, pledging their loyalty to the Alliance. Battle-hardened and brave, the last of the once great armies of Azeroth now seek retribution for the loss of their homeland. Lordaeron Leader: King Terenas Nation Color: White Background: Ruled by the benevolent King Terenas, the nation of Lordaeron stands as the last bastion of hope for humanity. The armies of Lordaeron were the first to heed the call to arms issued by Sir Lothar and the people of Azeroth. As patron of the Alliance, King Terenas has assumed the heavy mantle of leadership to protect all who abide in his domain. The armies of Lordaeron are deeply religious and are driven by the belief that humanity must stand steadfast against the blasphemous onslaught of the Horde. Blizzard Entertainment 39 Stromgarde Leader: Thoras Trollbane Nation Color: Red Background: The kingdom of Stromgarde retains a strict martial philosophy which makes it a highly regarded addition to the Alliance. Situated amongst the foothills of the Alterac Mountains, Stromgarde serves as a sentinel against any invasion across the Orc-controlled borders of Khaz Modan. [. . . ] Feeling a kinship to thievery and assassination, the warriors of the Laughing Skull are distrusted by many of their fellow Orcs. Although the loyalty of those in the Laughing Skull are questionable, the skill and audacity of their minions are unequaled. Bonechewer Clan Leader: Tagar Spinebreaker Color: Green The ravaging, cannibalistic warriors of the Bonechewer clan are well respected by the rest of the Horde. Ornamenting themselves with the broken bones and ruined organs of their enemies, the Bonechewers inspire fear and terror in all who behold them in battle. 90 Blizzard Entertainment 91 Warcraft II: Battle. net Edition Credits Executive Producer Mike Morhaime Producer Bill Roper Lead Programmer Brian Fitzgerald Programming Dave Lawrence, Tony Tribelli, John Stiles Battle. net Programming Pat Wyatt Artwork Peter Underwood, Samwise Didier Audio Production & Sound Design Tracy Bush, Glenn Stafford Level Editing Scott Mercer, Dave Hale Level Design Eric Dodds, Joe Frayne, Dave Fried, Carlos Guerrero, Jason Hutchins, John Lagrave, Matt Morris, Mike Murphy, Derek Simmons, Ian Welke PUD Strike Team Rob Pardo, Scott Mercer, Geoff Fraizer , Dave Hale, Matt Morris, Derek Simmons, Bill Roper Cinematic Technical Artist Joeyray Hall Manual Update & Layout Peter Underwood Quality Assurance Manager Chris Sigaty Assistant QA Managers Ian Welke, John Lagrave QA Project Lead Derek Simmons Assistant Lead/ Macintosh Lead Joe Frayne QA Team Leads Dave Fried (Macintosh), Roger Eberhart (Campaigns), Matt Morris (Battle. net Edition . PUDs) QA Analysts Brian "Doc" Love, Jason Hutchins, Mike Murphy, Mark Moser, Justin Parker, Toshiaki Yamazaki, Carlos Guerrero, Christian Arretche Additional Testers Yong Kim, Erik Larsen, Ryan Creasey, Ed Kang, Stephen Wong, Bo Bell, Les Douglas Hardware Specialists Vic Larson, Mike Hale, Brandon Riseling Additional Testing Yong Kim, Erik Larsen, Stephen Wong, Ryan Creasey, Ed Kang, Bo Bell, Les Douglas Director of Support Services Robert Bridenbecker Assistant Technical Support Managers Twain Martin, John Schwartz Technical Support Michael Barken, Thor Biafore, Daniel Choe, John Hsieh, Kevin Jordan, Jason Schmit Online Support Mark Downie, Alen Lapidis, Pat Nagle, David Nguyen, Collin Smith, Mick Yanko Director of Operations Isaac Matarasso Information Systems Adrian Luff, Kirk Mahony, Hung Nguyen Windows 95/98/NT Dunsel Compatibility Alan Dabiri Public Relations Susan Wooley, Tony Gervase Business Development Paul W. Sams, Melissa Edwards Legal Counsel Paula V. [. . . ]