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Azeroth is a world whose lengthy and tumultuous history is forged in the fires of unremitting conflict. It has been four years since Chaos reigned over this scarred world and King Arthas of Lordaeron was driven mad by haunting visions of the Frozen Thrown of Icecrown. As was inevitable, history now repeats itself as armies of the Horde and the Alliance prove their mettle on battlegrounds and clash weapons and magic in colossal, organized territorial raids. Your time has come. Choose a side, sharpen your skills, and make your mark on Azeroth history.

World of Warcraft is the first MMOG in the (so far) four part Warcraft series, with previous Warcraft titles being RTS games. Like most MMOs, players may find adventure in fighting various monsters and in performing missions offered by numerous NPCs throughout Azeroth. In World of Warcraft, success in these endeavors yields rewards in the form of currency, items and experience. Players may also take part in PvP battles in the forms of dueling and fights with players of opposing factions. In the early to middle stages of exploration around Azeroth, most monsters and quests can be handled solo. Past that point, however, more and more gameplay will require a good team of players, usually two to five in number. Large-scale raids can require up to 40 players to succeed.

At level 40, players are able to purchase a mount based on their character's race and reputation which can be summoned at will. These are expensive to purchase and train, but add to the player’s status and significantly increase their speed of travel. Unfortunately, players may not engage in combat while on a mount. The level cap in World of Warcraft is 60 for those without the expansions, with rewards for successful raids at this level being in the form of rare loot. With the Wrath of the Lich King expansion, the level cap is now 80.

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The Marksman Hunter Experienced
Guide created on 1/11/10
MMORPG.com resident WoW Reporter James Wood takes this look at the marksman Hunter.

Forge of Souls
Guide created on 1/8/10
MMORPG.com WoW Guide Writer James Wood pens this look at the Forge of Souls dungeon in World of Warcraft's Icecrown Citadel.

Emblem and Dungeon Finder System
General Article created on 1/5/10
MMORPG.com's Garrett Fuller takes a look at two of World of Warcraft's newest systems, discussing both emblems and the dungeon finder system.

Glory of the Hero, Part Four
Guide created on 12/30/09
MMORPG.com World fo Warcraft Correspondent James Wood pens this quickie guide to the achievements from the heroic five man dungeons necessary to snag a Red Proto-Drake mount. He continues his article by looking at: Utgarde Pinnacle, and The Oculus.

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World of Warcraft in China remains hopelessly mired 2/9/10 @ 12:40PM by SgtFrog in General Discussion

WoW is getting OLD very fast 2/9/10 @ 4:30AM by rlyons38 in General Discussion

Warning to WOW Players (Compromised Accounts) 2/9/10 @ 12:04AM by Darkholme in General Discussion

ATTENTION hacked accounts 2/8/10 @ 11:54PM by Chirugai in General Discussion

I just Got hacked? Authenticator Requirement!! 2/8/10 @ 10:12PM by sodade21 in General Discussion

World OF Warcraft (ACCOUNT HACKED AGAIN) 2/8/10 @ 9:50PM by tro44_1 in General Discussion

Bye bye WoW... Good riddance! 2/8/10 @ 8:59PM by Deewe in General Discussion

trying WoW for the first time - need help on class! 2/8/10 @ 7:14PM by nyxium in General Discussion

WoW: There's nothing to do. 2/8/10 @ 6:15AM by camp11111 in General Discussion

Breaking the addiction 2/8/10 @ 1:45AM by virtualfog in Rumor Room

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