Uploaded January 2020 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago

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Welcome back to Lost Codex Legends!

In today’s episode, Jesse explores the story of the once beloved Archbishop of the Alliance, Alonsus Faol! From his vital role in the rise of the Silverhand, to his sacred charge in protecting the true Queen of Lordaeron, Alonsus Faol stands as iconic figure of history and paradigm breaking figure of the Forsaken.

Sources:
Alonsus Faol | wow.gamepedia.com/Alonsus_Faol

Before the Storm, by Christie Golden | wow.gamepedia.com/Before_the_Storm

Short story: Elegy, by Christie Golden | worldofwarcraft.com/en-us/story/short-story/elegy

Arthas: Rise of the Lich King, by Christie Golden | wow.gamepedia.com/Arthas:_Rise_of_the_Lich_King

Tides of Darkness, by Aaron Rosenberg | wow.gamepedia.com/Tides_of_Darkness

Of Blood and Honor, by Chris Metzen | wow.gamepedia.com/Of_Blood_and_Honor

RPG Sourcebook: Shadows & Light, by Tim Campbell et al. | wow.gamepedia.com/Shadows_%26_Light

Special thanks to Shandryn and Laytis for their help with the writing and image gathering for the episode!
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