"Beyond the Dark Portal" series — Beyond the Dark Portal #10. The story of Beyond the Dark Portal, from the internment camps to the end of Draenor. The episodes are listed in order at the end of the post.
Ner'zhul held four of the most powerful objects in Warcraft. Each one had a story and a role in his plan. This episode pauses the action to explain what the Skull of Gul'dan, the Book of Medivh, the Eye of Dalaran and the Jeweled Scepter of Sargeras are, and what they would do together.
The Skull of Gul'dan
The skull of the warlock who corrupted the Horde. Charged with fel magic, it was used to reopen the Dark Portal. After this story, it returns in Warcraft 3, when Illidan absorbs it and takes on a demon form.
Read more: History of Warcraft #5: Illidan Stormrage.
The Book of Medivh
The book with the spells of the last Guardian of Tirisfal, including the ones that opened the Dark Portal. In Warcraft 3, Kel'Thuzad uses the same book to summon Archimonde in Dalaran.
Read more: History of Warcraft #3: A new enemy.
The Eye of Dalaran
A Kirin Tor artifact that focused magical energy. For Ner'zhul, it was the power source needed to keep the portals open.
The Jeweled Scepter of Sargeras
The Jeweled Scepter of Sargeras is an artifact kept in the Tomb of Sargeras, tied to the power of the fallen titan. Together with the others, it would help tear the fabric between worlds.
The Spell of Conjuration
Together, the artifacts would let Ner'zhul cast the Spell of Conjuration and open portals from Draenor to other worlds. But the spell had a price Ner'zhul did not foresee: the energy it released could destroy the planet itself.
What this changes in the story
The artifacts of Beyond the Dark Portal show up again and again in the lore, which shows how connected the story of Warcraft is. Almost every great villain of the wars that follow uses at least one of them.
The Skull of Gul'dan transforms Illidan. The Book of Medivh brings Archimonde. The Scepter of Sargeras comes back as part of the story of the Tomb of Sargeras. And the portal magic Ner'zhul tried to use is the same that later creates the portals of Outland for the Legion.
Understanding these four objects is a quick way to understand why Warcraft talks so much about artifacts and about who carries them.
Episode timeline
- The Skull of Gul'dan reopens the Dark Portal.
- The Book of Medivh is stolen on Azeroth.
- The Scepter of Sargeras is taken from the tomb.
- The Eye of Dalaran is seized from the Kirin Tor.
- Ner'zhul gathers everything for the Spell of Conjuration.
Who's who in this episode
| Name | Who they are | |------|--------| | Skull of Gul'dan | The warlock's skull, used to reopen the Portal. | | Book of Medivh | The spellbook of the last Guardian. | | Eye of Dalaran | The Kirin Tor's energy artifact. | | Jeweled Scepter of Sargeras | The artifact from the Tomb of Sargeras. | | Spell of Conjuration | The spell that would open portals to other worlds. |
Where to see it in WotLK
- Felwood: where Illidan finds the Skull of Gul'dan in Warcraft 3.
- Karazhan: the tower where Medivh wrote the book.
- Dalaran: the city of the Kirin Tor, owner of the Eye.
Frequently asked questions
What are the artifacts of Beyond the Dark Portal?
The Skull of Gul'dan, the Book of Medivh, the Eye of Dalaran and the Jeweled Scepter of Sargeras.
What were the artifacts for?
For Ner'zhul to cast the Spell of Conjuration and open portals to other worlds.
Does the Book of Medivh show up again?
Yes. In Warcraft 3, Kel'Thuzad uses it to summon Archimonde.
"Beyond the Dark Portal" series
← Previous: Beyond the Dark Portal #9: Assault on Dalaran Next → Beyond the Dark Portal #11: The Son of Lothar
- Beyond the Dark Portal #1: Prologue
- Beyond the Dark Portal #2: The scars of war
- Beyond the Dark Portal #3: New plans
- Beyond the Dark Portal #4: A new Horde
- Beyond the Dark Portal #5: The Sons of Lothar
- Beyond the Dark Portal #6: Look who's back!
- Beyond the Dark Portal #7: A new ally
- Beyond the Dark Portal #8: The Horde's mission
- Beyond the Dark Portal #9: Assault on Dalaran
- Beyond the Dark Portal #10: The artifacts (you are here)
- Beyond the Dark Portal #11: The Son of Lothar
- Beyond the Dark Portal #12: For the Alliance!
- Beyond the Dark Portal #13: Obey or die!
- Beyond the Dark Portal #14: Honor Hold
- Beyond the Dark Portal #15: The Chieftain's plan
- Beyond the Dark Portal #16: The Citadel must fall
- Beyond the Dark Portal #17: The last chance
- Beyond the Dark Portal #18: An unexpected ally
- Beyond the Dark Portal #19: The fall of a Legend
- Beyond the Dark Portal #20: A dangerous ally
- Beyond the Dark Portal #21: The Great Black Dragon
- Beyond the Dark Portal #22: The portals
- Beyond the Dark Portal #23: The end of Draenor
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