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All of the latest Mists of Pandaria newsPatch 3.3 PTR: Jaina gets a makeover [Updated]
by Zach Yonzon 
Oct 7th 2009 at 9:10PM
The new face looks to have higher resolution than that of normal human female player characters and could be indicative of the new graphics to come with the Cataclysm (e.g., this matches the higher resolution Worgen and Goblin masks that were unveiled some time ago). This leaves a few more bosses, most notably Thrall -- who's still wearing Level 30 greens -- to get the makeover treatment. We know that Baine Bloodhoof is replacing Cairne, so the latter probably won't be getting a new model. It's interesting to see who else gets a nice makeover. The higher resolution, multi-angled sweet stuff after the jump.
UPDATE: Zarhym says that the update to Jaina comes at a perfect time as she and Sylvanas Windrunner (updated for Wrath of the Lich King) would play key roles in Icecrown. He also reveals that "other heroes" or key figures in Warcraft lore will probably get the same upgraded graphics to give them a more distinctive look.
Patch 3.3 is the last major patch of Wrath of the Lich King. With the new Icecrown Citadel 5-man dungeons and 10/25-man raid arriving soon, patch 3.3 will deal the final blow to the Arthas. WoW.com's Guide to Patch 3.3 will keep you updated with all the latest patch news.
Reader Comments (Page 7 of 7)
RetPallyJil Oct 8th 2009 11:49PM
I think it's a very nice update, and long overdue
We Human women have been waiting for our refinements. Note: I did not say, "improvements" like that "accidental" texture test before Wrath. (Accidental, my plate-armored heinie!)
Gryffindor 2007 Oct 29th 2009 6:49PM
Ok
ONE: this is a model like 5 YEARS later - jaiana isnt some barbie doll, she will get older, FACE IT.
TWO: give the girl a break - she has had alot of stress to deal with since mid-to late BC with all the crap going on between ally and horde STILL being assholes, and she has to suck it up and stay the cozy diplomat who MUST remain nutral, and cant go yelling at thrall for his QQ'ing
THREE: why the HELL does it matter if she wears alot of makeup - jaiana is a girl, and as girls get older they will get facial features they dont like and cover em with makeup - granted the black background brings them out, im sure her scheme will blend well with dalarans bright colors.