More Cataclysm precursors found in Patch 3.3.3 PTR files
by Daniel Whitcomb 
Feb 20th 2010 at 4:00AM
While we haven't heard much new Cataclysm news lately, the Patch 3.3.3 PTR files have provided some pretty tantalizing hints as to what may be to come, including some new models associated with the Twilight's Hammer cult.
First off, we have a series of portals. These portals are topped by a crystal that looks very similar to the wind stones of Silithus, and in fact, each portal and crystal seems specifically marked to summon a specific element. There's also a bloodstained sacrificial altar and a couple of banners, all of these have a very specific dragon-like motif.
First off, we have a series of portals. These portals are topped by a crystal that looks very similar to the wind stones of Silithus, and in fact, each portal and crystal seems specifically marked to summon a specific element. There's also a bloodstained sacrificial altar and a couple of banners, all of these have a very specific dragon-like motif.
The Twilight's Hammer has already been confirmed to be working with Deathwing in Cataclysm, and since they're an elemental doomsday cult dedicated to bringing about the return of the Old Gods, busting Deathwing out of prison is right up their alley. We should probably expect to see these models in game relatively soon, and probably as part of a plot by the Twilight's Hammer to summon Deathwing back into the world -- a plot which will, of course, eventually succeed.
Stayed tuned for more coverage of Patch 3.3.3 and the Cataclysm opening event as it develops!
Filed under: Analysis / Opinion, News items, Rumors
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 2)
Marzz Feb 20th 2010 4:18AM
Don't think this should be behind spoiler gates? If I cared, i'd be a little spoiled here.
Super Guest Man 9000 Feb 20th 2010 4:21AM
SPOILER!!!!
Deathwing is in Cataclysm!!!!!
Happy?
Marzz Feb 20th 2010 4:27AM
No, I know all about that. I'm just saying that there are a bunch of people that like to go into a content patch or expansion knowing as little as possible.
Aureliusz Feb 20th 2010 6:42AM
I believe "more cataclysm precursors" should be enough warning.
sccorp.sc Feb 20th 2010 2:19PM
A dragon in Cataclysm?! Deathwing?! Holy CRAP! I NEVER would have guessed?
;D
Micanos Feb 20th 2010 4:20AM
Sweet news. Can't wait for Cata.
Kudos for Whitcomb.
4:00 A.M. post? you're dedicted.
ToyChristopher Feb 20th 2010 4:21AM
Wow did you just beat mmo-champion at datamining? I'm really surprised.
Deathgodryuk Feb 20th 2010 5:14AM
Even Boubouille has to sleep sometimes
Boubouille Feb 20th 2010 6:27AM
Haha. It just didn't make sense to post them right now, you'll see what I mean later. My goal isn't to always be first. A few things deserve their own articles. ^^
On a sidenote, the effect is missing on the 4th screenshot, there is one object for each element : http://static.mmo-champion.com/mmoc/images/news/2010/february/TwilightsHammer_MagicalDevice_04.jpg
jmarovi Feb 20th 2010 4:19PM
Hi Boubouille! Fancy seeing you here.
Slyght Feb 22nd 2010 2:29AM
Boub, I'm looking forward to your article about all the Twilight Hammer stuff uncovered. I found all the new quests on your database, can't wait for this stuff to eventually hit the servers (I'm guessing not in 3.3.3 though)
Sky Shark X2 Feb 20th 2010 4:25AM
Wow....definitly interesting find, I too am suprised you guys beat MMO-champion in the data mining, grats.
Gerik Feb 20th 2010 5:27AM
Let's throw around the word "spoiler" until it doesn't mean anything anymore.
Gerik Feb 20th 2010 5:29AM
and the horrible comment system beat me again. gg
Marky Feb 20th 2010 5:39AM
Hmmmm... Blizzard updates Anduin Wrynn's model to look less like a child, and there's the introduction of a bloodstained altar... Do it, Twilight's Hammer.
Possum Feb 20th 2010 7:26AM
Cost of death cult banners: 120 gold pieces
Cost of sacrificial dagger: 10 gold pieces
Cost of bloodstained sacrificial altar: 1200 gold pieces
Look on Varian Wrynns' face: priceless
Deathknighty Feb 20th 2010 9:14AM
No, we can't kill Anduin, he's so nice, polite and unlike his father! ;(
tehhairbuns Feb 20th 2010 3:34PM
But look... at those eyes.
Dear god.
Possum Feb 20th 2010 6:20PM
Sure we can kill him. His daddy will find a way to blame it on the horde somehow (one of the cult's members is found to be wearing Thrall underpants) and the horde and alliance go to war! Perfect!
MightyBurebista Feb 20th 2010 8:04PM
Hmph. A far better target would be the Orc kid from the Darkmoon Faire who never stops running. At least that way, I can get my frog.