The Lore of Ashenvale | The Chronicles of Azeroth

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

Salutations, Adventurers of Lore! After an intensive journey through the mystical and conflict-ridden history of Ashenvale, I'm proud to present the next passage of Lore! The direction of the narrative, once lost in the woods, has at long last found its way home. The story of Ashenvale raises many questions about territory, survival, and honor. Considering the need of the Warsong Outriders for lumber and the sacredness of the forest to the Night Elves, do you believe the Horde has a rightful claim to Ashenvale's resources, or are they violating the sanctity of the Night Elves' homeland? Share your views on this contentious issue below! Enjoy!

[@timboslice7982]

I am an Alliance player at heart. I just can't switch to the Horde. Its like switching your football team. U just cant do that once you have found your place. But the Horde does have some right to this place. They defended Hyjal against the Burning Legion. And without their assistance, Azeroth would probably not have existed. Its sad to see them destroy the forest. But they have also defended this place from much worse fates. Also they dont only fight Night Elves. They actually do their part on killing off satyrs and whatnot in the area.

[@eduardorabuco6699]

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[@Shervin86]

Blizzard needs to use these contents as official lore narration for the world of warcraft. I literally never clicked on a video this quickly 😅 Thank you Lore Master!

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

Very kind words once again! Hope you enjoyed! Have a wonderful day!

[@shirox11]

My first ever WoW character was a Night elf, Ashenvale will always hold a special place for me.

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

Surrounded by some of the most memorable soundtracks in Teldrassil and Ashenvale as well! Tell me, do you still visit the World of Warcraft these days?

[@Wowmusicable]

Original Ashenvale! Those sweet memories from the summer of 2005 when I leveled my first character here. Late summer nights, playing in my bedroom with the window slightly open, enjoying the game that was everything back then....

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

There's something magical about those early days of adventure, especially when shared with your first character. Do you have a favorite quest or spot in Ashenvale that brings back those summer night feelings?

[@Wowmusicable]

@@TheChroniclesofAzeroth No special spot or quest, just the entire experience.

[@jonmorris1119]

You literally sound 100% exactly like the old zone/race intro explanations that would play after entering the world on a new character. Legit thought that’s what was playing at the beginning of the video. You killed it

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

That's quite the compliment, thank you! To be transparent, it's not my own voice but a custom made AI-generated narration model from ElevenLabs. It's a happy coincidence that it resembles those iconic zone intros voices by Earl Boen - both Blizzard and I aim for that deep, wise tone that immerses you in the lore of Azeroth. Cheers!

[@Lupinemancer87]

As a Night Elf main, I have a special fondness for Ashenvale, and I'd like to see this place become the Night Elves new capital, that, or Mount Hyjal.

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

You would say the Night Elves deserve a break after everything.

[@Lupinemancer87]

@@TheChroniclesofAzeroth They sure do.

[@timboslice7982]

yea. I agree. But theres no chance of that happening. Theres just too many fighting over it.

[@Fiftyshadesofjay1393]

Dude the music legit heals my soul when I went through some traumatic shit in life at the end of the day after work I struggled sleeping in a quiet home and I would afk just talking to randoms in darnassus and ashenvale late at night desperately seeking escape that it provided in the dark hours of the night as corny as it sounds I don’t think I’d of made it on my own if it weren’t for the randoms and afking as a Druid cat in night elf forests

[@MihoyMinoy-si8fb]

@Fiftyshadesofjay1393 Hope all is better for you now bud. I’m about to hop back on WoW for the first time since 2015 and I’m nervous. Lol

[@celestialynx]

No place had as many mysteries as Ashenvale when I first played. Beautiful and yet dangerous - you're supposedly in elven territory, in a place like Teldrassil, and yet it seems completely alien. It's as if something is lurking just as soon as you step off the marked path.

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

Very much so! When travelling through the area, there were so many nooks and crannies to explore, each with their own interesting reason for being there. Such a rich and sometimes dangerous place!

[@Gunshow0]

Still to this day out of any xpac or the original this is my #1 favorite zone. the Ambiance is incredible.

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

It's easy to see why it holds the top spot on your list of favorites. There's something about this zone that stays with you, no matter where your adventures in Azeroth take you.

[@Veraknis]

Never stop making these videos, seriously amazing.

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

Not planning to stop any time soon!

[@Uasaxtele]

Damn!! Whenever a new video comes out from the Loremaster, we literally make popcorn and sit with my wife watching. You should honestly be a reader for audible😊👍

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

That's so heartwarming to hear! Enjoy the stories and see you in our next adventure!

[@h3avenscent]

such a nostalgic zone

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

Enjoy the tales!

[@bvbxiong5791]

i hear that music and i instantly want to roll a NElf. it's not the same when you return at max level. don't know if i'd feel the same about WoW if i'd roll a human or dwarf first. the starting theme music there just doesn't hit the same for me as for the NElfs.

[@sebastianhall4913]

Dear Loremaster, thank you for this wonderful video. As a Night elf main I would normally share some of my many fond memories of this amazing Zone. But yesterday I said farewell to my beloved grandmother at a beautiful funeral and today life feels very empty. I needed some distraction and opened youtube to see this video been released. It was amazing to get lost in Ashenvale for moments, return to this beautiful world and forget the heartaches. So thank you so much for this beautifully crafted video and having a chance to get lost in it for a while was beautiful.

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

Thank you so much for sharing your story! I'm touched to hear that my video could offer you some comfort during this difficult time. Please know that you're not alone, and your grandmother's memory will live on, and I hope you'll continue to find moments of peace and beauty in the world, both in-game and out. Take care, and don't hesitate to reach out if you need support or just a bit of distraction in the future!

[@aster4jaden]

As someone who is geting back into the Night Elf Lore I really enjoyed this.

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

It is always a good time to revisit the lands of the Night Elves! The music alone speaks for itself.

[@damosel]

That was incredible, I have learned so much about the lore from you Loremaster, thank you!

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

I'm very pleased to read you've learned a lot from this passage of lore! It was a special episode for me to bring to life and I'm very happy with the outcome and reception! See you in the next one, Damosel!

[@JohnNugentJr]

Yet another utterly impeccable installment...you never cease to disappoint, Loremaster! I am genuinely elated to know that you took as much time as you personally deemed necessary in order to absolutely perfect this particular latest episode. Please always remain true to yourself by continuing to refuse to permit the tantalizing pressures or expectations of modern-day content creation to spawn any premature, rushed, abbreivated, and/or "forced" uploads-I assure you that your tens of thousands of Lore Seekers, Lore Apprentices, and Lore Keepers shall always thank you dearly for it, no matter how long each video takes to finalize and release! From the very bottom of my extremely nostalgic heart (as well as those of innumerable others across the world), thank you once again for your unequivocal contributions to the preservation of Azeroth's priceless history! Words cannot express how much it would mean to me, and undoubtedly countless others, for you to one day finish creating and uploading similar canonically-accurate videos chronicling all of the remaining zones, cities, dungeons, raids, races, events, and festivals of Vanilla/Classic (hopefully followed by TBC & WotLK) WoW and Azeroth! Best of luck, Loremaster!!!

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words and generous support! It truly warms my heart to know how much you, and so many other Lore Seekers value the dedication put into each episode. Given the amazing opportunity I received early on, this journey has been as much a hobby and a dream come true for me as it has been a way to express my vision of this world and its lore to you. In the early days, everything about content creation was new to me, and indeed, some mistakes slipped through. However, those experiences have been valuable lessons, teaching me how to smooth out the edges and work in a way that's both efficient and detailed. These last few months have been nothing short of amazing, taking us on numerous journeys, deepening our knowledge of Azeroth, and exploring a multitude of topics. Even for this Loremaster, there's always something new to learn. With all my heart, I intend to continue diving into each subject with the same passion as the first, always striving to improve, to make our explorations more immersive, and above all, entertaining and informative. This vast world is dear to me, a second home for many years, as it is to so many of you, and I'm committed to preserving and sharing its rich history. Your patience, understanding, and support make all of this possible. Thank you again for everything, and here's to many more adventures in Azeroth together! Best of luck to us all, and once more, thank you from the bottom of my nostalgic heart.

[@Viper1Zero]

Let’s goooooo!

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

Hey Viper, how've you been! Good to see you again! :)

[@Viper1Zero]

@@TheChroniclesofAzeroth Been good, my friend! Happy to see how much your incredible channel has grown! Loving every lore video, my man.

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

It's been quite the journey! I've been keeping an eye on your channel too - you're doing great yourself there mate, keep it up!

[@Hannah94976]

Love this intro with that beautiful music 😍

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

Classic really had some of the best tunes!

[@patrickstagz4699]

Good job , this is how you do it. Finally some actual talent. This guys headed straight to the top. Everybody else better be taking notes

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

Many thanks, fellow traveller! Much appreciated!

[@Patiofurnitr]

Thanks

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

Once more, my gratitude goed out to you, fellow wanderer!

[@Patiofurnitr]

Keep up the excellent productions Loremaster, we look forward to your stories every month.

[@T.R.75]

tyvm for this. just the opening song takes me back to better times. made a sad person smile today.

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

You are very welcome, dear traveller! Keep your head up, I'm happy it could lighten your day, even if slightly.

[@nymeowi829]

Though I haven't played in years I'm going through all your videos because I still love the lore. Thank you for all the wonderful content!

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

To rekindle your connection to Azeroth through lore, even after years, is a journey I'm honored to share. Each video is a step back into the world we all cherish! Thank you for watching!

[@mpe7722]

Awsome, just awsome. I didn’t know the zone and now I am knowledgeable in its lore and soothed by its atmosphere.

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

You're a real Ashenvale scholar now, spread the word!

[@Azmina_the_warlock]

My favorite zone. I was a Nelf druid in a previous life and Ashenvale has always been special to me.

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

Nice! What was your Night Elven name back then?

[@Azmina_the_warlock]

@@TheChroniclesofAzeroth Rhiannonn, but went by Rhia 😊

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

Ah, Rhiannonn, a name that carries with it the whispers of the forests and the connection to its inhabitants. Truly, a name fitting for one who has walked among the Night Elves!

[@Azmina_the_warlock]

​@@TheChroniclesofAzeroth💜

[@bringschuld77]

the music alone gives me the shivers :3 awsome

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

On par with Teldrassil's soundtrack, this is just otherworldly!

[@martijn7416]

Fantastic

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@BellaRainDrops]

I love your content so much ! i've been waiting for this kind of thing for 16 years lol Keep up the great work

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

I'm very glad and humbled to read this! Thanks for your support!

[@ChairmanMeow1]

These are so well done. Love your voice.

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

Thank you so much! Keep in mind that the narration is done through AI software, and it's not my actual voice. :)

[@asherglory]

I only learned about the monument to Grom recently and thought that was so cool. A rogue named Helenkeller ganked me there.

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

It's always nice to learn something new, even if that means getting killed a few times :)

[@MrRoskar]

your videos are amazing!. Keep it up!

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

Thank you! Will do! Cheers!

[@Alin4everme]

good content, i love it, i always listen it when i am driving, it relax me :D

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

Happy to hear that! Listening to the Lore of Azeroth is a perfect way to get from A to B!

[@joe19dp]

Just amazing man. Would love a scarlet crusade themed video! Edit: wow man, gotta say it again amazing. This must have took you forever to write, really impressive! Don’t stop being awesome 😊

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

Thanks a ton! It means a lot to read your support! The Scarlet Monastery is definitely on the list!

[@VinoJedi]

3 days late in watching this, but this just made my Friday morning!

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

Glad you enjoyed it! See you soon, dear traveller!

[@FrostyMourne92]

I see your video I click. Simple.

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

Much appreciated! Enjoy!

[@Quick-Silver206]

Thank you for the video!!

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

My pleasure! Enjoy!

[@nickpottermusic]

Great video! Was hoping for a final chapter covering the Battle for Ashenvale event/BFD raid, as they feel like the true climax of the zone’s plot line! Any chance you’ll be covering some SoD extensions to areas of the game and events within it?

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

Thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed the video! For now, my focus remains on classic content, but expanding into the SoD extensions and other areas of the game is definitely in the plans! Also note that the Blackfathom Deeps will be adressed in its very own, all incompassing Lore overview :)

[@Sorrow993]

Just to thank you immensly, my dear Loremaster! And then I will watch later after work!

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

No need to thank me at all! It sounds like a perfect way to unwind after work. Enjoy the video! :)

[@timboslice7982]

excellent work at narrating. Theres something really sad and dark about Ashenvale. The night elves have absolutely no chance of saving this place from satyrs/demons, orcs, undead, nagas.

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

Thank you! Indeed, Ashenvale's tale is one of conflict and darkness, with various forces at play. The night elves face daunting challenges with these invaders, all vying for control!

[@hereticalcoffee]

@@TheChroniclesofAzerothI’m interested to know what program you are using to narrate if that is ai, I’ve been looking for a good program or service.

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

Apologies for the delay in my response! The narration in my videos is powered ElevenLabs. It's been an incredibly useful tool in achieving clear and engaging narration. If you have any more questions or need tips on using ElevenLabs, feel free to ask!

[@NedayIsOnline]

Ah I cannot wait to watch this going to sit down with some snacks :)

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

Hope you brought the good snacks! Enjoy!

[@aster4jaden]

I love Ashenvale it reminds me of Teldrassil.

[@katanol]

Great episode ❤!

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

Thanks so much! Enjoy!

[@riku3220]

Thrall: "I communed with the elements that reside here. They said it's cool if we take some of the trees" Night elves: *cope and seethe*

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

Brutal

[@GT-legendary]

yo this channel is lit

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

Thanks for the visit! Enjoy!

[@semma88]

Man the horde should just bugger off and kindly ask for the right to chop some trees. Or.. They have shamans closely aligned to water and earth spirits why cant they grow their own trees? Leave Ashenvale alone!

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

Valid points!

[@kaieckert8084]

i love your content!! your voice is so soothing

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

Thanks so much! For transparency; the voice is made possible through AI software :) Enjoy!

[@skrypthobbies]

Ishnu-dal-dieb!

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

Elune-Adore!

[@FifinatorKlon]

Was this videos text written by ChatGPT?

[@klaggis4823]

Song at 2:50 ?

[@klaggis4823]

@mcdoogle_robotman Aaaaah thanks for that brother

[@ShizukanaEntertainment]

There is no elven music like the one from Jason Hayes.

[@nozari28]

The writting is beautiful, but the narrative doesn't follow a logical progression at times and the voice sounds a bit robotic, or AI. Gives me uncanny vibes :(

[@TheChroniclesofAzeroth]

Hey, and thanks for stopping by and sharing your feedback. The voice is indeed generated using AI. As for the story, I aim to capture the unique atmosphere and overarching theme of each zone. Ashenvale is a bit different, as it serves as the battleground between the night elves and orcs. I hope this helps clarify things, but if it’s not to your cup of tea, that’s totally fine too! Cheers!

[@Suspiciousbench]

AI?

[@gummostump4217]

27:57 Anyone else get japed?

[@blackerpanther3329]

Your prose is way too purple, tone it down a bit.