Why does Anduin blame Wrathion?

Why Does Anduin Blame Wrathion? Uncovering the Truth Behind a Complex Character

In World of Warcraft, Anduin Wrynn, the High King of Stormwind, is known for his unwavering dedication to justice and his unshakable commitment to stopping the evil forces that seek to destroy Azeroth. However, in his quest for justice, he has come to blame several characters for the events that have unfolded in the Shadows of Argus and throughout the World of Warcraft, including Wrathion. But why did Anduin blame Wrathion? Let’s dive deep into the story to discover the reasons behind this choice.

The Events of Warlords of Draenor

The story begins when Garrosh Hellscream, former Warchief of the Horde, is captured in Pandaria and put on trial for his crimes against the Horde and the civilians of Pandaria. This event sets off a series of events that ultimately culminate in the invasion of Azeroth by Gul’dan’s forces and the Burning Legion’s return to Azeroth through the Dark Portal. But, Wrathion, once a key figure in aiding the heroes of Azeroth, has a conflicting role in these events that leads to Anduin blaming him.

Wrathion’s Role in Blowing Up the Timeline

Wrathion, born from the eggs of Mannoroth, was corrupted by the power of Kil’jaeden and sent to aid the heroes in their battle against the Scourge. However, his plan to free Kil’jaeden and turn him against the Burning Legion ultimately leads to the rise of Garroth Hellscream. Wrathion’s actions essentially set in motion the event that would lead to Varian Wrynn, Anduin’s father and the High King of Stormwind, being killed at the Broken Shore, which was a pivotal plot point in the Shadows of Argus, the next expansion.

Here’s a breakdown of the key events:

• Wrathion frees Garroth Hellscream in Pandaria.
• With Garroth’s blessing, Gul’dan performs a ritual to summon demons from the Twisting Nether, creating the Horde’s invasion force.
• The invasion of Azeroth leads to the death of Varian Wrynn at the Broken Shore.
• Anduin, grieving the loss of his father, blames Wrathion for the events that led to his death.

Garroth’s Trial, Wrathion’s Motive, and the Conundrum

Garrosh’s trial was a complicated event, as Wrathion claimed that his intention was not to aid the Burning Legion but to stop Kil’jaeden, who controlled the demonic forces. By freeing Garrosh and allowing him to become Hellscream, Wrathion allegedly hoped to prevent Kil’jaeden’s return but ultimately inadvertently led to an even greater catastrophe.

When Anduin learned of Garrosh’s trial outcome, he became enraged as he saw Wrathion, who he believed had made a mistake that led directly to his father’s murder. Anduin did not know about Wrathion’s motivations or the complications surrounding Garrosh. The High King interpreted Wrathion’s actions in a vacuum, believing his actions to be a blatant betrayal, which led Anduin to blame Wrathion for the whole ordeal.

The Debate: Wrathion’s Defense

Wrathion’s side of the coin claims that his intended goal was to stop Kil’jaeden, a being who embodied the destruction of Azeroth, and that Gul’dan’s actions should not have been unforeseeable. Wrathion points out that Garrosh, the Warchief, was already powerful and had his motivations, so Wrathion wasn’t the one who introduced the Horde to the Warlords of Draenor to begin with.

Motivations and Consequence

When looking at the complexities of the story, and the fact that Wrathion’s motivations were not truly understood at the time, questions arise:

• Was the outcome a direct result of Wrathion’s actions alone?
• Were there unaccounted factors that Wrathion could not have influenced?
• Was Anduin’s understanding of the world accurate at the time?