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For Azeroth!: A World of Warcraft Podcast
Hosted by Lex_Rants, Sean, and Tru Villain Manny · EN
A podcast featuring the news, lore, resources, and community feedback about Blizzard's premier World of Warcraft MMORPG. Go beyond the headlines and weekly events with Lex, Manny, and Sean!
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#395 - For Azeroth!: FAZ Dev Revealed?
1w ago00:53:24Tap to summarizeThis week the gang talks lore clarifications, 12.1 dungeon tuning and they discover the identity of FAZ Dev - or did they?NewsThe Truth is out There!Senior Quest Designer, Keith Riley went to X to clarify some misconceptions about last week’s Lore debate. The cinematic at the heart of the controversy depicts the in-game Haranir perspective. The thread goes on to point out that the visions of the Haranir paints can have gaps, and/or inaccuracies. Keith concludes that a definitive account was not presented.Linkshttps://x.com/Boogily_Woogily/status/2076007096341192929Season 2 Dungeon Testing ContinuesBlizzard has taken a look at the feedback provided over the first 2 weeks of dungeon testing and made many of the adjustments players were asking for including increased difficulty on bosses like Mchimba and The Golden Serpent in Kings Rest. As well they continue to tweak the final boss in Sethraliss to make it more engaging and require a higher level of group coordination. All dungeons are available for mythic+ testing this week.LinksFeedback: Midnight Season 2 Dungeon Test July 14th - July 20thiTunes // Bonus Roll Production Directory ThanksSpecial thanks to Rak and all our patrons. FAZ will always be free, but if you enjoy the content we produce, consider pledging to our Patreon at Patreon.com/FAZSubscribe to For Azeroth! PCGamesNLauren Bergin of PCGamesN sat down with Game Director, Ion Hazzikostas to check in on the state of WoW.Ion reiterates that the story of modern WoW is broadening what is on offer for different audiences.The team was fixing bugs too close to release without reviewing to see if there were knock-on effects of the last minute pokes at the code. Fixing an elevator bug in SoO caused a major issue in housing.The Team prioritizes issues based on a number of factors including the severity of the issue, the number of people affected, and balances that against the efforts required to address that issue vs others. They gave an example of “ghost-town” Silvermoon.Ion spoke on loud voices in the community not understanding who content is directed to and dismissing the content outright.As the team iterates on WoW, they are worried about being too formulaic.12.1 might at first seem like a side story but Ion reassures that it ties into the overarching plot of the World Soul Saga.LinksIon Hazzikostas on Midnight, addons, housing, and the state of World of Warcraft in 2026OutroBe part of the conversation and join us on Discord bit.ly/fazdiscordThank you so much for supporting the show!
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#394 - For Azeroth!: “XBOX Turmoil"
2w ago01:01:22Tap to summarizeMicrosoft cuts 20% of it's workforce harming many of the very employees it had brought under its control. Lex and Manny discuss the immediate fallout and what it could mean for the future of Blizzard and Warcraft.
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#393 - For Azeroth!: “Sorry to Burst Your Damage"
3w ago00:51:15Tap to summarizeLex discovers new abilities due to her upcoming tier set and the fate of Sean's mage alt hangs in the balance.
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Sitting Down with the Lady of Lore
4w ago00:59:05Tap to summarizeAliandras returns to talk about the Lore of Midnight with Manny. How has the story been so far, what is next, and where does it all lead?
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#391 - For Azeroth!: “The Curse of Bonus Rolls"
4w ago01:16:34Tap to summarize12.1 has been announced and Sean is overjoyed. The devs are seemingly answering prayers with the features coming in the Curse of Ula'tek patch!
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Late CE Raiding with Casey
Jun 2300:44:53Tap to summarizeIn this special bonus episode, Sean sits down with Race to World Last Raid Leader, Casey to talk about the challenges of running a late CE guild.
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#391 - For Azeroth!: “Heroic World Quest Simulator"
Jun 1901:10:41Tap to summarizeSean and Manny discuss the launch of patch 12.0.7 Revelations, the impact of a seemingly new mythic loot lockout, and the traders post's role as a solution to the regional mount chase.
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Talking with the Fazzers: The Many Mounts of Multiowl
Jun 1500:35:39Tap to summarizeMount collecting has been a passion of many players. Multiowl talks about her journeys in mount hunting along with Manny in the Patron Special.
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#390 - For Azeroth!: “Post Honeymoon Pre-Patch"
Jun 1101:13:27Tap to summarizeA Decor Duel Toy unlocks powerful strategies in M+, Curseforge wants to reward new add-ons with cash prizes, and those seeking the challenge of Heroic World Tier content have one less obstacle in their way.
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#389 - For Azeroth!: “Transmog Triumphs"
Jun 401:08:17Tap to summarize12.0.7 has an official release date. Lex and Sean discuss the staggered release schedule, the latest in add-on power clawing back functionality, and at some point Manny makes an appearance.
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