Day 6

I woke up quite early this morning, the sun was shining on the tent and made it unbearably hot... I ate a quite large breakfast, talked to some people, and even had time to wash some of my clothes in a bucket of water. Then I continued my journey, first I was going to dig up some old memories... I am talking about Acherus of course, which was my home a long time ago. I rarely return there anymore, but it was refreshing to enter the grounds of Light's Hope Chapel and once more see it just floating there in the sky... Oh well, I didn't stay too long, it just messes up my head otherwise.

After this I followed the road for a while, and then I climbed the hills until I found a good spot overlooking Plaguewood. This is a place heavily affected by the blight, and before Naxxramas was moved to Northrend, it used to be here.

I followed the mountains for a bit and got to Thondroril River, which is the border between Eastern and Western Plaguelands. It started raining, but I continued along the river to the north. I found this abandoned house at the opening of a tunnel. I didn't really have time to search the place more thoroughly, but I think that tunnel leads through the mountains and back into Plaguewood.

I turned back and started looking for the bridge so that I could cross the river. When I finally got there, I met this nice worgen lady named Fiona. She is a traveling merchant, and she sold me some homemade cherry pie and just chatted about a lot of things. I thought she was really cool, so I asked if I could take a photo with her..!

It was starting to get really late, so I crossed the bridge into the Western Plaguelands. It is a lot greener here than on the Eastern side, the blight has not affected this place that much. I even heard there are still some farms up and running here.

I made my way into Hearthglen, where I was going to find a place to sleep. This is a very old town, and it has survived a lot, most recently the Scarlet Crusade(yuk!). Nowadays it is however controlled by the Argent Crusade, and Tirion Fordring resides here in Mardenholde Keep. There is even a big statue of him in the middle of the town.

I was getting really tired after this long day, so I tried to find an inn. Unfortunately I couldn't find one, but I talked to this nice family who owned a house in the town, and I was allowed to spend the night in their guest bed. So now I have just eaten almost a whole cherry pie on my own, and I'm just going to get some sleep. See you tomorrow!

Day 5

This day started off as usual, I had a quick breakfast and then I headed out to continue my journey. There were still some places to visit in the Ghostlands, and first of all I visited Zul'Aman. For those of you who don't know about this place, it's what is left of the once great Amani Empire. Amani trolls live here, and they are very hostile towards practically anyone, so I didn't go very close. But it's an impressive place, don't you think?

After this I wandered through the forest, and reached the Dead Scar again. It actually begins right here in the Ghostlands, in a place called Deatholme, which is the headquarters for the Scourge in Quel'Thalas. Dar'Khan Drathir also resides here, the traitor who allowed Arthas into Quel'Thalas... Obviously I couldn't go inside, but I got a pic of the majestic main gate.

After my little sightseeing I continued on through the Thalassian Pass, a narrow road through the mountains that connects the Ghostlands with Eastern Plaguelands. A huge elven gate marked the border.

Later in the evening I got to Northpass tower, where I was going to spend the night. This used to be a ruined tower, but after the Cataclysm hit, the Argent Crusade took control over it and repaired it. Looks much better now than before!

I went to the top of the tower, and it's a pretty amazing view from up there. As you all know, Eastern Plaguelands is crawling with Scourge forces. This used to be peaceful farmland long ago, hard to believe that now...

There isn't really a inn in this tower, but one of the knights offered me a spot in one of the tents outside. There was also a food merchant right next to my tent, so I didn't have to go to sleep on an empty stomach..! Now I think I'm going to lay down and read the final chapters of my book. Tomorrow I'll have a closer look at Eastern Plaguelands, and I suspect it won't be very pretty... Good night!

Day 4

So today I was really lazy, and got out of bed quite late. I ate some fruit for breakfast and packed my bag. I set out for the bridge that connects Eversong Woods and the Ghostlands, but before that I made a quick stop at a huge runestone. This one is named Runestone Shan'dor, and it is one of the few remaining runestones that protect Eversong Woods with their magic. Runewarden Deryan is the one who maintains these stones nowadays. Being a death knight and all, runes are kind of my thing, so that's probably why I wanted to stop by.

I continued my journey, and when I got to the bridge, I met this apothecary lady who lived right there in a small house. She seemed to be busy with other heroes who passed by and wanted to help her, but she still agreed to take a picture of me in front of the bridge.

So, I crossed the bridge and arrived in the Ghostlands. It's pretty dark and gloomy here, but that doesn't bother me much, maybe because I am an undead..? I also think the forest looks kind of cool with all these glowing mushrooms all over the place. There are also a lot of bats and spiders here.

I even had time to take a selfie with a spiderbro, haha!

It was almost evening, so I continued towards Tranquillien, where I would spend the night. I feel quite at home here, since there are a lot of undead living in the town. They have formed a faction with the local blood elves, and together try to drive out the remaining Scourge forces from the Ghostlands. I hope they will succeed in that some day.

I went into the inn, which was quite crowded. Unfortunately it was not in the best of conditions, but I can understand that with the ongoing fights just outside town. The innkeeper was kind, and he told me to go upstairs for the night if I wanted some peace, since there was a lot more space and less people. There were no beds, unfortunately, but luckily I have got my awesome lounge cushion. I bought some supplies for the night, moonberry juice and some Tel'Abim bananas. A woman standing outside by the road sold me some freshly baked bread as well.

Now I think I'm going to get some sleep, got to read some more of my book first. Tomorrow I will be heading for the Eastern Plaguelands. It's going to be exciting! Cya!

Day 3

Today I woke up early, and felt amazingly refreshed after the night in the inn. I packed my stuff and took a tour in the city. There were a lot of small shops everywhere, and I wanted to buy like, everything, but I know I'm on a strict budget. I went into this clothing shop though and got myself a new shirt! It was not expensive, sadly they seemed to have only a few colors to choose from. I took a blue one of course, that's one of my favorite colors.

Next I went to have a look at the royal palace, Sunfury Spire. There was a huge fountain out front, and everything looked so expensive. I would really have wanted to get a pic of Lor'themar Theron, but it was forbidden to take photographs inside the building. So, instead I took a picture of myself!

After some more wandering around I got a bit tired and sat down on a bench in this cute little area with plants and rabbits. I also had a little snack, because there was still a lot more to explore in the afternoon. I thought I had seen most of the city, so after my little break I decided to head for the main gates.

The first thing you might notice when you get outside the gates is of course the Dead Scar, that stretches trough all of Quel'Thalas. I have heard about this before; Arthas and the Scourge marched through here, killing everyone in sight and leaving the ground all dead like this... They wanted to reach the Sunwell, which is located on the Isle of Quel'Danas, where I was yesterday. It's pretty sad that it still remains here, and ruins such a beautiful landscape.

Anyway, after this I went into the other half of Silvermoon, which is located on the other side of this massive scar. Most of this part is inhabited by vile creatures, but there is a small area, Falconwing Square, that is safe to visit.

It was starting to get pretty late in the afternoon, so I headed into the forest. I had heard about a place called Fairbreeze Village, where I thought I'd spend the night. I wandered around and snapped some beautiful pictures..!

It was getting a bit late when I arrived in Fairbreeze Village, and I headed straight for the inn. The innkeeper seemed like a very nice woman, and I was very surprised at how little she charged for one night, considering how nice and neat everything looks here. I can really recommend this place.

For dinner I had some wild hog shank and moist cornbread. Now I'll probably go right to sleep, it has been such a long day, I'm exhausted! Tomorrow I'll start making my way to the Ghostlands. I'll enjoy this last night in a comfy bed, I suspect next night won't be as luxurious... Well, here is a picture of my room, and I'll see you tomorrow..!