To ask why we fight is to ask why leaves fall - it is in their nature. Perhaps there is a better question: Why do we fight? To protect home and family, to preserve balance and bring harmony. For my kind the true question is: What is worth fighting for?
World of Warcraft, Mists of PandariaIt was power I sought... but not to conquer or rule. It was a means to an end, to save Azeroth from an unstoppable foe.
Illidan Stormrage in World of Warcraft, LegionPain. Agony. My hatred burns through the cavernous deeps. The world heaves with my torment. Its wretched kingdoms quake beneath my rage. But at last the whole of Azeroth will break and all will burn beneath the shadow of my wings!
Deathwing in World of Warcraft, CataclysmTell them only that the Lich King is dead and that Bolvar Fordragon, died with him! Now go - leave this place and never return!
Bolvar Fordragon in World of Warcraft, Wrath of the Lich KingThe world of the living can no longer comfort me. Place the crown upon my head, Tirion! Forever more, I will be the jailer of the damned.
Bolvar Fordragon in World of Warcraft, Wrath of the Lich KingWithout its masters command the restless Scourge will become an even greater threat to this world. Control must be maintained. There must always be a Lich King.
Terenas Menethil in World of Warcraft, Wrath of the Lich KingCome in all your power and glory! For in the final hour, all must serve the one true king.
Arthas Menethil in World of Warcraft, Wrath of the Lich KingFour years have passed since the mortal races banded together and stood united against the might of the Burning Legion. Though Azeroth was saved, the tenuous pact between the Horde and the Alliance has all but evaporated. The drums of war thunder once again.
World of WarcraftThrall: "I left that life behind. I'm no one's savior. I will not lead the Horde."
Varok: "I didn't ask. But I hoped you would at least fight for it."
Zekhan: "This be my first battle. What should I do?"
Varok: "Don't die."
Zekhan: "Yes, of course, but... if I do fall, may it be with honor."
Varok: "There will be no glory today. Only pain."
I do not rely on strength alone, Garrosh, my power is all around you.
Thrall in World of Warcraft, Warlords of DraenorVarok: "We could not fill the chasm between the Horde and Alliance if we labored a thousand years. You know this."
Anduin: "Then what are we fighting for?"
Vol'jin: "Death will claim me soon."
Sylvanas: "In the end, death claims us all. But the Horde will live on."
All who challenge me will burn in the fires of my hatred!
Garrosh Hellscream in World of Warcraft, Mists of PandariaI have never trusted you, Sylvanas. Nor would I have ever imagined in our darkest time that you would be da one to save us. Da spirits have granted me clarity, a vision, dey whisper a name. Many will not undastand. But you must step out of da shadows and lead. You must be Warchief.
Vol'jin in World of Warcraft, LegionI am willing to end this bloodshed. But know this, if your Horde fails to uphold honor, as Garrosh did, we will end you!
Varian Wrynn in World of Warcraft, Mists of PandariaMy son, a terrible darkness has returned to our world. As before, it seeks to annihilate everything that we hold dear. I go to face it, knowing I may not return. All my life I have lived by the sword. I've seen kingdoms burn, and watched brave heroes die in vain. It's been difficult for me to trust after losing so much. But from you I have learned patience, tolerance, and faith. Anduin, I now believe as you do, that peace is the noblest aspiration. But to preserve it, you must be willing to fight!
Varian Wrynn in World of Warcraft, LegionYou will be remembered as the king who sacrificed his life for nothing.
Gul'dan in World of Warcraft, LegionOnce before, you and I stood side by side on the slopes of Mount Hyjal. That World Tree did not fall because the Horde and the Alliance worked together.
Jaina Proudmoore in World of Warcraft, Battle for AzerothMy son, the day you were born, the very forests of Lordaeron whispered the name... Arthas. My child, I watched with pride as you grew into a weapon of righteousness. Remember, our line has always ruled with wisdom and strength, and I know you will show restraint when exercising your great power. But the truest victory, my son, is stirring the hearts of your people. I tell you this, for when my days have come to an end, you shall be King.
Terenas Menethil in World of Warcraft, Wrath of the Lich KingThe Horde needs its true Warchief now, more than ever.
Vol'jin in World of Warcraft, Mists of PandariaTerenas: "No king rules forever, my son."
Arthas: "I see... only darkness before me."
We wage war while the Earth Mother dies. We have forgotten what truly matters, and my heart can bear it no longer.
Baine Bloodhoof in World of Warcraft, Battle for AzerothNo one, not even a king, is more important than the Alliance.
Anduin Wrynn in World of Warcraft, LegionWe bled. Now, we heal. We mourned. Now, we celebrate. For the Horde!
Baine Bloodhoof in World of Warcraft, LegionLook around you, this world is dying. I can't have limits!
Thrall in World of Warcraft, CataclysmThe moonlight can bring rest to your weary souls in this forgotten place.
Tyrande Whisperwind in World of WarcraftThe darkness surrounds you, the light of Elune is your only salvation.
Tyrande Whisperwind in World of WarcraftThere is nothing left for you here, nothing but death and sorrow.
Tyrande Whisperwind in World of WarcraftBlood and thunder, champions of the Horde! We fight on this day for our fallen brothers and sisters! Mourn them not for they all died with honor in their hearts! Though we face great conflict, our might combined shall obliterate those who would oppose us! The grave injustices committed against the Horde will be met by an unstoppable force of reckoning!
War SpeechesThrall in World of WarcraftThe light is holding you back. It's time to forge your own path.
Illidan Stormrage in World of Warcraft, LegionAt those times when I faced doubt, I held true to one constant. One anchor. You. You have always embodied the best of Azeroth, Tyrande.
Illidan Stormrage in World of Warcraft, LegionThe road ahead will be long. Whatever comes, bring honor to the name... Stormrage.
Illidan Stormrage in World of Warcraft, Legion