Lore Watch Podcast
329 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 268 ratingsEvery week the Lore Watch podcast explores the story and lore of Blizzard titles including World of Warcraft, Diablo, Overwatch, or any other games that interest us. Join hosts Matthew Rossi, and Joe Perez for an in-depth look at the evolving stories of the games we all love.
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Tavern Watch Plays Daggerheart 01: Our one-shot adventure extravaganza
April 18, 2024 21:14 - 2 hours - 152 MBWe ran an entire adventure, from beginning to end, in one session using the v1.2 open beta playtest rules for Daggerheart, the new TTRPG developed by Darrington Press and the team at Critical Role. GM Phil Ulrich leads a tiny frog merchant (Liz), a construct (Matt), a guardian (Nick), and a fairy (Anne) into the treacherous forest of the Sable Wood where, surprise, nothing goes as planned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What if Jaina Proudmoore became the Lich Queen?
April 17, 2024 16:30 - 1 hour - 67.1 MBJoin us as we explore an alternate universe where daughter of the sea becomes the master of the Scourge. After all, it’s not as if she hasn’t done horrible things as a human. To quote Matt Rossi “if you need someone to wield power, I’m your girl.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What happens when a World Soul is killed?
April 10, 2024 16:30 - 51 minutes - 55.6 MBIn anticipation of the upcoming Worldsoul Saga multi-expansion we explore the death of previous World Souls, including the one arranged by the Jailer to knock out the Arbiter. And in our continuing fascination with the lore of Cyberpunk 2077 we explore one of the troubling Phantom Liberty endings involving V, Songbird and Reed, asking ourselves: was it preem or not preem? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tavern Watch Plays Daggerheart 00: Let the TTRPG character creation chaos begin
April 09, 2024 19:48 - 1 hour - 108 MBThe Tavern Watch crew are back with another TTRPG podcasting adventure! Join us as we jump headfirst into the v1.2 open beta playtest rules for Daggerheart, the new TTRPG developed by Darrington Press and the team at Critical Role. In this Session Zero for our upcoming one-shot adventure, GM Phil Ulrich shepherds Matt Rossi, Anne Stickney, Nick Marino, Liz Harper, and Joe Perez through the character creation process. It goes about as well as you’d expect with this group… Hosted on Acast. Se...
Should the Azerothian Archives be the future of Archaeology?
March 27, 2024 16:30 - 1 hour - 69.9 MBJoin us this week as we explore if the Azerothian Archives should become a replacement for the dated Archaeology profession in WoW, how old you need to be start getting cyber implants, and if Spider-Man and Madame Web had a conversation, what would they talk about? Obviously, not box office numbers… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What could be the most cyberpunk story in all of Azeroth?
March 20, 2024 16:30 - 1 hour - 69 MBJoin us this week as we explore which tech-based based stories in WoW could go full Cyberpunk 2077, how each Starcraft faction would fare against their counterpart in Warhammer 40k, and if the war in Warcraft is honing Azeroth into the ultimate weapon (which would be hunter loot, obviously.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What if…Sargeras never fell?
March 13, 2024 16:30 - 1 hour - 74.1 MBJoin us this week as we explore an alternate version of Azeroth’s history where Sargeras didn’t betray the Pantheon, but instead became a champion of the Light. From the elves never existing to the Horde never forming to the Dark Portal to Draenor never opening to a massive confrontation with Zovaal in the Shadowlands by a Titan-led army of Light, the implications are, needless to say, wild. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Should the Lich King’s sister be the Queen of Lordaeron?
February 28, 2024 17:30 - 1 hour - 67.3 MBJoin us this week as we discuss Calia Menethil’s dilemma about her role in the future of Lordaeron, the difference between Wild Gods, Titan Watchers, and Titans in WoW, and who would make a better fixer in Cyberpunk 2077, Joe “I just hope everyone had a good time” Perez or Matt “I don’t play well with others” Rossi. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The mystery of Northern Lordaeron
February 21, 2024 17:30 - 57 minutes - 63.8 MBJoin us this week as we discuss the origins of hearthstones and their connection to Meeting Stones as well as the Brokers, if there is a way to wield the void without being corrupted by it (asking for a friend), and the mystery of Northern Lordaeron, the unexplored region between Ghostlands and Western Plaguelands that may get the spotlight in the upcoming Midnight expansion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What Angry Keanu Reeves can teach us about WoW lore
February 14, 2024 17:30 - 56 minutes - 61.5 MBJoin us this week as we use Cyberpunk 2077 as a jumping off point to explore character building in video game storytelling, settings as characters, what power means in these worlds, the history of immortality and how many of these elements are reflected in WoW lore. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Are Forsaken Death Knights the secret to infinite anima?
February 07, 2024 17:30 - 1 hour - 66.7 MBJoin us this week as we go on a wilder tangent than usual (and that’s saying a lot) about the connection between the Forsaken and Death Knights through pain and suffering and how that could be Azeroth’s own perpetual energy source (because science!) Yeah, hope you’re strapped in for this one. Bonus: Worgen talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Deep diving into the new Gilneas storyline
January 31, 2024 17:30 - 1 hour - 67.3 MBJoin us this week as we explore WoW patch 10.2.5’s Gilneas storyline including Lillian Voss's struggle with what’s left of her humanity and Calia Menethil grappling with her family’s dark legacy. We also dive into evolution of key characters in WoW, the impact of in-game events on the lore of Warcraft, and the relationship between Superman and Shazam in the comics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Who are the key elves in the Emerald Dream storyline?
January 17, 2024 17:30 - 53 minutes - 59.1 MBJoin us this week as we explore the key elven NPCs in the WoW patch 10.2 Guardians of the Dream campaign, the possible plans of the First Ones to prevent the universe from being devoured, and the tinfoil hat theory that the leaders of each the four Shadowlands’ factions are actually Titan constructs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How the ending of Cyberpunk 2077’s Phantom Liberty expansion changed everything
January 10, 2024 17:30 - 1 hour - 79.9 MBJoin us this week as we explore how the ending of Cyberpunk 2077’s Phantom Liberty expansion reframes everything you understood about the game. We also cover the stories of A.I., Mr. Blue Eyes, and the Methuselah cult. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Will The Worldsoul Saga reboot WoW’s lore?
January 03, 2024 17:30 - 1 hour - 66.8 MBJoin us this week as we explore the idea that the upcoming three expansion Worldsoul Saga may be setting the stage for a new era in WoW storytelling, the mystery behind the son of Medivh and Garona Halforcen, Med’an, and the questionable actions of Diablo 4’s Sister Octavia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Did we forget about Gnomeregan?
December 20, 2023 17:30 - 1 hour - 69.2 MBJoin us this week as we explore the future of Gnomeregan. Can it get the reclamation that is coming to Gilneas in patch 10.2.5? We also talk about how deep and wide the roots of the World Tree go. Probably not as deep and wide as our tin foil hatting about it, that’s for sure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Concerning dragon histories, Titan origins, and World Trees
December 13, 2023 17:30 - 1 hour - 74 MBJoin us this week as we delve into the history of the dragon flights, the idea that the Titans may not be all about Order, and the hotly debated question of the location of the first World Tree. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Is Azeroth heading to a Ragnarok reset?
November 29, 2023 17:30 - 59 minutes - 65.1 MBJoin us this week as we delve deeply into the idea that Azeroth's races may be programmed to protect the planet by the Titans and if they fail, the Titans will reset the world and let it play out all over again. Plus, the possible impact of non-druid classes entering the Emerald Dream. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The legend of the first World Tree, Elun’Ahir
November 22, 2023 17:30 - 1 hour - 70.9 MBJoin us this week as we delve into the newly introduced story of the first World Tree, Elun’Ahir. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Can the World Soul be trusted?
November 15, 2023 14:30 - 1 hour - 80.3 MBJoin us this week as we, per usual, take a simple, innocent question and use it to wildly speculate about its implications to WoW’s lore! In this case, we take the information presented in The War Within’s BlizzCon cinematic and connect it to (deep breath) a fifth old god, the titans, the Naaru Colossal, life and void lords, what Elune is, the pantheon of death, the big lightbulb in Hallowfall, the Arathi, the Nerubians, Xal’atath, how the universe is ordered, and, most importantly, was the ...
Tinfoil hatting the WoW Worldsoul saga
November 08, 2023 14:30 - 1 hour - 71.8 MBJoin us this week as we delve into what we know about the story in the upcoming WoW expansions The War Within, Midnight, and The Last Titan. To no one’s surprise, the discussion pretty much goes off the rails in record time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The lore of Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty
October 25, 2023 13:30 - 1 hour - 78.6 MBJoin us this week as we delve into our obsession with the Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty expansion and the lore behind it all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Looking back at 300 episodes of Lore Watch
October 11, 2023 13:30 - 1 hour - 69.6 MBJoin us this week as we talk about our favorite moments and episodes from almost 10 years of recording the podcast including how we started, how far we’ve come, where we would like to go in the future, and, of course, the friends we’ve made along the way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What’s the story behind Tyrhold in the Dragon Isles?
October 04, 2023 13:30 - 50 minutes - 55.2 MBJoin us this week as we explore lore of the titan facility in the Dragon Isles, Tyrhold, how WoW could be more alt friendly, and the anatomy of angels in the Diablo universe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Which big bad from Warcraft’s past should we battle next?
September 27, 2023 13:30 - 58 minutes - 64.2 MBJoin us this week as we explore who’s left from Warcraft’s far past that can still threaten all of Azeroth in a future expansion. And has the new Black Dragon Aspect heralded a new Hour of Twilight apocalypse on the horizon? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
All about them world trees
September 20, 2023 13:30 - 1 hour - 74.3 MBJoin us this week as we explore the histories of the world trees in WoW, including Teldrassil and Nordrassil. Plus, is Azshara the avatar of the soul of Azeroth? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Are we heading into an Old Gods expansion in WoW?
September 13, 2023 13:30 - 59 minutes - 64.6 MBJoin us this week as we explore the hints and story elements in Dragonflight that might be setting up the return of the Old Gods. Also, we talk about the key moments in Garrosh Hellscream’s evolution from honorable Warchief to brutal megalomaniac to unrepentant soul in the Revendreth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Are the dragons of WoW doomed to imminent extinction?
August 30, 2023 13:30 - 59 minutes - 65.8 MBJoin us this week as we wildly speculate about whether or not dragons can produce offspring post-Cataclysm, the nuances of summoning for caster classes, and if there is only one Legion across all timelines or multiple alternate Legions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
More speculation on the angels and demons of Diablo
August 23, 2023 17:57 - 59 minutes - 65.3 MBJoin us this week as we discuss many of the unknown questions around Diablo lore including how Lilith is a different kind of demon. Also, more importantly, we give fashion advice for your Cyberpunk/Shadowrun character. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The lore of Baldur’s Gate 1, 2 & 3
August 16, 2023 13:30 - 1 hour - 78.4 MBJoin us this week as we discuss the lore and story of Baldur’s Gate 1 and 2 and how they feed into Baldur’s Gate 3. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The state of the current lore in WoW
August 02, 2023 13:30 - 1 hour - 66.1 MBJoin us this week as we discuss what we know of the Lost City of Ureh in Diablo 4, the secret of Aberrus in WoW, and what is the best way to catch up on current WoW lore. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Timelines, timeways, and tinfoil hat time
July 26, 2023 13:30 - 59 minutes - 66.2 MBJoin us this week as we tinfoil hat our way through an exploration of not only why the Titans in World of Warcraft chose our particular troubled timeline to tinker with, but what other tideways could be out there. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What happened to our Diablo 3 characters?
July 19, 2023 13:30 - 1 hour - 74.1 MBJoin us this week as we wildly speculate about the possible fates of our Diablo 3 characters, if the Tree of Whispers could be the soul of an imperfect world (!!), and just what exactly is that Zoltun Kulle guy up to these days? Heavy spoilers throughout! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Who is the real villain of Diablo 4?
July 05, 2023 13:30 - 1 hour - 66.3 MBHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Diablo 4 campaign spoiler edition Act 6
June 28, 2023 13:30 - 1 hour - 103 MBJoin us this week as we explore the final act of the Diablo campaign followed by a lot of wild speculation. I mean, A LOT a lot. Can’t really get into it here without giving away the story so hit the play button and enjoy the ride. Heavy spoilers throughout! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Diablo 4 campaign spoiler edition Acts 4 & 5
June 21, 2023 13:30 - 1 hour - 90.8 MBJoin us this week as we explore Acts 4 & 5 of the Diablo 4 campaign including the fate of Elias, the surprisingly forthright Tree of Whispers, and the role of Hatred throughout the Diablo franchise — which we've seen expressed in the Zakarum church that Mephisto corrupted and even the Cathedral of Light that Inarius founded. Heavy spoilers throughout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Diablo 4 lore spoiler edition continues
June 14, 2023 13:30 - 1 hour - 117 MBJoin us this week as we continue to explore the lore of Diablo 4, specifically Act 2 and 3 including the Cathedral of Light's impact on Scosglen, Lilith's goals (and how she manipulates people to achieve them), the continuing theme of blood magic in the game, and how the story really starts to get rolling towards the end of Act 3. Needless to say, heavy spoilers throughout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Diablo 4 lore spoiler edition
June 07, 2023 13:30 - 1 hour - 76.9 MBJoin us this week as we explore the setup for the story of Diablo 4, how different factions interpret Rathma's prophecy, and Lilith and Inarius' impact on Sanctuary. Spoilers for the prologue and Act 1 as well as general themes of the game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What lies west of Kalimdor?
June 01, 2023 01:30 - 1 hour - 67.7 MBJoin us this week as we explore the idea that there may be more lands west of Kalimdor and, if so, what we’d like to see inhabit those lands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How to rebuild your titan in three easy steps
May 24, 2023 13:30 - 59 minutes - 64.4 MBJoin us this week as we explore how the new warlock races fit into the game lore, who is the child of Mephisto mentioned in the Diablo 4 Book of Lorath series, and how titans, Azeroth, and other planes of existence all fit together. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Where should a new world tree be planted in Azeroth?
May 10, 2023 13:30 - 1 hour - 73.6 MBJoin us this week as we explore possible locations for a new world tree to house the Night Elves, who is the skinned wolf that aids us in Diablo 4, and how Ebyssian avoided the corruption that infected the Black Dragonflight. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Why is Neltharion obsessed with Azshara?
May 03, 2023 13:30 - 57 minutes - 63 MBJoin us this week as we explore the connection between Neltharion and Azshara, if there are more old gods yet to be discovered, and how Azeroth got her name. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Should WoW try another alternate timeline expansion?
April 19, 2023 13:30 - 51 minutes - 56.3 MBJoin us this week as we explore what another Warlords of Draenor-style expansion from WoW could look like, the black dragonflight lore tidbits dropped by Voraxian and Veritistrasz at the Ruby Life Pools, and how exactly does Azeroth’s postal system know where to find you no matter what? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tinfoil hatting the mysteries of the Infinite Dragonflight
April 04, 2023 20:05 - 56 minutes - 61.6 MBJoin us this week as we wildly speculate about the Infinite Dragonflight including what created them, if they are even real, and how Chromie may fit into all of this. And yes, we just made “tinfoil hat” into a verb. You’re welcome. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
An overview of the Diablo story thus far
March 29, 2023 13:30 - 1 hour - 66.3 MBJoin us this week as we delve into the significant events that shape the lore of the Diablo universe leading up to the stories featured in the recent Diablo 4 open beta weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
World of Warcraft Orcs vs Warhammer 40k Orks
March 22, 2023 13:30 - 1 hour - 65.9 MBThis week, we go waaaay down the rabbit hole on the similarities and differences between orcs in World of Warcraft and orks in Warhammer 40k. Join us. We have cookies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What may be next for the dragonflights and all of Azeroth
March 15, 2023 13:30 - 58 minutes - 64.2 MBThis week, we start the discussion about the rogue dracthyr group the Sundered Flame, careen into the topic of Infinite dragonflight, and then get derailed wildly speculating about what’s coming next based on the upcoming raid tier information. You know, the usual way these episodes go. Spoiler warning for 10.1 content. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Old Gods, Obsidian Brood, and Elemental Lords
March 08, 2023 14:30 - 1 hour - 73.7 MBThis week, we discuss the Obsidian Brood, the relationship between the primalists and Elemental Lords, and more conspiracy shenanigans from the Old Gods. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What the datamined [spoiler] about [spoiler] could mean for [spoiler]
March 01, 2023 14:30 - 1 hour - 66.4 MBThis week, we speculate wildly about a datamined lore book entry for patch 10.0.7 that could tie together story threads going back many, many expansions. (Yes, we’re being vague for the sake of, you guessed it, spoilers.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The evolution of dragons in different mythologies
February 15, 2023 14:30 - 55 minutes - 60.8 MBThis week, we dedicate the podcast to discussing dragon mythology from its beginnings to modern day depictions including how they are incorporated into different cultures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.