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Blizzard Watch Plays Otherweald 06: Did anyone order a zombie T-rex?

DM Joe Perez continues his Otherweald D&D campaign as our intrepid crew face off against an undead dinosaur on their journey to confront the goddess Lillith.

Enjoy this episode right either through the Patreon audio player or over here on SoundCloud! And as always, let us know what you think. 

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Lore Watch Podcast 199: The history of Karazhan

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez continue their deep dive into WoW dungeon lore, this time focusing on Karazhan. They also speak on the recent sexual harassment lawsuit filed against Activision Blizzard.

For Patrons, we're happy to give you access to this week’s Lore Watch episode before everyone else – enjoy it right over here on SoundCloud! N...

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Blizzard Watch Podcast 329 Uncut: The defeat of Sylvanas in the race for world's first

Hi there, Patrons! Here's this week's pre-show and episode of the Blizzard Watch podcast, uncut.

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez discuss Echo's success as the first guild to down Mythic Sylvanas, the pros and cons of switching to a more popular spec, and if weapon restrictions should be eliminated.

You can listen to it or download it from this Patreon post or 2021-07-21 17:25:44 +0000 UTC View Post

Lore Watch is postponed this week

Lore Watch will be recorded and posted later in the week. Thanks for your understanding!

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Blizzard Watch Podcast 328 Uncut: Is it time to retire fear mechanics?

Hi there, Patrons! Here's this week's pre-show and episode of the Blizzard Watch podcast, uncut.

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez discuss the perils of being an advocate for Thrall, the possible reasons behind the Jailer's interest in Helya, and if the frustrating player experience of fear mechanics should be removed from the game.

You can listen to it or download it from this Patreon post or 2021-07-14 18:27:52 +0000 UTC View Post

Lore Watch Podcast 198: Deep dive into the Sylvanas 9.1 raid cinematic

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez discuss the lore ramifications of the Tyrande/Sylvanas cut scene as well as the Sylvanas raid cinematic.

For Patrons, we're happy to give you access to this week’s Lore Watch episode before everyone else – enjoy it right over here on SoundCloud! Note that the download option is only available f...

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Blizzard Watch Podcast 327 Uncut: The ever-twisting fate of Sylvanas

Hi there, Patrons! Here's this week's pre-show and episode of the Blizzard Watch podcast, uncut.

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez discuss the possible story directions for Sylvanas (note: this was recorded shortly before her raid cinematic was datamined), the idea of a Tauren-themed raid, and the possibility of an expansion where the player is the big bad.

You can listen to it or download it from this Patreon post or 2021-07-07 17:35:07 +0000 UTC View Post

Lore Watch Podcast 197: The History of Naxxramas

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez continue their exploration of classic WoW raid lore with a deep dive into the story behind Naxxramas, the floating fortress of the Lich King's main lieutenant Kel'Thuzad.

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Blizzard Watch Podcast 326 Uncut: Are WoW encounter mechanics unfair to melee classes?

Hi there, Patrons! Here's this week's pre-show and episode of the Blizzard Watch podcast, uncut.

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez discuss the long-awaited launch of patch 9.1, the concept of Night Elf paladins, and how M+ and raid mechanics disproportionately impact melee classes.

You can listen to it or download it from this Patreon post or 2021-06-30 16:14:45 +0000 UTC View Post

Blizzard Watch Plays Otherweald 05: Vegepygmies, jungle pyramids, and sacrificial pits. Oh my!

DM Joe Perez continues his Otherweald D&D campaign as our intrepid crew set off through the jungle in search of a temple to the goddess Lilith. Unfortunately, they find it.

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Lore Watch Podcast 196: The History of WoW Classic 40-man raid Ahn'Qiraj

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the lore and history of the legendary WoW Classic 40-man raid, Ahn'Qiraj.

For Patrons, we're happy to give you access to this week’s Lore Watch episode before everyone else – enjoy it right over here on SoundCloud! Note that the download option is only available from a PC. And as ...

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Blizzard Watch Podcast 325 Uncut: All about that patch 9.1

Hi there, Patrons! Here's this week's pre-show and episode of the Blizzard Watch podcast, uncut.

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez are joined by Blizzard Watch writer Cory Taylor to discuss next week's launch of patch 9.1.

You can listen to it or download it from this Patreon post or head over to SoundCloud.

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Lore Watch Podcast 195: The History of Onyxia's Lair and Blackwing Lair

This week Matt Rossi and Joe Perez continue their exploration of WoW's early content with a deep dive into the history behind the 40-man raids Onyxia's Lair and Blackwing Lair.

For Patrons, we're happy to give you access to the episode before everyone else – enjoy it right over here on SoundCloud! Note that the download option is only ...

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Blizzard Watch Podcast 324 Uncut: Alternatives to the end game grind in WoW

Hi there, Patrons! Here's this week's pre-show and episode of the Blizzard Watch podcast, uncut.

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez discuss ideas for meaningful character progression at the level cap, the newly announced launch date of Diablo 2: Resurrected, and the long development cycle of WoW patch 9.1.

You can listen to it or download it from this Patreon post or 2021-06-16 15:30:00 +0000 UTC View Post

Lore Watch Podcast 194: The History of Molten Core

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez dedicate the entire episode to the lore behind Ragnaros the Firelord and the OG WoW raid, Molten Core.

For Patrons, we're happy to give you access to the episode before everyone else – enjoy it right over here on SoundCloud! Note that the download option is only available from a PC. And as always, let us know what you ...

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Blizzard Watch Podcast 323 Uncut: The biggest missed opportunity in the history of WoW

Hi there, Patrons! Here's this week's pre-show and episode of the Blizzard Watch podcast, uncut.

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez discuss the evolution of the Drust storyline across expansions, what story they would like to be told if a Warcraft 2 movie was made, and the one thing they wished WoW hadn't fumbled the ball on.

You can listen to it or download it from this Patreon post or 2021-06-09 20:37:07 +0000 UTC View Post

No Lore Watch this week

Hi all, Matt and Joe took a much needed break from recording the podcast. They will be back later this week for the Blizzard Watch podcast and next weekend with a new episode of Lore Watch.

Thanks.

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Blizzard Watch Podcast 322 Uncut: Set nostalgia feels to maximum for Burning Crusade Classic launch

Hi there, Patrons! Here's this week's pre-show and episode of the Blizzard Watch podcast, uncut.

This week Matt Rossi and Joe Perez are joined by Blizzard Watch writer Phil "Red" Xavier to discuss the long-awaited launch of Burning Crusade Classic, the state-of-the-game of Hearthstone, and the possibility of reputation becoming account bound.

You can listen to it or download it from this Patreon post or 2021-06-02 17:33:59 +0000 UTC View Post

Lore Watch Podcast 193: The lore behind Diablo's Assassin, Demon Hunter, and Witch Doctor classes

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the lore behind the Assassin, Demon Hunter, and Witch Doctor classes in the Diablo universe.

For Patrons, we're happy to give you access to the episode before everyone else – enjoy it right over here on SoundCloud! Note that the download option is only availab...

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Blizzard Watch Podcast 321 Uncut: The problem of power escalation

Hi there, Patrons! Here's this week's pre-show and episode of the Blizzard Watch podcast, uncut.

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez discuss next Tuesday's launch of Burning Crusade Classic, the Overwatch 2 5v5 announcement, and the pros and cons of power creep as new content patches drop during an expansion.

You can listen to it or download it from this Patreon post or 2021-05-26 16:57:29 +0000 UTC View Post

Lore Watch Podcast 192: The lore behind Diablo's Monk, Necromancer, and Amazon classes

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez continue their exploration of Diablo class lore, this time covering the Monk, Necromancer, and Amazon classes.

For Patrons, we're happy to give you access to the episode before everyone else – enjoy it right over here on SoundCloud! Note that the download option is only availabl...

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Blizzard Watch Podcast 320 Uncut: Burning Crusade Classic launch is on the horizon

Hi there, Patrons! Here's this week's pre-show and episode of the Blizzard Watch podcast, uncut.

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez discuss the launch of Burning Crusade Classic, the Overwatch 5th anniversary, and the possible Overwatch 2 reveal rumored to drop this week.

You can listen to it or download it from this Patreon post or 2021-05-20 18:39:41 +0000 UTC View Post

Lore Watch Podcast 191: Diving into the World of Warcraft: Folk & Fairy Tales of Azeroth book

Hi all, apologies for the late posting of the podcast. We had technical issues with Patreon earlier this week that are now resolved. Thanks for your understanding and continued support.

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the politics of Kyrians choosing who is worthy of an afterlife, what the latest expansion reveals about the Forsaken, and the possible connections with Sylvanas and the Shadowlands in the new World of Warcraft: Folk & Fairy Tales of Azeroth book.

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No Blizzard Watch Podcast this week

Hi all, Joe Perez is out of town this week so there will be no Blizzard Watch podcast. It will return next week to resume its normal schedule.

Thanks!

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Lore Watch Podcast 190: Exploring the Jailer's endgame

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore how the Jailer could possibly exploit a corrupted Anduin, Elune's potential masterplan involving Tyrande, and the connection between Odyn and the Titans.

For Patrons, we're happy to give you access to the episode before everyone else – enjoy it right over here on SoundCloud! Note that the download op...

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Blizzard Watch Podcast 319 Uncut: What new games should Blizzard create next?

Hi there, Patrons! Here's this week's pre-show and episode of the Blizzard Watch podcast, uncut.

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez discuss the clean up crew for Sargeras' sword, the missing time of Gul'dan's skull, and what other game genres Blizzard titles should explore.

You can listen to it or download it from this Patreon post or 2021-05-05 16:24:18 +0000 UTC View Post

Lore Watch Podcast 189: The new world order of the Burning Hells in Diablo

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the power vacuum in the Burning Hells given the absence of the greater evils, if Anduin's blade can recover from its own corruption, and the story they want to see the most in the upcoming Sylvanas novel.

For Patrons, we're happy to give you access to the episode before everyone else – enjoy it 2021-05-04 01:28:44 +0000 UTC View Post

Blizzard Watch Podcast 318 Uncut: The future of legendaries in patch 9.1

Hi there, Patrons! Here's this week's pre-show and episode of the Blizzard Watch podcast, uncut.

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez discuss the latest patch 9.1 PTR news about the evolution of the legendary item system, the release of Daisy, the new charity sloth pet , and news from the Heroes of the Storm dev team

You can listen to it or download it from this Patreon post or 2021-04-28 23:51:44 +0000 UTC View Post

Blizzard Watch Plays Overweald 04: The questionable quest quandry

DM Joe Perez continues his Overweald D&D campaign as our intrepid crew recover from their encounter with the Grinning God just in time to be sent on a quest to a far away land. 

You can listen to the podcast from this post or from our Souncloud.

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Lore Watch Podcast 188: Let's talk about Titans

This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore if Azeroth is immune to corruption as a titan, the cosmic connection of Elune and Yrel, and a spoiler quest in Korthia from the upcoming patch 9.1.

For Patrons, we're happy to give you access to the episode before everyone else – enjoy it right over here on SoundCloud! Note that the download option is only ...

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