Once Upon a Time in Azeroth
Ah, the tales of yesteryears in the realm of Azeroth! Back in 2005, players were treated to a unique blend of adventure and sheer chaos when a digital plague ravaged the lands of World of Warcraft. This wasn’t just any scourge; we’re talking about the infamous corrupted blood plague that spread like wildfire among millions of unsuspecting players. With eerie grace, it transformed once-bustling cities into eerie, skeleton-littered wastelands, leaving a lasting mark on the game’s history.
How It All Went Down
The original incident was ignited by a raid encounter with Hakkar the Soulflayer, a boss who left unfortunate players infected with a debuff that they unwittingly carried into the outside world. As players transmitted this infectious debuff, a month-long nightmare ensued as Blizzard scrambled to contain it. Imagine four million players attempting to navigate a world where the undead were seemingly the less scary option!
History Repeats Itself
Flash forward to today, and somehow, some mad genius has managed to recreate the chaos of the corrupted blood plague in World of Warcraft Classic. Recently posted footage on Reddit showcases players in Stormwind, rekindling memories of 2005 as they spread the plague like it’s the hottest new trend. Interestingly, it’s unclear how this chaos broke free from its dungeon confines; some speculate that what we see now isn’t the exact plague, but rather a derivative from a lesser encounter with Hakkar. Either way, it’s a nostalgic trip that’s got players reminiscing about the bizarre events of the past!
