Some have lived up to their hype and potential, leaving a lasting impression on WoW fans. Others have fallen short and become completely forgettable, even while their boss encounter was current content.
While the recent Warcraft lore has fallen by the wayside, the franchise is still rich with remarkable storytelling, fantastic heroes, and sinister villains.
GRAND APOTHECARY PUTRESS AND THE ROYAL APOTHECARY SOCIETY
There have been many minor World of Warcraft villains throughout the years. Sometimes, they get some time in the spotlight. One such villain is both Grand Apothecary Putress and the Royal Apothecary Society.
N’ZOTH
The Corrupter had a major influence in the final patch of Battle for Azeroth. N’Zoth’s presence was hinted at during the questing zones within the expansion.
C’THUN
The first Old God encountered in World of Warcraft is C’Thun in the Temple of Ahn’Qiraj. As an Old God, his existence is primarily before World of Warcraft.
RAGNAROS
In the grand scheme of things, Ragnaros doesn’t compare well against other World of Warcraft villains. His impact on the world of Azeroth is legitimate: his rebirth into the planet created Blackrock Mountain.
DEATHWING
In a past life, Neltharion was one of the five Dragon Aspects and the leader of the Black Dragonflight. Eventually, he was driven mad by the Old Gods, and his return to Azeroth as Deathwing resulted in reshaping the world as we knew it.
SYLVANAS WINDRUNNER
To call Sylvanas the most controversial of all World of Warcraft villains would be a major understatement. Her recent reception, particularly in Battle of Azeroth and Shadowlands, is extremely divisive.