Light's Dawn of Azeroth

Chapter 645, Section 13: Holy Light Tactics - Twin Realms Raiders
The Dark Portal was detonated from the Azeroth side.

It seems the demons have some brains; they know that sending spies to Draenor, which is bathed in the "sun," is completely futile. They'll probably be getting a "Sun Punch Set Meal" and a chicken leg as soon as they land.

But on the other side of the Dark Portal lies Northshire Abbey, where the Guardian of Naruwros and the elite of the Faith Guard are stationed, and a group of green dragons have built their nest where the World Tree seed sprouted.

While its defenses are certainly not as strong as Draenor, which is personally overseen by the Holy Light and the Sun, they are by no means something that ordinary demons can easily infiltrate.

The fact that the Dark Portal was blown up without warning almost certainly means that the demons used their "top-tier moles" in Azeroth.

Ah, the "demon traitors" are a common and difficult problem throughout the entire material star sea. If even the Holy Light Legion cannot avoid being infiltrated, then such negligence on the Azeroth side is understandable.

Northshire Abbey, in particular, is the most famous holy site in the Eastern Continent, attracting many pilgrims every day. It is said that their queues stretch all the way to Goldshire.

With so many people, even Naru couldn't test them one by one.

At this moment, in Northshire Abbey, Llane Wrynn, the Grand Duke of Stormwind and Warden of the Southern Border of the Stromgarde Empire, stared with a grim expression at the still-smoking remains of the Dark Portal.

Not only was the portal destroyed, but the valley where the Dark Portal was located collapsed entirely, even causing a ground fissure in the Echo Mountain mines, nearly burying the miners. If it weren't for the guardian Naruvolos protecting the main monastery with holy light during the explosion, this wave would likely have caused considerable casualties.

Fortunately, the Watchers and the Forest Sages planted the seeds of the World Tree Tayara deep in Echo Mountain, some distance from the monastery.

Although there were no additional casualties, the destruction of the Dark Portal without warning was still a rather ominous sign.

"He is a sorcerer disguised as a pilgrim, from the northern frontier, or more precisely, an exile from Lordaeron."

He has lived near Eastvale for a long time, and we have found his companions. The believers say that this guy is very good at disguising himself, and is usually charitable. He suddenly decided to come on a pilgrimage ten days ago.

He even organized this seven-member pilgrimage group himself.

Matthias Shaw, the commander of MI7 in Stormwind, reported to the Imperial Chancellor who had rushed to the scene:
"This was an oversight on our part, but to be honest, Your Excellency, I'm not trying to shirk responsibility, but there's simply no way to detect such an attack in advance. This warlock has had a rather ordinary life for the past thirty years; he even sent a letter to Lordaeron a month ago, planning to move back to the Northlands next month."

No one even knows why he suddenly joined the Burning Legion.

Ryan Wrynn remained silent, his face cold.

He simply watched as the Dalaran battle mages and priests of the Holy Light ventured into the ruins, searching for any traces. A moment later, Turalyon, the high knight who was the leader of the priests of Northshire Abbey and also the commander of the Guardians of the Faith, returned, clutching a strange, shattered stone.

He enveloped the object in holy light and whispered to the Imperial Chancellor:

"It was the possession of a vengeful spirit. Although the sorcerer himself was not clean, he did not fall to the point of siding with the demon. He was suddenly attacked by a superior vengeful spirit and was completely 'replaced' in a short period of time."

This matter cannot be blamed on MI7; it was the Christian Guard that failed to detect his abnormality in time.

We have been far too negligent in securing the path to the Dark Gate.

The good news is that the 'children' of the World Tree Tayara are resilient. The fel explosion failed to completely destroy its roots, and with the careful care of the Forest Spirit Sage, the tree can be reborn in the future.

The bad news is that the Dark Portal cannot be rebuilt anytime soon.

That fel bomb was specially made; it not only destroyed the Dark Portal itself, but also forcibly tore apart the previously stable spatial connection between Azeroth and Draenor, isolating us from the warriors of the Covenant of K'ure.

Without a doubt, this is a harbinger of impending disaster!

General Turalyon solemnly addressed the Imperial Chancellor:

"They have blocked our access to support, which means the demonic invasion will come sooner than we thought."

"actually"

Ryan squinted and whispered:

"His Majesty Lothar received accurate information several days ago. We knew the demons were coming, and the evacuation of civilians in some strategic areas began a few days ago. War-related decrees have been issued to all units."

The empire's war machine is quietly starting up.

We just didn't expect them to choose the Dark Portal as their first target. It seems that the Saints of Diakum and the Lightforged Chapter are indeed putting a lot of pressure on the demons.

However, His Majesty's royal council has concluded that the main target of this demonic attack is not the eastern continent. If they already know the location of the World Temple, then the continent of Kalimdor, especially the Star Soul Temple, will become the epicenter of the war.

There's no need for you to rush.

The saviors have begun preparations, and news may arrive soon.

This information relieved Tulayan.

He drew a triangular emblem on his chest and whispered:
"Our World Mother has broken free from the shackles of order and the void, which means that in this war, we will truly stand shoulder to shoulder with the will of our world. This will be a war of miracles, without a doubt."

Just as these leaders were speaking, a black raven suddenly fell from the wind and landed right on Turalyon's silver armor. This raven had three eyes and looked very unsavory.

However, none of the three people present were surprised, as they had obviously seen this strange crow before.

"Ansu God?"

The Imperial Chancellor inquired:
"You're still in Azeroth?"

"Hmph, I was planning to go back to Draenor, but I haven't finished building the nest for my beloved Rukhmar in the Firelands yet, so I'm stuck here. Those damned demons destroyed the Dark Portal, preventing me from returning home!"

How awful!

Ansu stomped her feet and cursed a few times before getting down to business.

It shook its head and announced to the Imperial Chancellor:

"Just now, Ms. Aegwynn, the spokesperson for the Star Soul, entrusted me to send messengers around the world. The esteemed World Star Soul has learned of the news of the demons' attack."

It wasn't just your Dark Portal that was attacked; those bastards tried every means to block the connection between the material world and the elemental realms. They even threw dangerous explosives into the Great Vortex, destroying the passage between Deeprock Continent and the material world. It is said that sporadic demons have already appeared in the territory of the Stone Mother.

All other elemental territories defended against this attack!

But one thing is certain: the demons won't attack only once.

Therefore, the World Mother commanded the Elemental Lords to immediately establish encampments in the material world to prepare for war. The encampment in the Firelands would be located in Blackrock Mountain, and the Human Empire would need to send spellcasters to assist the Dark Iron dwarf shamans in constructing elemental altars.

"This is a good thing!"

Chancellor Ryan's furrowed brow relaxed slightly, and he clapped his hands, saying:

"With the assistance of the fire element, the safety of the southern border of the continent will be guaranteed."

"Don't rush to be happy yet."

Ansu flapped his wings and said, “In addition, the World Mother has decided to start the selection of the second batch of saviors. Because the Supreme Star Soul has broken free of its shackles and has gained more usable energy, the Noble One has assigned selection quotas for saviors in various civilizations around the world.”

The Stomkar Empire has been granted twelve Saviors, but these are not just for you; warriors from the Arathi Empire will also share in the trials of selecting these twelve Saviors.

Azadas is forging a new Heart of Azeroth. You need to go back and discuss with Lothar how to select Imperial warriors to participate in the upcoming war.

Furthermore, I suspect that the Knights of Turalyon have already felt the call of the 'High Heavens'?

"Uh."

The great knight rubbed his temples, recalling the embarrassment of dreaming about climbing the long staircase of faith for the past few nights, and nodded helplessly, saying:
"Indeed, alas, the ascent of the long staircase of faith is a trial."

“Very good. The Lord of the High Heaven is a noble vigilant, and therefore the High Heaven will also become an important hub for communication and intelligence exchange between the two worlds in this war.”

Ansu reminded:
"While the Forest Sages are repairing the remains of the World Tree here, you must also shoulder your responsibilities. That secret has been hidden in my heart for too long, and today it can finally be revealed to the public."

Long before the Dark Portal was built, the Vigilant had already foreseen that it might be targeted for attack. The reason why the World Tree Tayara's vines were used to entwine the World Portal was because this portal was not as simple as it appeared on the surface!
The World Tree Tayara on Draenor is currently using the Tear of Elune, a sacred relic of life, to shape the Emerald Dream of Draenor. If you persevere until the dream worlds of both sides are connected, then we can advance through the dream world!
The demons blew up the Dark Portal, but they could never have imagined that the bond between the two worlds was far deeper than they had imagined.

Alternatively, the astral plane is also a viable path.

Medivh, the Astral Mage, traveled to Draenor via the Astral Plane, and the Sunwell's floating island was also created within the Astral Plane. The Arcane Academy's floating island was inherently capable of traversing the Astral Plane. Therefore, our connection with Draenor has not been truly severed.

Ansu paused, its gaze sweeping over the three people before it, and said:

"Be firm! This invasion is what the Vigilant calls the 'final battle,' and it's probably the last battle of this era of conflict."

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"How long will it take for Her Majesty Tayara to merge with the Tear of Elune?"

Beneath the World Tree in Draenor, Diakum asked Nalegar, the father of the forest spirits, a question. Nalegar, as if sensing the World Tree's presence, touched his vine-like fingers and replied:

"The mysterious dream, supported by the origin of T'yara, is spreading throughout the entire world of Draenor. Our world is far smaller than Azeroth, so the Emerald Dream will take shape even faster."

With relentless progress, it will take about a week, but establishing contact with the grand dreamscape of the Star Sea will also take some time.

With the assistance of a Moon Priest, this process might be shortened.

"Then I should stay here?"

Archbishop Nelly touched the crest of the moon goddess on her forehead and whispered:
"Yura's 'missionary work' among the rangers is going quite well. We now have over two hundred Silvermoon Rangers under Lady Elune."

"Yes, you will stay near the World Tree and serve as nodes for Lady White to monitor Draenor."

Diakum wiggled his fingers and said:

"Finish the weaving of 'Dream of Draenor' as soon as possible. We don't have any druids here, so the Moon Priests have to push it forward."

"Hmm, Druid, yes!"

The Forest Spirit's father suddenly interrupted Diakum, pointed in the direction of Gorgrond, and said:
"After the prodigal son returned home from Azeroth, he passed on the Way of Nature he had learned there to his people, and the Mok'Nathal clan gained a lineage of druids. However, we have heard that the Mok'Nathal clan is hesitant about accepting the ogre overlord's invitation."

“These things can wait. Immediately summon Rexxar and his druid pack to the World Tree.”

Diakum relaxed his brow and said:
"While we could use the astral plane to support Azeroth, we only have one Sunwell floating island, which, even if packed with people, wouldn't be enough to transport a sufficient army. However, the Dream is boundless! Once this path is opened, we will have a more secure military passage than the Dark Portal."
By the way, hasn't Aegwynn arrived yet?

He turned to look at Yura, and the Archbishop of Rangers pointed to the sky and said:
"That decisive lady arrived in Draenor ten minutes ago, but you were just inspecting the fusion of artifacts like the Tears of Elune with the World Tree and couldn't be disturbed, so I didn't report it in time."

Lady Aegwynn is currently with Admiral Sphrax's fleet, and she intends to use the Scepter of Sargeras to send that fleet into the Azerothian star system in one go.

With the Sargeras Scepter's unparalleled control over space, Lady Aegwynn could easily transport necessary support between the two worlds using a "piecemeal" method.

“I don’t doubt Lady Aegwynn’s determination to resist, but I just think it’s a bit risky to use Sargeras’s Scepter at this moment?”

Archbishop Nelly said with concern:
"That is, after all, an artifact of fel energy. If the will of the Dark Titan is observing this place, then with just one command from Him, perhaps Lady Aegwynn and that fleet would be lost in the turbulent currents of the Star Sea."

Do you think Aegwynn wouldn't be aware of the risks involved?

Diakum patted the old man's waist and said:
"But the Scepter of Sargeras in her hand is currently the only strategic means that can teleport fleets on a large scale, and there is no doubt that the demons will not miss the opportunity to tamper with the Scepter of Sargeras during such a large-scale invasion."

This voyage was destined to fail.

"buzz"

Beyond the sky above everyone's heads, a hazy shard of light flashed and disappeared.

Diakum shrugged, closed his eyes, and let his will sink into the highest heavens. A moment later, Lady Sphrax's mind, guided by the holy light, also arrived at this holy place.

The vigilant asked:
Where were you taken?

"On the other side of the starry sea. You guessed right. The demons did indeed activate the power they left on Sargeras' scepter. Lady Aegwynn made preparations in advance, preventing the fleet from being directly sent into the terrifying vortex of stars. She has also detected the hidden danger on the scepter."

She asked me to inform you that she needs some time to completely eliminate that potential threat.

Admiral Sphellax replied:

"According to the star map that Ms. Verara gave us in advance, there is an ancient stargate left by the Arcane Clan, seven star systems away from us. At the fleet's highest speed, it may take us about ten days to reach that stargate."

The coordinates of the Azeroth star system have been recorded by the Arcane Scholars clan. Once we reach the stargate, we can use a wormhole to teleport into the Azeroth star system over an extremely long distance.

Hopefully they can hold on for ten days.
To be honest, I've been fighting the Burning Legion for 20,000 years, and this is the first time I've ever seen such an exaggerated battle!

Kil'jaeden and Sarkaz appeared simultaneously, leading the Burning Legion's elite forces in an attack on two worlds at the same time, clearly signaling the start of a decisive battle.

It's like their attack on the Aldach's homeworld, like that legendary ancient war ten thousand years ago. The Lightforged Fleet of the Holy Light Universe has also received orders, but I estimate they might not make it in time for this great battle.

However, they will still reach Draenor!
By then they will become part of the Argus Restoration Army.

"Send the Lightforged fleet directly to Azeroth! The war there will determine the future of the Starsea. With me in Draenor, there's no need to worry. Tell our soldiers that this will be our last battle against the demons in the Starsea, and their last battle where they will hold the initiative and the advantage."

Survive! Sphellax.

Diakum encouraged them:
"Lead your soldiers to survive as much as possible! Then, I will take you 'home'!"

"As you command! The fleet will sail to Azeroth. Await news of our victory, Vigilant, and may you and Draenor forever be bathed in glory."

(End of this chapter)