Blizzard Unveils Wrath of the Lich King Opening Cinematic - Father’s Love Not Enough
by Chad Lakkis on August 21, 2008 at 11:45 am
This well done cinematic is a prime example of what sets Blizzard apart from all others in the highly lucrative MMO space.
Yes, the three minute plus clip features stunning CGI visuals, but the most impactful aspect of the presentation is the narrative. The voice you hear throughout the piece is that of the former King Terenas Menethil II, slain by his own son Arthas — better known now as The Lich King.
The father speaks as if he is reciting a loving letter written to his son prior to his death, and you get the feeling that his words have been ringing over and over in his son’s head as he sat frozen on his throne.
“My son, I watched with pride as you grew into a weapon - of righteousness.”
The camera pans in close to his face, and his eyes light up as if to say “enough”, as he awakens from his frozen slumber. As the trailer unfolds, The Lich King contradicts each positive said about him by his father leading to a very clever ending.
Have at the trailer below, and feel free to share your thoughts.
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