World of Warcraft’s next expansion, Midnight, has finally arrived, bringing with it a new cinematic that’s sure to raise some eyebrows. The cinematic showcases an evil purple elf named Xal’atath who seeks to destroy the golden pool of energy that lets elves use magic. This setup is part of a trilogy of WoW expansions and will explore Xal’atath’s true intentions.
While the cinematic features realistically rendered elves, including those with abnormally long eyebrows, some critics feel the proportions don’t match in-game. However, the unusual feature has been embraced by fans, who prefer it over previous depictions of elves.
The upcoming expansion comes with a plethora of new content, including updated zones, new dungeons and delves, and a “Prey” feature that allows players to hunt down targets in the open world. Player housing is also making its debut, along with a new playable race, Haranir, and a demon hunter specialization.
Midnight pre-orders are now available, offering early access to player housing for those who purchase the Epic Edition. However, fans should note that only three days of early access come with this version, which costs $90. The 2026 release window has not been officially confirmed, but it’s expected to be sooner rather than later.
Overall, Midnight is shaping up to be an exciting expansion, offering a wealth of new content and features for World of Warcraft players.
Source: https://www.pcgamer.com/games/world-of-warcraft/world-of-warcraft-midnights-new-intro-cinematic-is-overflowing-with-elves-and-their-abnormally-long-eyebrows