Arathor

Arathor is a fictional region featured in the popular online role-playing game, World of Warcraft. It is located on the continent of Eastern Kingdoms, specifically within the northern part of the zone known as the Ghostlands. Arathor was once a thriving human kingdom, but it was devastated during the Scourge invasion. The remnants of the kingdom are now largely in ruins, with the area heavily populated by the undead and other creatures corrupted by the lingering dark energies.

The central landmark of Arathor is the ruined city of Stratholme. This once-magnificent capital city now stands as a testament to the horrors of the Third War, split into two distinct instances within the game: the Western Plaguelands version, controlled by the Scarlet Crusade, and the Eastern Plaguelands version, a den of undead activity. Players can explore parts of Arathor, often engaging in quests that involve battling the undead, recovering lost artifacts, or uncovering the history of the fallen kingdom. The landscape is characterized by desolate plains, crumbling structures, and an oppressive atmosphere. Despite its ruined state, Arathor remains a significant location in the lore of World of Warcraft, representing a fallen bastion of humanity and a constant reminder of the devastating impact of the Scourge.