Zandalari

Zandalari refers to the Zandalari Trolls, the rulers and people of the Zandalari Empire, an ancient troll civilization on the island nation of Zandalar in the Great Sea. The empire’s capital is Zuldazar, a city noted for its monumental architecture and shipyards. The Zandalari maintain a centralized, hereditary monarchy supported by a powerful priestly class that oversees religious rites and state functions. Religious life centers on the Loa, deities revered by many troll tribes, and Loa worship shapes both governance and culture.

Culture and technology are defining features of the Zandalari. They are known for engineering, administrative sophistication, and grand ceremonial life. The empire maintains a strong navy and a tradition of temple-building, ritual magic, and formal governance. By unifying various troll tribes under a single imperial framework, the Zandalari developed a relatively sophisticated bureaucratic system for its time.

History and influence: the Zandalari emerged as one of the major troll civilizations, expanding to become a dominant power in the region. They have played a central role in Warcraft lore, interacting with neighboring factions and shaping regional politics through diplomacy, warfare, and religious authority. In contemporary Warcraft storytelling, the Zandalari are depicted as a major cultural and military force with enduring traditions centered on the Loa and ancestral rites.

In modern Warcraft games, Zandalari Trolls were introduced as a playable Allied Race for the Horde during the Battle for Azeroth expansion. Their presence enriched Horde culture with unique abilities, aesthetics, and a homeland focused on Zandalar, including the capital of Zuldazar and surrounding zones.