Hi there, Patrons! Here's this week's pre-show and episode of the Blizzard Watch podcast, uncut.
This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez discuss the surprise departure of longtime Blizzard game dev Jeff "Tigole Bitties" Kaplan, the emotional cost of spoilers, and the possible special role of the Forsaken in the fight agains...
2021-04-21 18:21:18 +0000 UTC
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This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the stories and lore behind The Burning Crusade, the past and future of the Illidari, and the possible connections between the Ethereals and Oribos brokers.
For Patrons, we're happy to give you access to the episode before everyone else – enjoy it 2021-04-19 18:34:43 +0000 UTC
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Hi there, Patrons! Here's this week's pre-show and episode of the Blizzard Watch podcast, uncut.
This week Matt Rossi and Joe Perez discuss the datamined information coming out about patch 9.1 on the PTR, why Hearthstone has deeper lore than WoW in some areas, and the state of legendaries in the Shadowlands expansion.
2021-04-14 18:57:51 +0000 UTC
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This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the story that only Blizzard could tell, the idea of a vacation expansion, and the connection between the Titans and Eternal Ones.
For Patrons, we're happy to give you access to the episode before everyone else – enjoy it 2021-04-12 18:59:34 +0000 UTC
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Hi there, Patrons! Here's this week's pre-show and full episode of the Blizzard Watch podcast.
This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the updates they'd like to see for WoW legendaries, the changes Blizzard has made to Burning Crusade Classic, and the upcoming Diablo 2 Resurrected limited alpha test.
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2021-04-07 18:27:52 +0000 UTC
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Hello, supporters! There was no Lore Watch podcast recorded yesterday due to the holiday. Matt and Joe will be back on schedule next week to begin recording again. Thanks!
2021-04-05 17:36:03 +0000 UTC
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Hi there, Patrons! Here's this week's pre-show and episode of the Blizzard Watch podcast, uncut.
This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez discuss what WoW could learn from recent popular games, the upcoming 9.1 PTR, and the ins and outs of the Shadowlands mission table.
You can listen to it or download it from this Pat...
2021-03-31 15:29:32 +0000 UTC
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This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore what kind lore resets Blizzard could consider if they launched an entirely new WoW game
For Patrons, we're happy to give you access to the episode before everyone else – enjoy it 2021-03-29 17:58:12 +0000 UTC
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*** Incorrect episode posted earlier. This is the correct episode, number 3.
DM Joe Perez continues his Overweald D&D campaign as our intrepid crew find themselves in the big tent of the interplanetary circus where they must confront the mysterious Grinning God and his minions to get out alive.
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2021-03-28 16:47:26 +0000 UTC
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Hi there, Patrons! Here's this week's pre-show and episode of the Blizzard Watch podcast, uncut.
This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez discuss what class they would like to see next for Diablo 4, the free 58 boost for Burning Crusade Classic launch, and activities for a WoW solo player maxed out on Covenant gear.
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2021-03-24 20:50:52 +0000 UTC
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This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez continue their exploration of Diablo class lore, this time covering the Paladin, Crusader, and Templar.
For Patrons, we're happy to give you access to the episode before everyone else – enjoy it 2021-03-22 17:27:47 +0000 UTC
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Hi there, Patrons! Here's this week's pre-show and episode of the Blizzard Watch podcast, uncut.
This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez discuss how addons may have slowed development of new UI features, the idea of Animamancer class, and if faction-based storylines should be in every expansion.
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2021-03-17 17:24:33 +0000 UTC
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Hi there, Patrons! Here's early access to this week's Lore Watch podcast.
On this episode, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez focus on digging into the lore of the Wizard, Sorceress, and Druid Diablo classes.
You can listen to it or download it from this Patreon post or 2021-03-15 19:15:28 +0000 UTC
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Hi there, Patrons! Here's this week's pre-show and episode of the Blizzard Watch podcast, uncut.
This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez discuss WoW Patch 9.0.5 that just dropped, Diablo 3 PTR patch 2.7.0 for Season 23, and just who the heck is Diablo 4's big bad, Lilith?
You can listen to it or download it from this ...
2021-03-10 19:22:17 +0000 UTC
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Hi all, there is no Lore Watch Podcast this week. The next regular episode will start again next week. Thanks.
2021-03-08 18:09:00 +0000 UTC
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Hi there, Patrons! Here's this week's pre-show and episode of the Blizzard Watch podcast, uncut.
This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez discuss the news of how class balance will be addressed when The Burning Crusade Classic servers launch, the Diablo 3 patch 2.7.0 Follower changes, and the missing pieces of the Covenant c...
2021-03-03 18:56:41 +0000 UTC
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On this week's podcast, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore what side Sylvanas could take in patch 9.1, the nature of the keys the Jailer is searching for, and what is the goal of a certain lich in the Maldraxxus storyline.
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2021-03-01 17:06:03 +0000 UTC
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Hi there, Patrons! Here's this week's pre-show and episode of the Blizzard Watch podcast, uncut.
This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez discuss more of their impressions of the BlizzConline 2021 announcements.
You can listen to it or download it from this Patreon post or 2021-02-24 18:21:33 +0000 UTC
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DM Joe Perez continues his Overweald D&D campaign by leading our hapless crew through a realm-spanning circus with a dark secret. No, not the revelation that Marisy loves corn dogs. The *other* dark secret.
Enjoy this episode right either through the Patreon audio player or 2021-02-22 20:21:14 +0000 UTC
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This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez dedicate this episode to all the lore implications of the patch 9.1 cinematic revealed at BlizzConline this weekend.
For Patrons, we're happy to give you access to the episode before everyone else – enjoy it 2021-02-22 19:42:19 +0000 UTC
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Hi there, Patrons! Here's a special edition of the Blizzard Watch podcast.
Matt Rossi and Joe Perez are joined by site staff Cory, Ted, Liz Patt, and Liz Harper to talk about their impressions of the just finished BlizzConline 2021.
If you'd like to download to your favorite device and listen to it later, you can ...
2021-02-21 16:11:15 +0000 UTC
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In this BlizzConline 2021 special podcast, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez interview WoW's Lead Narrative Designer Steve Danuser. They focus on Sylvanas, what makes Shadowlands characters special, and revisiting characters like Draka.
Enjoy the podcast2021-02-20 01:18:25 +0000 UTC
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Greetings Mawwalkers,
BlizzConline will be starting in just a few hours and we're ready to bring you all the coverage, analysis, and opinion on the many, many announcements to come. You can follow along on the site and on our Twitter handle (@blizzardwatch).
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2021-02-19 19:02:36 +0000 UTC
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Hi there, Patrons! Here's this week's pre-show and episode of the Blizzard Watch podcast, uncut.
This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore Patch 9.0.5 currently on the PTR, what BlizzConline panels they are looking forward to, and how they think loot can be improved in WoW Shadowlands.
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2021-02-17 16:59:33 +0000 UTC
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This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez explore the history of the Drust, the feud between Odyn and Helya, and how the soul stones in the Diablo universe keep the demons in check. Or do they?
For Patrons, we're happy to give you access to the episode before everyone else – 2021-02-15 17:38:02 +0000 UTC
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Hi there, Patrons! Here's this week's pre-show and episode of the Blizzard Watch podcast, uncut.
This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez discuss the announcements from Blizzard earnings call, what other mobile games could Blizzard be working on, and if the long-awaited WoW Classic Burning Crusade expansion will be announced...
2021-02-10 18:31:44 +0000 UTC
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This week our Lore Watchers Matthew Rossi and Joe Perez explore the clues that point to Kel'Thuzad's growing influence in the Shadowlands, how Night Elves can move forward now that Darnassus is gone, and why Kyrians continue to deliver souls into the Maw knowing it's strengthening the Jailer.
For Patrons, we're happy to...
2021-02-08 18:39:54 +0000 UTC
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Today is the 6th anniversary since Blizzard Watch rose from the ashes of The Site That Shall Not Be Named. It’s been a wild ride as we’ve expanded our coverage, reported on multiple BlizzCons, rolled out many new D&D podcasts and more. And we have plans for great things to come.
All of this couldn’t have happe...
2021-02-03 20:39:58 +0000 UTC
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Hi there, Patrons! Here's this week's pre-show and episode of the Blizzard Watch podcast, uncut.
This week, Matt Rossi and Joe Perez discuss what announcements they want and don't want from BlizzConline 2021, how the game could create better customizations for each spec, and are we seeing the end of the storylines creat...
2021-02-03 18:15:28 +0000 UTC
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Hello Patrons!
Now that Rossi's D&D Spectacular has come to its conclusion, we have started a new monthly D&D campaign podcast. Set in the realm-spanning land of Overweald, Liz, Rossi, Deb, and Andrew face surprises both merry and murderous.
Enjoy it right over here on SoundClo...
2021-02-01 21:46:57 +0000 UTC
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