World of Warcraft Patch 11.1: A Tribute to Mats Steen and Undermine's Expansion
World of Warcraft's upcoming Patch 11.1, potentially releasing around February 25th, is shaping up to be a significant update. It introduces new content within the Goblin city of Undermine, but also includes a touching tribute to the late Mats Steen, a beloved WoW player, through the addition of an NPC: Lord Ibelin Redmoore.
This NPC, discovered by dataminers, is a direct homage to Steen's in-game character, Ibelin. The character model reflects Steen's avatar as seen in the documentary "The Remarkable Life of Ibelin," and his title, "Private Investigator," references his popular roleplaying career as a detective in Stormwind.
The exact nature of Ibelin's in-game presence remains a mystery. Speculation ranges from him patrolling Stormwind taverns to following a familiar route through various zones, mirroring Steen's own gameplay habits. His appearance might even be revealed on the Public Test Realm before the official patch launch.
This isn't the first time World of Warcraft has honored Steen's memory. A replica of his real-life grave exists in-game, and a Reven fox pet and backpack were recently sold for charity to support CureDuchenne. The inclusion of Lord Ibelin Redmoore further underscores the profound impact Steen had on the WoW community.
In summary:
- Lord Ibelin Redmoore: An NPC tribute to Mats Steen, appearing in Patch 11.1.
- Undermine Expansion: New content awaits players in the Goblin capital.
- Potential Release Date: February 25th is a strong possibility, based on the Turbulent Timeways event schedule.
This patch promises both exciting new adventures and a heartwarming memorial to a cherished member of the World of Warcraft community.
