World of Warcraft Patch 11.1: A Tribute to Mats Steen and Undermine's New Content
World of Warcraft's upcoming Patch 11.1 is shaping up to be a significant update, introducing new content in Undermine and a touching tribute to the late Mats Steen, the subject of the documentary The Remarkable Life of Ibelin.
Dataminers have uncovered evidence of Lord Ibelin Redmoore, an NPC bearing the name and likeness of Steen's World of Warcraft avatar, within the Patch 11.1 files. The NPC's title, Private Investigator, reflects Steen's popular roleplaying persona within the game's Stormwind City. This heartfelt addition is expected to be a highlight of the patch.
Patch 11.1, the first major content drop for World of Warcraft: The War Within, will bring new adventures to the Goblin capital of Undermine. While an official release date remains unannounced, the current Turbulent Timeways event schedule hints at a potential launch around February 25th.
Lord Ibelin Redmoore: A Legacy in Azeroth
Mats Steen, through his character Ibelin, was a renowned roleplayer and member of the Starlight guild. His Private Investigator persona was known for engaging interactions with fellow players, often seen around Stormwind. The inclusion of Lord Ibelin Redmoore as an NPC is a fitting tribute to his impact on the World of Warcraft community.
The exact implementation of this in-game memorial remains a mystery. Speculation suggests Ibelin might be found in Stormwind taverns, or perhaps traversing the route Steen famously took daily through various zones. His appearance could even be seen in the Public Test Realm (PTR) builds before the official patch release.
This marks the third tribute to Ibelin within World of Warcraft. Previous memorials include a replica of his real-life gravesite and the Reven fox pet and backpack sold in a charity bundle supporting CureDuchenne. These tributes underscore the profound impact Steen had on the WoW community. The addition of Lord Ibelin Redmoore in Patch 11.1 is a testament to his lasting legacy.
