Article 5B5W0 Afros in Azeroth: the quest for diversity in World of Warcraft

Afros in Azeroth: the quest for diversity in World of Warcraft

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Elle Osili-Wood
from Technology | The Guardian on (#5B5W0)

Sixteen years after its launch, World of Warcraft is finally introducing diverse skin tones, facial features and hairstyles. Game director Ion Hazzikostas explains why now

Recently, I've spent quite a lot of time pondering what an orc would look like with an afro. This, naturally, led to contemplation of an axe-afro-comb combo, and whether such a contraption would fall under blacksmithing or engineering.

That's because I've been playing Shadowlands, the eighth expansion to World of Warcraft. For Warcraft fans, there's a lot to be excited about: the new game allows players to explore the afterlife - reviving classic characters such as Kael'thas Sunstrider - and introduces a new style of play in Torghast, a deliciously punishing dungeon that changes each time you visit.

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