World of Warcraft Patch 11.1: Undermined – A Fatal Twist and Goblin Revolution

Key Developments:

• Renzik "The Shiv," a long-standing Goblin NPC, is killed in Patch 11.1.
• Gazlowe, spurred by Renzik's death, leads a rebellion against Gallywix in the new raid, "Liberation of Undermine."
• Gallywix, the self-proclaimed Chrome King, faces a potentially fatal encounter as the final raid boss.

The narrative of World of Warcraft's Patch 11.1 takes a shocking turn with the demise of Renzik "The Shiv." This iconic Goblin Rogue, a familiar face to players since the game's inception, falls victim to Gallywix during an assassination attempt targeting Gazlowe. This pivotal event, revealed during Public Test Realm (PTR) access, significantly alters the storyline.

Players participating in the Undermine campaign witness the events firsthand. Gazlowe, leader of the Horde's Bilgewater Cartel, and Renzik, SI:7's second-in-command, collaborate to thwart Gallywix's plans. Gazlowe's initial reluctance to engage in Undermine's political turmoil contrasts with Renzik's belief in his potential to improve the city. Tragically, Renzik sacrifices himself to save Gazlowe from an assassin's bullet.

Renzik's death, though unexpected, proves to be a catalyst. Gazlowe, fueled by grief and outrage, ignites a revolution against Gallywix, uniting the Trade Princes and the citizens of Undermine. This rebellion forms the foundation for the "Liberation of Undermine" raid. Gallywix's attempt to eliminate Gazlowe inadvertently creates a martyr in Renzik, galvanizing the resistance.

The final boss encounter with Gallywix in the Liberation of Undermine raid remains unseen until the patch's official release. However, given the typical fate of final raid bosses in World of Warcraft, Gallywix's survival seems unlikely. The patch may thus mark the end for another iconic Goblin character.