New World of Warcraft Video Explains Feast of Winter Veil Lore

WoW's Feast of Winter Veil: A Lore-Filled Holiday Celebration

The annual World of Warcraft Feast of Winter Veil event, mirroring real-world Christmas celebrations, returns with fresh rewards and seasonal items. A new lore video, a collaboration with PlatinumWoW, unveils the rich history behind this beloved in-game holiday.

The video explores the event's origins, weaving together Dwarven myths of Greatfather Winter—a Titan-forged giant who brings the snow—and Tauren traditions of spiritual renewal and gratitude to the Earthmother. It also details the rise of Smokeywood Pastures, a Goblin enterprise that commercialized Winter Veil, reflecting real-world Christmas traditions.

A History Steeped in Lore

No discussion of Winter Veil is complete without mentioning Metzen the Reindeer, named after former Warcraft creative director Chris Metzen. This unfortunate reindeer boasts a history of three kidnappings: pirates and Dark Iron dwarves in Classic WoW, and the Grinch in the current version. The video humorously concludes with Metzen expressing gratitude in Thrall's voice (a fitting tribute, given Metzen's voice acting role).

This isn't PlatinumWoW's first collaboration with Blizzard. Previous projects include lore videos on Nerubians, Vrykul, and the Scourge for Wrath of the Lich King Classic, as well as content for modern WoW and various in-game events. Blizzard's recent collaborations also include Taliesin & Evitel's guides for returning players and Hurricane's cinematic trailers for WoW Classic.

Join the Festivities!

Players can still participate in the Feast of Winter Veil until January 5, 2024. Hunters can tame the Dreaming Festive Reindeer, and all players can acquire new holiday transmogs and the Grunch pet. Don't forget to check under the tree in Orgrimmar or Stormwind for a special gift, similar to last year's Junior Timekeeper's Racing Belt toy.