Draenor Hybrid
By Amarito
In the name of Allah, the most Gracious, the most Merciful
Chapter 1: Evacuation to Azeroth
Several years later, after the Illidan's duel with Arthas, Illidan and his Naga and Blood Elves were back in Outland. Illidan was watching over Outland for the last five years, with his Naga having their own city of Azshara, to the Northwest of the Black Citadel. The Blood Elves had their own city to the Southeast, naming it Eclipsestar. Draenei also had their own city, in the south, naming it Draeneiland.
With the joint efforts of Naga; Blood Elves, and Draenei, Shadowmoon Ruins was rebuilt into the orcish city. Illidan allowed it to be the capital in Outland. Naga; Blood Elves, and Draenei all resided in Shadowmoon. The years passed, and with Illidan's approval, Prince Kael'Thas announced the completion of the Blood Elves Eclipsewell, after their Sunwell in Quel'Thalas, within Eclipsestar. Eclipsewell had the same powers of both the Sunwell and the Well of Eternity.
Illidan was always fearful of Kil'jaeden's appearance, but the years passed and there was no sign of the demon lord. To assure prosperity of all cities in his land, Illidan attacked Maiev's Night Elf base in a joint force of Naga; Blood Elves, and Draenei, destroying their base and taking Warden Maiev Shadowsong and a couple of her watchers as prisoners in the Black Citadel's dungeons. Naga were the ones to watch over the prisoners.
With Maiev out of the way, Illidan's people -the three naming themselves Outlanders-, built their cities. On the way back to Outland for the second time, the Blood Elves brought several human females with them, with the human females willingly leaving. The Blood Elves made families together, especially with the human females they brought along. Several months after the first Blood Elf and female human made a family, the wife got a young hybrid son: the first born in Draenor.
The parents brought the baby to Illidan. Even though Illidan was blind, he could sense the powerful soul of the baby. He was impressed by him. He guessed that the baby's power came from him being a hybrid between human and blood elf.
"Lord Illidan, this is our baby. We wanted to show you the first baby ever, to be born on Outland." The blood elf father stated.
Illidan smiled, "Have you two chosen a name for him?" He asked.
The human mother shook her head, "No." She replied.
"What's your family name?" Illidan asked the mother.
"Startwinkle." The mother replied.
"Do you two want me to choose the boy's name?" Illidan asked.
Both parents nodded. Illidan didn't see it, but he sensed their approval.
"Very well... Novadust Startwinkle." Illidan decided.
The parents smiled.
"I'll take him to Eclipsewell." The father decided.
"You do that." Illidan nodded, agreeing.
The years passed and Novadust grew older. He was taught of the skills of sword fighting, until he became an expert swordsman. He was also taught archery from his especially made bow. His mother, named Dretana, taught him human traditions and history. She told him about the wars between the humans and Orcs, the burning legion, the fall of Lordaeron and Prince Arthas' betrayal. She taught him everything there was that she knew.
When it came to his father, Bladeslash, he taught him of Elven history and about Quel'Thalas and how the High Elves became Blood Elves. Bladeslash always told Novadust to remember that he was half High Elf, because his dad was amongst the first to become Blood Elf and he witnessed the fall of Silvermoon. He taught Novadust Elven language, to the degree that Novadust became fluent in it. He was taught of all sorts of magic.
He lived with his parents in Eclipsestar and his facial features were human, like his mom. He had long blond hair with green eyes, his mom's, and his ears were pointed like elves. Novadust was a genius for his age. He lived happily with his parents.
The first time Illidan came over to their home, he requested if he could spend some time with Novadust. Novadust was totally speechless and his parents allowed Illidan to take Novadust where he wanted. Taking Novadust by the hand, Illidan took to the sky and headed towards his Black Citadel. Novadust made sure that his grip on Illidan's hand was firm, making sure that he won't fall down.
Upon reaching the citadel, Illidan landed and led Novadust to the citadel's dungeon. He passed his Naga and passed the cells that held Maiev's watchers. Illidan stopped in front of Maiev's cell, which looked much like his own back deep in the earth. Maiev stood on her legs and glared at Illidan, but was surprised to see Novadust. She was curious about him. She was completely unarmed, with no armor or helmet, like the rest of her watchers.
"Warden, I'd like you to meet Novadust Startwinkle. He's a hybrid between human and blood elf. Human from his mother's side and blood elf from his father's side. He was the first born here in Outland. He knows combat skills. I assign him to be your warden. I trust him enough that he won't be stupid enough to free you, under any circumstance." Illidan stated.
Maiev hissed and glared at Illidan.
"What makes you think I'll try to influence a young kid? I'm not that low demon!" Maiev exclaimed.
"I know and that's why he's your warden." Illidan grinned.
"Uh? Sir, who's she?" Novadust asked.
Illidan smiled, "She used to be my warden back in Ashenvale. Her name is Maiev Shadowsong and the Watchers are her group. Do you mind to come everyday and check up on her? Be sure to bring food and water with you. She and her remaining watchers are your responsibility now."
Novadust nodded, "I don't mind. I can handle it. I'll need to talk to my folks though."
"Never mind that. I'll talk with Dretana and Bladeslash." Illidan offered.
"O.K. To check up on them, I'll need to reside in this citadel." Novadust reasoned.
"Hmm... I see your point. I'll tell some Naga to prepare quarters for you here in the citadel. A siren would come and inform you when your parents are told and when your quarters is ready. Until then, do you mind waiting here?" Illidan asked.
Novadust shook his head, "Not at all." He replied.
Illidan nodded and let go of Novadust's hand. He left the dungeon. Novadust walked back to one of the walls and sat down on the ground, leaning his back to the wall. He was shy around females and so he didn't stare at Maiev; he just took occasional glances to be sure. Maiev sighed and sat on the ground with her legs crossed. She closed her eyes and started meditating.
What wasn't known was that once Novadust was put in Eclipsewell, the well generated an invisible shield around Eclipsestar, protecting it from any demons. But since Illidan was purely genuine Night Elf, the shield didn't affect him. Novadust was the reason behind it. No Outlander knew of the shield and so they went on their daily lives. Days passed by and Novadust was first keeping an eye on Maiev, but his curiosity eventually won over and he entered Maiev's cell.
Maiev taught him meditation and told him of stories of Ashenvale, of Malfurion and Tyrande. He was kind; gentle, and polite to all the Watchers alike, bringing them food and water everyday. Maiev and her watchers appreciated Novadust's kindness. Several times even Novadust found Maiev's circular dagger and with his own sword, dueled with Maiev, both careful of not seriously hurting one another. Illidan never found out and soon Novadust and Maiev became close friends.
Novadust also became friends with all her watchers. Novadust always had his weapons with him when he checked on Maiev and her watchers. In return, Novadust told Maiev of the cities and outlanders above her, from what he knew. Twice he went with his parents to Shadowmoon and he only passed by Azshara, but never went to Draeneiland. Novadust was aware that he was giving info out to Maiev, but he was careful about it.
He even told Maiev of the portal that Illidan kept open, which was close to Draeneiland. Draenei protected the portal. It led back to Azeroth and Kalimdor. Maiev asked him why Illidan would keep it open and Novadust replied that Illidan was afraid of Kil'jaeden's return. Just being cautious, he left the portal open at all times.
Once Kil'jaeden entered Outland, Illidan and the Outlanders would be able to fight, while their people escaped through the portal; Illidan won't have to waste time in opening it. Novadust was bright enough of not telling details of the citadel above Maiev.
It was during a day when Novadust had already given the food and water to the Watchers and stayed out of Maiev's cell, when it happened. Loud shouts were heard above and the sounds of battle were heard above, along with the shaking, and gentle cracking of the dungeon's ceiling. It got the Naga guards' attention and they left to investigate. They never returned. Novadust was left alone with Maiev and her watchers.
Maiev glanced at Novadust, but Novadust's attention was towards the corridor that led to Maiev's cell room. He got onto his feet and unsheathed his sword. Without saying a word, Novadust left the cell room and rushed upwards, out of the dungeon. Rushing up the stairs, he suddenly stopped and stepped aside, letting the fallen blood elf roll down the stairs pass him.
Novadust glanced upwards and saw a Fel Stalker. His heart pounded faster with the Fel Stalker stopping at the top of the stairs, staring in some other direction. It was a few moments of fear. Novadust thought that he'd never feel that afraid anymore. The Fel Stalker eventually pounded away and it was enough to tell Novadust that there was a demonic invasion.
From what his parents told him, when a demonic invasion happened, some of the populace of Outland would evacuate to Azeroth, through the portal. With that in mind, Novadust carefully but swiftly went back down to the dungeons. Since he was the warden, he had the keys with him. He hastily sheathed his sword and opened each and every cell, freeing the Watchers, which surprised them for a moment. At first they didn't leave. Novadust was opening Maiev's cell.
"What's going on?" She asked.
"Shindu fallah Na! Some demon invasion is happening in the citadel. We are all to head to the portal and evacuate. I don't know if the invasion is outside the citadel or not, but it's a possibility that it is." Novadust explained, finally opening the cell.
Maiev raised her eyebrow and stepped out of the cell. Novadust pointed to some stashed weapons and armor, leaning on one of the walls. The Watchers freed were at their mistress' cell entrance. Once they saw where Novadust pointed, they headed towards their weapons and armor. Maiev got her weapons and put on her armor. Novadust was sure to watch the stairs.
Once finished, Maiev took the lead and waited behind Novadust. Once the coast was clear, Novadust motioned Maiev and her watchers to follow him. He slowly and carefully went up the stairs, his hand ready on his blade's handle. A vile temptress suddenly appeared at the top of the stairs and stared downwards, straight at Novadust. Novadust stopped, with Maiev and her watchers stopping behind him. Novadust prepared to unsheathe his blade, but he was beaten.
A demon hunter, one that Novadust recognized, used his twin demonic warblades to slash through and kill the vile temptress. It was Illidan's co-commander: Demon Hunter tutor, Torna Starfear. Maiev and her watchers instantly prepared for battle, but Novadust motioned them to stop. Starfear slowly descended the stairs towards them. Novadust knew Starfear pretty well. Demon Hunters had first names, but their surnames were more common and famous.
"Need any help?" Starfear asked, stopping in front of Novadust.
Novadust hesitated, "... Yeah." He replied. "We need to get to the southern portal and pronto." He explained.
"Southern portal you say? Hmm... I can bring ya there in a guffy." Starfear replied.
Novadust blinked at Starfear. Novadust knew that what Starfear said was human language. He was surprised to hear it come from a Night Elf, much less a demon hunter. He was inquired by how Starfear could help them.
"Just how are you planning to pull that off?" Maiev asked, beating Novadust to the question.
"Lord Illidan taught me how to create portals, just as he does. He told me to teach no one else about it, but I could use it if it was needed." Starfear replied.
"Aren't you going to be needed here in the citadel?" One of the watchers asked.
"Lord Illidan had the much of us evacuate, other than face the invading demons." Starfear replied.
Starfear walked back up to the top and Novadust followed him, with Maiev and her watchers behind them. Once on top, Novadust; Maiev, and her watchers stepped back and watched Starfear form his portal. It was hastily done and an excellent copy of Illidan's portal, if not genuine.
"It'll lead us a few yards away from the portal. We'll be able to evacuate quickly from there." Starfear explained.
Starfear motioned them to enter and they did. He took one side and defended it, while Novadust took the other. Novadust hoped that they won't face any trouble while the watchers entered the portal, but they did. Again and again both Starfear and Novadust repelled demonic beings. Once they were clear and the last two, Starfear went in first, quickly followed by Novadust. The portal faded from existence after Novadust entered it.
It was Novadust's first experience in going through a portal and he knew what to expect when he went through the other. However, he wondered if it would be different, considering that the next one would be world travel. Novadust landed on his legs, bent on the other side in the outland. He was outside and he was shaky at first, but managed to maintain his balance and continue on rushing towards the evacuation portal. He was seen pretty well from where he appeared from.
Once again the portal faded from existence behind him. Without any words, Novadust was the last to follow the watchers and Starfear through the southern portal. That was the last of what he saw from Draenor, at least for some time.