The Tragedy of Arthas: How a Hero Became a Villain
128In this video essay, we explore the tragic fall of Arthas Menethil, one of Warcraft's most iconic characters.
Starting as a noble prince, Arthas' journey takes him through multiple archetypes, from the classical hero to the dark, corrupted villain. We discuss key moments from Warcraft III and Arthas: Rise of the Lich King, analyzing how Arthas' choices, driven by vengeance and self-doubt, transform him from a protector of his people into one of Azeroth's most feared antagonists.
Join us as we unravel the complex layers of Arthas' character and his descent into darkness, raising the question: can a hero's path truly lead to villainy?
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0:00 - Intro
0:50 - Arthas
2:52 - Part 1: A Brief History of Antiheroes/ Gothic Doubles
3:35 - Early 20th Century
4:02 - 50's/60's 'Beat Generation'
4:20 - 60's Counterculture
5:00 - Golden Age of TV
5:20 - Part 2: "...the very forests of Lordaeron..."
5:56 - Classical Hero
6:40 - Invincible
8:35 - Byronic Hero
11:05 - Pragmatic Hero
12:00 - Unscrupulous Hero/The Culling of Stratholme
13:30 - Nominal Hero
15:15 - Tragic Villain
16:25 - Conclusion
17:00 - Outro