Warning: Patch 8.1 Spoilers Ahead

Artifacts' Destiny at the End of Legion

Will we be able to say goodbye to Hati as Hunters? Would be nice to maybe tame her as a normal pet and if at not, at least say goodbye. - @Dishare1



Ion: Yes. Uhm, definitely understand the bond that has formed between Beast Master Hunters and Hati over the course of Legion. Currently, Hati is tied to the artifact and, thus, as the artifact goes away, so does Hati. But, it's not to say we have seen the last of her, the last of Hati. Nothing to announce right now, but there's definitely an understanding of the depth of affection out there, not just for Hati, but also for some of the more unique artifacts that had companions or personalities associated with them. That's not something we totally want to leave behind.

Xal'atath Background

Artifact Book

Xal'atath, Blade of the Black Empire



An ancient and terrible force trembles deep within Xal'atath, Blade of the Black Empire. Though this dagger can serve as a powerful tool for those who wield shadow magic, tread cautiously.



Xal'atath has a mind of its own. Ignore its maddening whispers. Do not trust the lies it spins. Take from it what you need, but always remember that the dark presence in the blade is not your ally.

Xal'atath, Blade of the Black Empire,

Part One



Xal'atath had its dark genesis in an age long before the Horde and the Alliance, an age when the legendary Old Gods and their Black Empire engulfed the world in shadow.



There are many theories concerning the blade's creation. The more outlandish claim that it is all that remains of a forgotten Old God who was consumed by its kin in the early days of the Black Empire. Other theories state that Xal'atath is the claw of Y'Shaarj, ripped from the Old God's monstrous form and bestowed upon its servants for use in ritual sacrifices.



As unbelievable as these stories are, perhaps there is truth to them. Xal'atath pulses with the foul essence of the Old Gods. It is even said that the blade can grant its owner visions of the Black Empire, but all who have looked upon such horrors have lost themselves to madness.



Xal'atath, Blade of the Black Empire,

Part Two



Mighty beings known as the titan-forged eventually defeated the Black Empire. They shackled the Old Gods and their minions in prisons beneath the earth. Harmony descended on Azeroth, but it was not to last.



Xal'atath made sure of that.



Datamined Zones, Spells and Items

NEW Dagger Realm

Directory: DaggerRealm

Type: None



NEW DELETE

Directory: N�Zoth

Type: None

Speculation Based on the Datamined Information