World of Warcraft Adding Heartfelt Tribute NPC in Patch 11.1

World of Warcraft Patch 11.1: A Tribute to Mats Steen and New Undermine Content

World of Warcraft's upcoming Patch 11.1 is shaping up to be a significant update, featuring new content in Undermine and a touching tribute to the late Mats Steen, the subject of the documentary The Remarkable Life of Ibelin.

Dataminers have uncovered evidence of Lord Ibelin Redmoore, an NPC directly inspired by Steen's iconic World of Warcraft character. This private investigator, a nod to Steen's popular roleplaying persona, is expected to appear in Patch 11.1. While the specifics of his in-game role remain shrouded in mystery, the inclusion of this character promises a heartfelt commemoration of Steen's legacy.

The Undermine expansion, slated for release around February 25th, forms the core of Patch 11.1's new content. This major update for World of Warcraft: The War Within will introduce fresh adventures in the bustling Goblin capital.

Lord Ibelin Redmoore's inclusion transcends the Undermine additions. His appearance, mirroring Steen's avatar from the documentary, is a testament to the lasting impact Steen had on the WoW community. Despite Steen's passing in 2014, his in-game persona lives on, carrying the title of Private Investigator, a fitting tribute to his detective roleplaying around Stormwind.

Speculation abounds regarding Ibelin's in-game presence. Some players envision him frequenting Stormwind taverns or perhaps traversing the route Steen himself was known to take. Regardless of his exact implementation, players may encounter him sooner than expected, potentially even in a Public Test Realm build.

This marks the third tribute to Ibelin within World of Warcraft. Previous memorials include a replica of his real-life grave and the Reven fox pet and backpack from a recent charity bundle supporting CureDuchenne. These tributes underscore the profound impact Steen's story had on the World of Warcraft community.