| Re: Power of The Horde...
Well they did have access to the powers of Archaic Sorcery, considering the powers of people like Gul'dan or the Death Knights. But don't forget the Orcs made a pact with the demons themselves, to form their more savage, demon worshiping brethren, compared to the shamanistic Frostwolf Clan (Thrall). That was how Grom became who he was before he died. Although he managed to control himself, there were still moments he would rush in and fight with pure rage. And that is also how they were able to use the Temple of the Damned to create Death Knights. Or possibly the Altar of Storms to enhance Ogres.
Also, take into consideration Lordaeron was the only real human power source left. Since Azeroth was pretty much shattered and was still rebuilding themselves. And as you said, they weren't prepared too well for the plague that was hitting thier lands. Nor the fact their King and the superpower nations such as Dalaran were going to be destroyed within days. |