Ironaya and Archaedas are both King of Order Guardians under Tyr, although in the game, these are just two "??" displays, but in reality Combat Strength is a completely inferior boss. However, after experiencing so many things, Dick has already learned not to act according to memory and habits.
In fact, in a real real world, even Titan Keepers, no matter how weak it is, cannot be reduced to the point where it can be killed by a random team of five people. This can be seen from Ironaya's gesture of waving his hands to shape rocks. Changing the shape of items at will is an extremely terrifying ability. If you still don't understand, then imagine it.
What if Ironaya changes not the stone, but the shape of Invader's body? This is the true manifestation of their Combat Strength!
According to her, among the Ulduar who had not yet developed any disease at that time, Archaedas was known for their bravery and tenacity, and was the subordinate Guardians of Ulduar. This somewhat made Dick a little wary of the upcoming battle.
But just when Ironaya personally opened for him Great Door leading to the Disc of Norgannon temple guarded by Archaedas, Paladin was still stunned for a moment. The Great Door hole in the temple opened, and the white stone door with various patterns carved by skilled craftsmen was pushed open by Giantess. What caught his eyes was darkness.
But the moment Dick stepped into it, a pair of blue eyes opened in the darkness, followed by a second pair, a third pair, and more.
Darkness could not block Paladin's vision. He stood in the darkness and looked around for a week. Inside this closed temple, there were almost all Blue and White's "Dwarves".
Of course, that's not Dwarves, it's just that the shape is very similar.
Compared to the flesh and blood bodies of Dwarves, their bodies have more or less traces of stones and soil, and the carvers' knives have made smooth and beautiful patterns all over their bodies. They look like real works of art, not ordinary Stone Guardians.
But the only difference from works of art is that these guys are alive!
At the moment when the temple Great Door was pushed away, there were thousands of Blue and White Dwarves was cleared from a long deep sleep, and their eyes looked at Dick. This gaze made Paladin pause for a moment as he walked in. Facing the earth Creation with various Gemstones inlaid on their foreheads, Dick's hands were trembling a little.
Of course he knows what these creatures are!
They are Earthen!
After Titans failed in the first Creation, those giants in Starry Sky created the second batch of life on earth according to their own appearance. This time, they succeeded.
The awakened Earthen was full of feelings for the world. Probably because Titans also shared his feelings with them, the first batch of Earthen stood firmly on the side of Titans from the moment they woke up from Forge of Wills.
They are the soldiers of Titans, the group that was closest to the Titans ruins Ulduar.
Even in ancient times, the Titan Keeperss handed over some of their Creation responsibilities to the leader of Earthen, Earthen, who was called Yuriel Stoneheart. He once held the Titans that was treasured in Ulduar. Artifact-Val'anyr, Hammer of Ancient Kings, awaken more Earthen for Guardians.
In that era, this was a the Most High supreme job!
But as the differences between the Guardianss deepened day by day, and as the shadows hidden behind the world emerged and revived, Earthen also realized that something was wrong, so in King of Order When Tyr was about to leave Ulduar with part of Guardians's life, a large part of Earthen followed him and left Ulduar, which had been shrouded in darkness.
Tyr eventually fell in Tirisfal Glades. These Earthen followed Archaedas and Ironaya to the Library of Creation left by the Titans, known as Orderlands of Uldaman. But the mysterious Curse of Flesh affects not only those Mimiron's Follower Mechagnomes and the brave Vrykul, it also affects Earthen.
So after thousands of years, the first batch of Earthen who were completely influenced by Curse of Flesh left Uldaman and set foot on the land where Eastern Kingdoms was still in the wilderness. They established a country on this land, elected leaders, and established a prosperous civilization. However, in the end, due to one or other reasons, the country they formed was divided.
Yes, that is Dwarves's civilization Symbols!
Earthen is the ancestor of Dwarves! And now, in front of Dick, those Earthen who have awakened from ancient time and memory are standing in front of him alive, completely showing that history to him.
From the moment he stepped into Uldaman and woke up Ironaya, Dick felt as if he had completely stepped into the ancient times. The earth was still in the era when Wilderness and Guardians followed the will of Titans and still walked on the earth.
That fabulous era!
"After countless centuries, you are finally back! You are finally standing in front of your loyal servants again! Are you coming back to lead us? Great King of Order, praise you!"
One is leaning on a stone Staff, carrying Stone Earthen of Crown bowed respectfully and saluted Dick. He was also the first Earthen to wake up. It was obvious that he was very interested in Dick. There is no doubt about the identity of. In fact, for these relatively "innocent" Titan-forged, it is almost their instinct to obey the superior Guardians!
Recalling Ironaya's description just now, Dick has understood that the power she has is the Earthen in front of her. These Earthen Legion were born from the Creation engine and have been maintained until now.
Behind Earthen's King, the awakened Earthen also bowed down respectfully. Paladin was a little hesitant. He looked back at Ironaya. Giantess, who was about the same height as him, looked at all this calmly. Dick looked at him inquiringly, and she whispered,
"Don't doubt their loyalty, Dick, the only remaining Titans lives in Uldaman are completely loyal to Tyr's, as his Heir, you are qualified to win their allegiance. But unfortunately, this is also the last batch of Titan Sentinel in Uldaman."
"They are Living Being who were personally made by Titans. They were also forgers under Tyr. They are Avatar of Agni and Forge. They are not good at frontal combat, but Don't underestimate them because of this. Without them, in the protracted Chaos expulsion war, Ulduar's Burning Legion would have been overwhelmed by Old Gods's Evil servants!"
Giantess turned around and pointed at the Palace behind them,
"After defeating Archaedas, everything here will belong to you, Dick. This is also my personal life, Ironaya, Tyr The challenge set by Archaedas's servants for you! Although Archaedas is extreme, I agree with some of his views. What you inherit is not only the strength and will of Tyr, but also his hatred!"
Ironaya's eyes crossed Dick and fell on Earthen who gathered in the dark hall. She shouted loudly,
"Continuation from the outside Heir Dick has arrived! He will enter the deepest level of the temple and fight with Archaedas for control of Uldaman! Earthen, you were Tyr's most loyal Guard. Now, it's your turn to make a choice. Should you help this Heir? Or choose not to join this battle!"
Paladin was silent for a moment, and he easily heard a different flavor from Ironaya's answer. Giantess's meaning was obviously obvious: Earthen will follow Dick, because they feel the authority of Fist of Tyr, but since she and Guardians like Archaedas come, Dick has not yet fully gained their recognition.
In fact, in previous conversations, Ironaya has been mentioned more than once, and Dick is just Heir of Tyr, and has not yet qualified to become a real "King of Order".
At least he has to pass the Archaedas level first.
But even so, Paladin already felt that the trip was worthwhile. In front of him, more Earthen awakened from Sleep and joined the increasingly large group in front of Dick. It is conservatively estimated that after they fully awaken, Dick will have a second force of its own after Argent Dawn.
Earthen Legion of Uldaman.
As a guy who has entered Ulduar more than once, Dick knows that Ironaya's statement is not wrong, but in this era, they are no longer the Age of Myth they used to be. In their eyes, Earthen Legion, who is not "good" at frontal combat, is an absolute check and balance in this world!
The Dwarvess that have been degraded due to Curse of Flesh can have a power advantage that can crush humans and other Humanoids. These Earthens that have not been degraded at all can never be treated as ordinary armies after they actually participate in the war.
Among other things, Anubisath, who was lower than them, almost defeated Azeroth Alliance Forces, which numbered hundreds of thousands, not to mention Combat Strength of Earthen, and Dick also knew The racial characteristics of Earthen, in fact, are not only in Uldaman, but also in the deepest part of the Endless Storm Mountains, as well as Deepholm of Elemental Plane of Earth. There are also pure blood Earthen in these two places!
Dick has dealt with them more than once. These guys are very difficult to deal with. If they cannot be beaten into Fragments with one blow, their physical injuries will recover quickly as long as they are still standing on the ground. Especially the army of the Earthen kingdom of Deepholm. They can even face those stone Elements Dragon and suppress them easily.
However, Earthen did not immediately answer Ironaya's voice. The Earthen leader interface named "Od'rak Stoneheart" in Dick's vision asked,
"Are you coming from the outside world? Heir, I have a question."
Aldrak's voice was like the impact of stones, full of power and sonority, "Thousands of years ago, some of my compatriots left this sacred place, and a few years ago, I saw some Weaklings creatures that were very similar to ours broke into this place, but were repelled by Troggs. Tell me, how are they doing now?"
Paladin breathed a sigh of relief. He looked at Earthen in front of him, pondered for a moment, and then spoke,
"Yes, those are your descendants, those who were transformed by the Cursed. They called themselves Dwarves after leaving Uldaman. They forgot their past and even had internal wars. But after peace, they also created a brilliant civilization!"
The voice of Dick caused a series of quiet discussions among Earthen. The leader of Earthen raised his head in surprise and asked.
"The great Order Heir..."
"Call me Dick, I'm not worthy of that name yet!"
"Okay, Dick, my infected kind, they were completely transformed into another appearance during their long sleep. It was a tragic memory, but we don't care about the civilization they established, including their wars. I only have one question about them!"
The leader of Earthen looked at Dick and asked softly,
"Have they ever forgotten the responsibilities we shoulder? Have they ever turned to Chaos?"
Paladin shook his head,
"They have always believed in Titans, even though one of the Dwarves kingdoms was enslaved by Elemental Lords for special reasons. But not long ago, they relied on their own resistance to successfully drive away Firelord. I fought side by side with them, and I can guarantee with my will that they have not brought shame to the name of Titan-forged! They have always been on the side of Order!"
The Earthen leader nodded, the blue Gemstone on his forehead shining brightly at this moment,
"Very good! In this way, we have not broken our promise! Our persistence is meaningful! The last link in the past can finally be properly let go, and Earthen will return to the world today!"
The leader turned around and stood next to Dick. The stone Staff in his hand changed rapidly, and finally formed a Ashen-colored stone War Axe. A layer of armor mixed with metallic colors also appeared on his body. The leader raised the War Axe in his hand high.
"Then, in the name of my Od'rak Stoneheart, Earthen, compatriots! After ten thousand years, Earthen Legion will have our second Commander! Our mission has meaning again!"
"Put on your armor! Take up your weapons!"
"In the name of Tyr Heir Dick! We will join the war again as Warrior!"
"Hail, compatriots! Awaken our brothers and weapons from Sleep! The divisions of Uldaman will be ended today, and we will be witnesses, participants and victors!"
Earthen cheered, and Paladin also raised his left hand. The silver Fist exuded the light of Order in the air. Aldrac took a step back, and Dick stepped forward, pointing his finger deeper into the hall, where there was a giant stone door that had been sealed for thousands of years.
"Earthen! March with me!"