The first trailer for The Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King (2025) offers a visually captivating return to Azeroth, with Henry Cavill front and center as the legendary Lich King, Arthas Menethil. The teaser begins with a sweeping view of Northrend, the frozen wasteland that is the heart of the Lich King’s realm. Dark, foreboding music intensifies as we see vast armies of undead Scourge marching across the icy terrain, preparing for war.

Arthas’ voice, deep and commanding, breaks the silence: “Death is my gift to the living. All will serve me in the end.” A brief flashback reveals his transformation from a noble prince to the fearsome ruler of the undead, illustrating his fall from grace and the dark power of his cursed sword, Frostmourne. Cavill’s portrayal of the Lich King is both chilling and authoritative.

The trailer also highlights the united efforts of Azeroth’s greatest factions, with glimpses of Jaina Proudmoore (Emilia Clarke), Varian Wrynn (Jason Momoa), and Thrall (Dwayne Johnson) rallying their forces for a climactic battle. The tension builds as the world’s heroes face an enemy that cannot be defeated by conventional means.

Epic battle scenes unfold, showcasing the might of the Scourge as Frostwyrms unleash icy devastation from the sky, while massive abominations tear through the ranks of soldiers. In a tense moment, Jaina confronts Arthas, pleading for him to remember the man he once was, only for the Lich King to coldly respond, “Arthas is dead. Only the Lich King remains.” This chilling statement underscores the depth of his transformation.

The trailer concludes on a cliffhanger, as the gates of Icecrown Citadel open, setting the stage for the ultimate confrontation between Azeroth’s greatest champions and the Lich King, with the fate of the world hanging in the balance.