The War Within Art Blast Spotlight: Bayard Wu - Hero & Villain Character Portraits
ArtStation Magazine recently published a new Art Blast focused on the visuals for The War Within. The feature highlights several Blizzard artists responsible for crafting the visuals of the first chapter in the Worldsoul Saga.
Today, we're highlighting Principal Illustrator, Bayard Wu and their work on the hero and villain character portraits of the War Within. McConnell previously worked on the keyart and character portraits of several expansions and patches including the War Within, Dragonflight, and Pandaria Remix.
Blizzard Entertainment World of Warcraft: The War Within Art Blast ArtStation: Bayard Wu
Hero & Villain Portraits of the War Within
The War Within reintroduces us to some of the most iconic lore figures in Warcraft history with Anduin, Alleria, and Thrall receiving new appearances that reflect their current struggles and trials. The beginning of the Worldsoul Saga doesn't stop there, introducing us to a few new heroes like Faerin Lothar and our new antagonist, Xal'atath.
Alleria Windrunner
Faerin Lothar
Xal'atath
Anduin Wrynn
Thrall
Be sure to check out more of Wu's work in the Art Blast and on ArtStation.
