Summary
- World of Warcraft Patch 11.1 may feature Lord Ibelin Redmoore, an NPC tribute to the beloved player Mats Steen.
- Patch 11.1 introduces new Undermine content, potentially releasing around February 25th.
- Dataminers reveal Ibelin Redmoore's "Private Investigator" title, reflecting Steen's in-game roleplaying career.
World of Warcraft is adding Lord Ibelin Redmoore, the character of Mats Steen (subject of The Remarkable Life of Ibelin), as an NPC in Patch 11.1. While details remain scarce, this tribute to the documentary's subject is anticipated in the upcoming update.
Patch 11.1, the first major update for World of Warcraft: The War Within, promises new adventures in Undermine, the Goblin capital. While an official release date is pending, the ongoing Turbulent Timeways event suggests a February 25th launch.
However, one notable addition, Lord Ibelin Redmoore, transcends the Undermine storyline. Datamined files reveal this NPC, mirroring the avatar of the late Mats Steen. Despite Steen's passing in 2014 (pre-dating the Warlords of Draenor model update), his avatar's high-fidelity appearance, as seen in the documentary, is replicated in the game.
Lord Ibelin Redmoore NPC in World of Warcraft Patch 11.1
Steen, through Ibelin, was a renowned roleplayer and member of the Starlight guild. The NPC's "Private Investigator" title honors his detective character operating around Stormwind, known for engaging interactions with fellow players.
The exact nature of this in-game tribute remains uncertain. Speculation includes appearances in Stormwind taverns he frequented, or perhaps along his known route: Stormwind to Westfall, Duskwood, Redridge Mountains, and back through Elwynn Forest. Assuming inclusion in Patch 11.1 (rather than a later update), players may discover Ibelin soon, potentially even in a Public Test Realm build.
This marks World of Warcraft's third tribute to Ibelin. Previous tributes include a recreation of his real-life grave on a Crystal Lake islet and the Reven fox pet/backpack from a recent CureDuchenne charity bundle. These tributes reflect the profound impact Steen's story had on the community.
