In the realm of World of Warcraft, players have embarked on countless adventures, from traversing multiple timelines to battling dragons and undead armies throughout various expansions. However, following the release of “Dragonflight,” fans had been eagerly anticipating a seafaring adventure as the theme for the next major expansion.

Speculation had been rife about the possibility of pirates taking center stage in the game’s upcoming expansion, but now, Blizzard’s top executive, Mike Ybarra, has unequivocally put an end to these rumors. In a recent post on X, he simply declared, “no pirates.”

World of Warcraft enthusiasts had been abuzz with excitement, anticipating the prospect of swashbuckling adventures on the high seas, complete with pirate-themed quests and locales. Many had hoped to see their beloved characters setting sail on epic journeys, encountering treacherous buccaneers, and unearthing hidden treasures beneath ocean waves.

While the announcement has left some fans disappointed, it also raises intriguing questions about what Blizzard has in store for the future of World of Warcraft. Ybarra’s statement has quashed the idea of a pirate-themed expansion for now, leaving players eager to uncover the new direction and adventures that await them in the World of Warcraft universe.

As the gaming community eagerly awaits further details and hints from Blizzard, one thing is for sure: the world of Azeroth is bound to evolve, offering players exciting challenges and epic stories, regardless of the theme chosen for the next expansion.