During Gamescom Opening Night Live, Blizzard officially unveiled "Midnight," the latest "World of Warcraft" expansion, and revealed a stunning cinematic trailer. The expansion's core narrative will return to Quel'thalas, the ancestral home of the Blood Elves, making this long-neglected region the central stage once more. 
According to official descriptions, "Midnight" will kick off with the Void antagonist Xal'atath attacking the Sunwell. Players will fight alongside Blood Elf leader Lor'themar Theron to defend this sacred Blood Elf site. As the story progresses, the entire Quel'thalas map will undergo a complete revamp, including remade zones like Eversong Woods and Zul'Aman, as well as two entirely new areas: The Root-Bound Lands of Hallowfall and the otherworldly Voidstorm.
Regarding character and class systems, Blizzard has not introduced a new class. However, a new allied race, the Arathi, has been added, and Demon Hunters will receive a new mid-range specialization. 
Additionally, Void Elves will be able to become Demon Hunters for the first time. To enhance the new player experience, the developers are also introducing more catch-up features, including a Story Mode for "World of Warcraft: Dragonflight" raids. Furthermore, the familiar Dragonriding system will be streamlined, and the bothersome vigor bar will be officially removed.
Blizzard stated that "World of Warcraft: Midnight" is slated for an official release in 2026, with more details to be revealed throughout Gamescom.
via： IGN