Gamers are an unending wellspring of creativity, andWorld of Warcraftfans are no exception. OneWorld of Warcraftfan has created a map of New York City and Skyrimin the iconic style of Azeroth’s world maps.
ConservationOfWumbo is a well-knownWorld of Warcraftfan and map-maker who is currently on a quest to recreate all 50 US states in the style ofWoW Classic. He recently decided to mix things up with an in-depth map of New York City, as well as another of theSkyrimregion fromTheElder Scrolls.
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The maps themselves are of the exquisite quality to be expected from ConservationOfWumbo. The map of New York City is designed in the style of theWorld of Warcrafthub city of Stormwind, down to the color-coded city districts. TheSkyrimmap has impeccable detail of the region, and could easily be used by fans ofElder Scrollsto navigate the world as well as an in-game map could. Both maps are so accurate to the style that those unfamiliar withWorld of Warcraftwould be unable to tell they aren’t from the game.
Though he has made other maps before, ConservationOfWumbo has not done a city map, or one of a non-Warcraftworld before. He has, however, created maps of almost half of the United States at this point, with no sign of slowing down. Meanwhile, otherWarcraftfans have made maps of nations in Europeand beyond, each using their artistic skills to mimic the MMO’s style. At this rate,World of Warcraftfans will have an Azeroth-style map of the entire globe.
World of Warcraftfans are understandably floored by ConservationOfWumbo’s maps. Though many were impressed by his skill, they enjoyed these two maps in particular, since they broke away from the tradition set by his other work.
Some fans, however, are getting tired of all theWorld of Warcraft-style maps flooding Reddit. On April Fools’ Day, some players posted images of classicWorld of Warcraftzones, claiming they made their ownClassic-style maps. While in good fun initially, a dozen others followed suit for several days after that, causing the meme to grow stale rather quickly.
Regardless, mostWorld of Warcraftfans hope ConservationOfWumboand the others continue making maps and sharing their creativity. All of ConservationOfWumbo’s work can be found on his Etsy, EthanolMaps, where they can be purchased as posters, postcards, on canvas.
