Dun Algaz

Dun Algaz is a mountainous region between Loch Modan and the Wetlands. It is bordered by Loch Modan and the Wetlands. It has existed since the time of the War of the Three Hammers. Most commonly associated with Dun Algaz is the Fortress of Dun Algaz, a Dwarf construction of formidable size. Originally controlled by the Kingdom of Ironforge, during the Second War, the Orcish Horde washed over Khaz Modan, routing many Dwarves from their Citadels. Dun Algaz fell to the Horde, particularly orcs of the Dragonmaw Clan, and was never recaptured. To this day, Dun Algaz remains the oldest Horde outpost in Khaz Modan still in Orcish hands. The Dragonmaw Clan controlled the decaying dwarven fortress in isolation for more than twenty years, hostile to the Alliance and the New Horde, until finally, the Dragonmaw Clan rejoined the New Horde on Garrosh Hellscream's invitation, making Dun Algaz a New Horde outpost.

Dun Algaz's greatest value has always been its strategic position. Lying directly between Dun Morogh, Loch Modan and the Wetlands, it offers a prime staging ground into all regions of Khaz Modan. Travel between the Dwarf homelands is far more dangerous as a result of the Horde occupation and anyone passing through Dun Algaz must be either powerful or swift.