Chapter 451 Kael'thas and the Midnight Mage_3

The most important part was that Silvermoon City boasted a Mage Legion thousands strong, comprising of Archmages, Grand Magi, Grand Elementalists, Grand Astromancers; in short, a slew of grand titles.

After all, Elves had long lifespans, living for over a thousand years, and with the magical energy provided by the Sunwell, anyone with a bit of talent who put in a modest amount of effort could at least become an Archmage.

Over time, Silvermoon City had an abundance of Mages as common as dogs, with Archmages strolling everywhere.

By then, thousands of Mages defending the city walls with saturated magic attacks would turn the invading Orcs into mere cannon fodder, wouldn't they?

"Father, what about me?"

"You go back to Dalaran. You are our representative in Dalaran and the most powerful candidate for the next Guardian. Whether our people can control Dalaran now depends on you. Several Guardians have already emerged amongst humans; it's time for an Elven Guardian."