Okay, NOBODY likes having to start working immediately when you wake up. Especially when it turns out literally every single one of your coworkers has called in dead. BUT THEN there's that twist where it's "bring your dragon to work day" and you're like "oh fuck yeah I'm really glad I climbed that tower" On today's episode, we're talking about as much Dragonflight stuff as we can, contemplating what the exodar tastes like, and we're drafting four NPCs to form a rock band with! Mixed Drink of the...
Apr 25, 2022•1 hr 22 min
Okay so...Thrall settled the orcs in a dry dusty desert we now know as Durotar because the heat and dust and whatever was supposed to be pennance...or something...right? But like...how bad could it really be? Azshara (the zone, not the weirdly sexy tentacle lady) is literally out Orgrimmar's back door and it's all foresty and shit. Thrall out here finessin' The podcast is just about a year old! Happy birthday, us! April 19th, same day as the xpac announcement! Mixed Drink of the Week (Woolly: Si...
Apr 18, 2022•1 hr 35 min
This week, we ponder the mystery that is jizz, find out what the Echo Isles tastes like as a shot, and we draft our top 4 most underappreciated zones in the game! Mixed drink of the week (Echo Isles - Gershom) as a shot: -2/3 shot Seagram's Jamaican Me Crazy -1/3 shot watermelon vodka as a mixed drink: -2 shots Seagram's Jamaican Me Crazy -1 shot watermelon vodka -mix with lemonade Next week: Woolly (Silvermoon City) Wow news Jeff Hamilton Leaves Blizzard https://www.wowhead.com/news/senior-game...
Apr 11, 2022•1 hr 18 min
Welcome to episode 40 of Thralls Balls! On today's show, we talk about Hell's janitor, contemplate what kind of shot could come out of the Undercity, and we draft our top 5 favorite lore characters. Mixed Drink of the Week - Bentolas: Undercity (The Blight) 1 shot coconut ciroq 1 shot sour apple pucker 1 shot of mountain dew splash of sour mix Next week: Gershom is up with *a mystery city* Anduin and Genn https://www.wowhead.com/news/whats-next-for-anduin-greymane-and-anduin-shadowlands-epilogue...
Apr 04, 2022•1 hr 33 min
From the TB headquarters on the foamy streets of Milwaukee, welcome to episode 39 of Thralls Balls. On today's episode, we catch up after a couple weeks, and we are drafting our top 5 most hated dungeons! Quick note for those who were unaware, I apologize for being gone two weeks in a row. For transparency, my dad died and I had a lot to tend to. But we're here now! And I'd also like to say thank you deeply, from the bottom of my heart, to everybody who reached out. We don't really need to dwell...
Mar 28, 2022•1 hr 10 min
On today's show, we have opinions to share, stories to tell, and a draft of our favorite dungeons! Mixed Drink of the Week: Dazar'alor (Gershom) -shot of Chi Chi's Long island Iced tea -shot of 99 watermelons Next week: Gnomeregan (Woolly) Please drink responsibly and legally. We are not liable for any consequences that may arise from your own choices. Sylvanas Excerpt from IGN https://www.wowhead.com/news/world-of-warcraft-sylvanas-prequel-novel-preview-from-ign-326175 Indications of WOTLK Clas...
Mar 07, 2022•1 hr 27 min
On today's episode, we've got stuff to say about 9.2, Bentolas becomes the first person other than Woolly to take on the mixed drink of the week, and we are drafting our top three favorite Mixed Drinks of the Week! If you'd like to, you can leave one at WarcraftRadio.com/directory. You can email us at ThrallsBallsPodcast@gmail.com. You can even leave one on iTunes if you've a mind to. You can tweet at us, as well. @ThrallsBallsPod If you have left one anywhere else, we aren't likely to have seen...
Feb 28, 2022•1 hr 13 min
From the TB headquarters on the foamy streets of Milwaukee, welcome to Thralls Balls episode 36. On today's show, we talk about 9.2, begin a brand new saga in the world of the mixed drink of the week, and draft the best in-game alcoholic beverages to stock our bar with. Mixed Drink of the Week (Oribos) Focus of this series is the shot! -small layer of honey whiskey -rest of shot filled with vodka -salt Either shoot it or mix it with Sprite! Next week, Bentolas is up with: Orgrimmar Microsoft Pre...
Feb 21, 2022•1 hr 8 min
Welcome to episode 35 of Thrall's Balls! Today's hosts: Woolly and Gershom On today's show: We conclude the class and spec series of mixed drinks, ponder what could become of cross-faction shenanigans, and we draft the best wow zones to have a party and/or vacation in! We forgot to mention last week, but Bentolas is out this week and next week as he had some commitments he has to attend to. Mixed Drink of the Week (Death and Decay - Blood DK) -1 shot jagermeister -Mountain Dew Code Red -5 or 6 m...
Feb 07, 2022•1 hr 12 min
On today's show: We mix up a Frost DK drink, contemplate the meaning of overthinking shit, and we draft a 5-person heist team made up of wow characters! Mixed Drink of the Week Fuck Yeah (Endless Winter - Frost DK) -1 COLD jager shot -blue gatorade -lime juice -powdered sugar on top Next week: Death And Decay (Blood DK) Tier Set Specifics https://www.wowhead.com/news/blizzard-reveals-specific-details-on-tier-sets-in-patch-9-2-creation-catalyst-325798 Mourne Fragment https://www.wowhead.com/news/...
Jan 31, 2022•1 hr 25 min
Hosted by Woolly, Gershom, and Bentolas! On today's show: Microsoft shows us the true power of money! Datamining continues to be a minefield! and we draft a dungeon team! Mixed Drink of the Week Outbreak - Unholy Death Knight -1 shot Jagermeister -Gummy worms -Mountain Dew Next week: Endless Winter - Frost DK WoW News Microsoft Buys Activision-Blizzard https://www.wowhead.com/news/microsoft-gaming-acquires-activision-blizzard-in-68-7b-gaming-deal-325637 https://www.wowhead.com/news/bobby-kotick-...
Jan 24, 2022•1 hr 1 min
This week, Woolly and Gershom hold down the fort and try a new recording method! Mixed Drink of the Week Deadly Poison - Assassination Rogue -1 shot rum -black pepper -cola -sour apple pop rocks Beacon of Light - Holy Paladin -1 shot jack daniels tennesee honey whiskey -cream soda -honey around inside of cup -stir that bitch up next week: Unholy Death Knight (Outbreak) Shards of Domination disabled in all 9.2 content https://www.wowhead.com/news/shards-of-domination-will-be-disabled-in-all-9-2-c...
Jan 17, 2022•52 min
This week, the gang makes the TB Draft an official segment! Stay tuned to see who drafts which race for...the third faction! mixed drink of the week (Protection Paladin - Shield of Vengeance) -1 shot cuervo gold -ginger ale -garnished with takis fuego meat stick "the holy fire in this drink shields you, burning away sobriety" next week: beacon of light - holy paladin ONLY partake of the mixed drink of the week (or any alcohol) if you are of legal ability to do so. We assume no responsibility for...
Dec 20, 2021•56 min
I think it's safe to say this is one of the darkest times in Wow's history. Between gameplay a lot of people are unhappy with and all the actiblizz sexual harrassment problems coming out, wow isn't as popular as it once was. I just want to say thank you to everybody who is here with us, listening to the show. I know there's at least a couple of you who don't play anymore but still listen, and I want to say thank you. I have hope that one day wow will be back on a stronger leg and our community c...
Dec 13, 2021•56 min
This week, the gang catches up on a missed week (Thanks a LOT, IRL!) and Woolly debuts his first WoW Parody Song in honor of Legion Timewalking, more specifically the Timewalking Mage Tower. Song: It's Tricky Original Artist: Run DMC Mixed Drink of the week (Bladestorm - Arms Warrior) -1 shot tequila -Orange juice -hot sauce -SHAKEN Next week: Ret Paladin: Wake of Ashes The Great Push Proving Grounds https://www.wowhead.com/news/the-great-push-season-2-proving-grounds-have-begun-earn-your-tormen...
Dec 07, 2021•55 min
This week brings the announcement of The Swingaz, the official Thralls Balls horde guild on Area 52-US! Whisper Mmoosuh (or hit up Woolly on any of the socials listed below) or join our discord at ThrallsBalls.com for more information! mixed drink of the week (Rampage - Fury warrior) -1 shot tequila -red bull -1 drop grenadine Kotick Issues https://www.wowhead.com/news/the-wall-street-journal-report-on-jen-oneals-departure-from-activision-blizzard-324913 https://www.wowhead.com/news/activision-b...
Nov 22, 2021•56 min
This week, Bent is out for a few weeks while he wraps up moving house. In the meantime, Gershom and Woolly hold down the fort! Our guests this week are Aaron and Cubbybub! Check out their stuff: Cubbybub on Twitter: @Splashomagic Cubbybub on Instagram: @Cleffabless Aaron on Twitter: @TheBigACheesy Aaron on Twitch: @AaronDNR Do Not Relent! podcast: Twitter and Instagram: @donotrelentpod Literary musings on donotrelent.livejournal.com Immunization on Twitch: @ImmunizationDNR Mixed Drink of the Wee...
Nov 15, 2021•1 hr 16 min
This week, the gang tries something new for the question of the week. Stick around for the first ever TB draft! Mixed Drink of the Week (Death Chakram - Beast Mastery Hunter) (yes, we know all three specs get it, but hush) This is a SHOT rather than a mixed drink can be taken as a shot or can be dropped into your drink -lil bit of tequila -vodka -sugar -lemon juice next week: Shield Wall - Protection Warrior Wow News Jen Oneal Stepping Down https://www.wowhead.com/news/jen-oneal-announces-depart...
Nov 08, 2021•1 hr 8 min
This week, Gershom, Bentolas, and Woolly almost completely ignore the fact that they're recording on Halloween. Happy spooky season y'all! Join us in Discord: ThrallsBalls.com Mixed Drink of the Week (Barrage - Marksmanship Hunter): - 1 shot of Jose Cuervo - orange juice - hot sauce ABK, Commitment to Change https://www.wowhead.com/news/bobby-kotick-takes-pay-cut-and-waives-arbitration-at-abk-during-commitment-to-324660 BlizzConline 2022 Cancelled https://news.blizzard.com/en-us/blizzcon/2373800...
Nov 01, 2021•52 min
This week, the gang is really looking forward to 9.1.5! Join us in Discord by going to ThrallsBalls.com Mixed Drink of the Week (Wildfire Bomb - Survival Hunter) - Orange Kickstart - 1 shot Jagermeister - drop in 1 flaming shot* of Jack Daniels Tennesee Honey Whiskey *if you cannot get your whiskey to light, just hold the flame to the surface for a little bit Please drink legally and responsibly. We are not liable for anything that may occur as consequences of your choices. ActiBlizz "cleaning h...
Oct 25, 2021•53 min
This week, the episode is two days delayed - but it's okay! We did it on purpose ;) Join our Discord server by going to ThrallsBalls.com Our apologies for there not being an episode last week. We experienced some technical difficulties that royally messed things up. Mixed Drink of the Week Last week (the lost episode :O ) Lava Lash - Enhancement Shaman - Orange Gatorade - 1 shot of Fireball - garnish with a fudge brownie This week Crash Lightning - Elemental Shaman - 1 shot vodka - mountain dew ...
Oct 22, 2021•1 hr 13 min
****TRIGGER WARNING**** brief discussion of suicide 44:00-45:17 This week, Gershom and Woolly are joined by special guest Adorno! Bentolas is off raiding because we're recording on an out-of-the-ordinary day. Don't worry, Bent will be back next week! Go to ThrallsBalls.com to join our Discord server! Mixed Drink of the Week: Riptide - Resto Shaman - 1 shot gin - tonic water - blue sugar on the rim and in the drink Classic Restart https://classic.wowhead.com/news/world-of-warcraft-classic-restart...
Oct 04, 2021•57 min
This week, Woolly and Gershom hold down the staticky fort! Mixed Drink of the Week: Eye Beam (Havoc Demon Hunter) - 1 shot jager - sprinkle of sugar - 1 shot vodka - mountain dew - hot sauce Legacy Raid Tuning https://www.wowhead.com/news/nighthold-legacy-raid-tuning-mythic-guldan-nerfed-in-patch-9-1-5-324286 https://www.wowhead.com/news/mythic-antorus-bosses-are-easier-to-solo-in-patch-9-1-5-aggramar-imonar-coven-of-324287 Efflorescence Visual https://www.wowhead.com/news/new-efflorescence-visu...
Sep 27, 2021•45 min
This week, Bentolas, Gershom, and Woolly discuss the finer things in life - like Mac N Cheese (homemade, not store-bought, but definitely also an elemental). Join the discord at ThrallsBalls.com! Mixed Drink of the Week: Fiery Brand (Vengeance Demon Hunter) -1 shot fireball -1 shot lemon juice -mountain dew -yellow sugar "sigil" around rim of cup ABK lawsuit re: forced arbitration https://www.nlrb.gov/case/31-CA-282822 Paintings in WoW https://www.wowhead.com/news/vanilla-wall-paintings-hd-updat...
Sep 20, 2021•58 min
This week, the gang does their usual bullshit. Nobody reads this anyway. Yeah, go to ThrallsBalls.com. Mixed Drink of the Week: Moonfire - Balance Druid -1 shot vodka -white cherry powerade mixer -1 shot of lemon juice Torghast Changes https://www.wowhead.com/news/torghast-changes-with-patch-9-1-5-increased-soul-cinders-full-rewards-on-repeat-324106 MAGE TOWER?!?!??!?!?! https://www.wowhead.com/news/return-of-the-mage-tower-hinted-in-patch-9-1-5-datamining-324115 Mac'Aree renamed Eredath https:/...
Sep 13, 2021•57 min
This week, Woolly and Gershom regale us with stories of what Woolly refuses to call TB-Con. Meanwhile Bentolas is on an island or something. Go to ThrallsBalls.com to join us on Discord! Mixed Drink of the Week: Blood in the Water - Feral Druid - Grenadine (A shot of it is enough) - Sprite (half of the drink) - Raspberry White Claw (the other half of the drink) Weather effects in cities live already https://www.wowhead.com/news/faction-capital-weather-effects-on-live-servers-rain-and-thunderstor...
Sep 07, 2021•54 min
Discord: discord.gg/HuFkhagM3Z Today the gang coins the terms "hosties" and "bosties." Meanwhile, butt-chugging and drugs casually come up in conversation. That was going to be the name of the episode, but I just couldn't do it. I mean, nobody's down here reading this anyway, sooooooo.... Mixed Drink of the Week (Guardian Druid TAKE TWO: Iron Fur) -1 shot honey whiskey -1 or 2 dash(es) of hot sauce -A sprinkle of black pepper -Mix with cola 9.1.5!! https://www.wowhead.com/news/shadowlands-develo...
Aug 30, 2021•1 hr 11 min
This week, the fort is held down by Gershom and Woolly whilst Bent attends to some real-life issues. Join us as we talk about...well, a lot, really. Mixed Drink of the Week (Iron Fur - guardian druid) -1 shot of vodka -fill half the cup with Dr. Pepper -fill half the cup with Bloody Mary mix -add black pepper to your preference 9.1.5 Customizations https://www.wowhead.com/news/5-natural-hair-color-options-for-void-elves-coming-in-patch-9-1-5-323871 Windows Defender issues https://www.wowhead.com...
Aug 23, 2021•1 hr 7 min
This week, the gang talks about lore, some books, the news, and of course...sh*tting one's pants. Join the discord! discord.gg/HuFkhagM3Z Mixed Drink of the Week: Lifebloom (Restoration druid) -1 shot Deep Eddy Lemon -Mint leaves (whole, not crushed unless youd like to) -Mountain Dew Baja Blast Please only partake of the mixed drink of the week or any alcohol if you are of legal age and sound reasoning to do so. We are not to be held responsible for anything that may arise should you choose to d...
Aug 16, 2021•1 hr 10 min
If you missed it, we put out a mini-episode discussing the situation with the sexual harassment lawsuit currently out against Blizzard. We want to keep that separate from our regularly scheduled episodes because it feels disingenuous to follow something like that up with inappropriate jokes and drinking. If you don't want to listen to it, the short version is we stand with women. Mixed Drink of the Week: As a reminder, please only partake if you are of legal age to do so. We are not responsible ...
Jul 26, 2021•1 hr 5 min
