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The Lich King is a character from the World of Warcraft universe, known for his dark and twisted nature. His story begins with Arthas Menethil, the prince of Lordaeron. Arthas was a promising young knight, dedicated to protecting his kingdom from any threats.

However, as time went on, Arthas saw Lordaeron being consumed by a deadly plague called the Scourge. The Scourge was led by the powerful Lich King, who sought to spread his undead minions across Azeroth. Arthas, determined to save his kingdom, set out on a quest to end the Scourge threat once and for all.

In his pursuit of the Lich King, Arthas made many morally questionable decisions. He became willing to do whatever it took to defeat the Scourge, even if it meant sacrificing innocent lives. Along the way, Arthas encountered the cursed runeblade Frostmourne, which promised him immense power. Desperate for any advantage, Arthas took up Frostmourne and became bound to the Lich King's will.

With his new powers, Arthas began to lose his humanity and embraced his dark side. He purged the city of Stratholme, killing countless innocent citizens who were infected with the plague. In doing so, Arthas believed he was preventing the Scourge from spreading further, but his actions only furthered his descent into darkness.

Eventually, Arthas confronted his mentor, Uther the Lightbringer, and murdered him. This act solidified Arthas' transformation into the Lich King and severed his ties to his former life. With Uther's death, Arthas destroyed his connection to the Light, becoming a truly evil entity.

Arthas made his way to the icy continent of Northrend, where he used the powers of Frostmourne to shatter the Frozen Throne, freeing the Lich King's spirit. Arthas merged with the Lich King, becoming the new ruler of the Scourge. From his icy throne, the Lich King commanded the undead armies and launched an assault on Azeroth.

The Lich King's forces were eventually defeated by the combined efforts of the Horde and Alliance. The heroes stormed Icecrown Citadel, the Lich King's fortress, and fought their way to Arthas. In a climactic battle, Arthas was finally defeated, and his reign of terror came to an end.

However, the defeat of the Lich King came with a cost. Bolvar Fordragon, a noble paladin, sacrificed himself to become the new Lich King, ensuring that the Scourge would be contained and prevented from wreaking havoc on Azeroth.

Though the Lich King's rule may have ended, his legacy lives on, and the threat of the Scourge continues to loom over the world. The story of the Lich King serves as a cautionary tale of the dangers of unchecked power and the tragic consequences of succumbing to darkness.