Tides of Darkness missions ( demo ) Note : This is an early version of the missions and storyline seen in the . It shares similar mission objectives , but the map designs and briefings are slightly different . The Alliance campaign follows the same route as in the retail version . However , while the Horde campaign leads to the similar outcome as in the retail version ( the destruction of southern Lordaeron ) , the route the Horde takes to reach Lordaeron is different ( through Khaz Modan rather than Zul ' dare ) . The locations in Khaz Modan are different than areas established in the retail version and later sources of lore . However , the mission objectives for each Horde mission remains the same as in the retail . Orc Campaign ( game demo ) . I . Tol Ronal . At last the long wait is over and the time to hunt down the renegade human s has come . Scout s report that there is an alliance base in the northlands of Khaz Modan . This base must be destroyed so that the Horde can pursue the cowardly humans . You must establish an outpost near the humans ' base to secure the area for the main Horde strikeforce that will follow . This outpost must consist of four farm s , a Barracks , and a troll Lumbermill . Only after the area is secure can an attack against the humans be made . II . Dun Argath . With the new outpost keeping close watch over the human encampment , a Horde strikeforce has been able to enter the region . A large amount of oil must be secured to construct the transport s that will carry the Horde ' s warrior s across the channel to the unsuspecting humans . You must construct four Oil Derricks and guard them from the Alliance naval forces so that the construction of these transports can begin . III . Thandol . The Horde is preparing to launch a massive assault the mainland of Lordaeron . Alliance forces guard two strategic sites within a network of newly formed ice bridges that create a barrier our warship s cannot pass . In order to launch an attack against these Alliance towns you must claim one of these strategic sites and build up your forces . Once your armies are in place , proceed to destroy all the defenders of Lordaeron . Epilogue . Now that you have routed the pitiful towns of Hillsbrad and Tarren Mill , there remains but one thing to do . Go buy the retail version of " " ! Only then will you be able to command the rest of our mighty forces against the Alliance . Only through practice and discipline can your dreams of domination be fulfilled - and to truly become proficient , you will need more than the shareware version . . . Human Campaign ( game demo ) . I . Hillsbrad . Due to your position as regional commander of the southern defense forces , Lord Terenas commands that you raise an outpost in the Hillsbrad foothills . It is rumored that Orc ish marauder s have been raiding coastal towns in the area , but whether these attacks are part of a greater Horde offensive is , as yet , unknown . Your outpost is to consist of a farming community of at least four Farm s and an Elven Lumber Mill . You must construct a Barracks in order to safeguard the Hillsbrad operation . Your base will serve to give advance warning of Orcish troop movements in the area and is an essential part of securing Alliance operations . II . Southshore . Based on information from your scouts at the Hillsbrad outpost , the Alliance believes that the Orc s are operating from a hidden location in the southern islands . Daelin Proudmoore , lord of Kul Tiras , and Grand Admiral of the Lordaeron Fleet , has ordered that you begin preliminary construction of naval facilities . Your craftsman will require a Shipyard and vast amounts of oil to build seagoing vessels . III . Zul ' dare . Alliance scout s have reported that there is a secret Horde Stronghold nearby . Having established some order in the region with an initial display of naval power , Admiral Proudmoore advises that the Alliance forces strike now , while the opportunity still exists . This Stronghold is sure to be heavily guarded and prepared for even the greatest assault , so you must use all your available forces in the attack . This should prove to be your most difficult assignment yet . Epilogue . Having destroyed the Orc Stronghold , the Alliance will be safe from Orcish incursions - but only for a short time . The Alliance has desperate need of trained generals to lead our forces into the battles that are sure to come against the Horde . You must open the treasure troves of your kingdom to assist in the great struggle ahead . Only through your contributions and supreme leadership will the peoples of Lordaeron and Azeroth remain free !