During the First War, Uther was an an apprentice to the priest Alonsus Faol. Stormwind's fall to the orcs made Alonsus to create the Knights of the Silver Hand and offered Uther to be a member. At Stratholme, Uther was the first paladin and member of the Silver Hand. He was later given the name Lightbringer for his battle in the Blackrock Spire during the Second War. Uther was killed by Arthas when he was defending Terenas' urn.