Ok, it's certainly possible that this has been asked (and answered) before, but searching through tons of threads to find a relevant answer detracts from leveling more alts. I know, it's an obsession.
So my question is this: Why, if Eastern Kingdoms and Kalimdor were so bonecrushingly devastated by the reemergence of Deathwing, is Northrend entirely untouched? Northrend is, after all, part of Azeroth as well and was even being affected by the flux in elemental activity. However, come the shattering, Northrend is exactly the same and has somehow completely escaped the clutches of the powerful Deathwing. Is the mighty dragon afraid of the Lich King (Bolvar) and his scourge, or is it just too chilly?
Yes I'm sure I'll get plenty of negative responses here calling me all sorts of fathomable names, that is after all what these boards are mostly for it seems, but if anyone has a blue post or a lore tidbit (perhaps from the shattering novel?) to share, it would be much appreciated.