"Take heed of the truths that lie herein, for they are the living legacy of the Horadrim."
— Intro blurb(src)
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| Book of Tyrael | |
| Author(s) | Matt Burns |
| Artist(s) | Various |
| Pages | 164 |
| Publisher | Insight Editions |
| Published | October 22, 2013 |
| Binding | Hardcover |
The Book of Tyrael is a Diablo series sourcebook.
The book is similar to the Book of Cain, depicting in-universe writing and illustrations. Such writings/artwork comes from characters such as Tyrael, Leah, and Deckard Cain. The book also features a fully removable family tree,[1] depicting the normal and corrupted versions of Leoric's family line.[2]
Description
One of the most exciting and visceral action role-playing games in recent memory, Diablo® has become a worldwide gaming phenomenon. Diablo III: Book of Tyrael takes fans even further into the universe with a detailed and beautifully crafted artifact that focuses on the renowned champion Tyrael. As a former archangel of the High Heavens, he ranks among the most important and influential characters in the Diablo franchise. Here, in this illustrated and comprehensive tome, he reveals never-before-known secrets about the history of the world, the dark threats that yet face mankind, and his decision to join the ranks of humanity as a mortal. In Tyrael’s own words, “Forevermore we shall stand together, angels and men, in the light of this glorious new dawn.”[3]
Development
Book of Tyrael followed up from Book of Cain in as much that it was to cover material that the original sourcebook did not have time or room to cover (e.g. Adria's backstory). Additionally, it was designed to tie-in with game content and serve as a bridge between Diablo III and Reaper of Souls. The book was originally going to be titled "Book of Leah," featuring Leah's notes, and the book's structure and tome reflecting this. Originally, Tyrael would take over in terms of the in-universe writing. As the book was developed, the writers realized that the book was really Tyrael's, so the name was changed along with other adjustments. Leah herself was the focus of additional character development.
Other examples of cut content include the faction and character lists. However, even these were subject to time and space constraints. Cut info may be implemented in a future tome.[4]
References
- ↑ 2013-05-29, Diablo III: Book of Tyrael Coming This October. Blizzard Entertainment, accessed on 2013-05-29
- ↑ New York Comic Con 2013 – Diablo III: Book of Tyrael Book Signing Schedule, Blizzplanet. Accessed on 2013-09-29
- ↑ Diablo III: Book of Tyrael, Amazon. Accessed on 2013-07-03
- ↑ 2013-10-24, Blizzplanet Interview – Micky Neilson & Matt Burns Discuss Diablo III: Book of Tyrael. Blizzplanet, accessed on 2013-10-26
The Sin War — Birthright • Scales of the Serpent • The Veiled Prophet
Compilations — Diablo Archive • Sin War Archive • Heroes Rise, Darkness Falls • Tales from the Horadric Library
Comic Compilations — Tales of Sanctuary • Sword of Justice
Sourcebooks — Deckard Cain's Journal • Writings of Abd al-Hazir • Book of Cain • Book of Tyrael • The Story of Diablo • Garwulf's Corner • Blizzard Entertainment: The Definitive A to Z • Book of Adria: A Diablo Bestiary
Stay Awhile and Listen — How Two Blizzards Unleashed Diablo and Forged a Video-Game Empire • Heaven, Hell, and Cow Levels • Book III
Art Books — The Art of Diablo III • The Art of Blizzard • The Art of Diablo III: Reaper of Souls • Diablo III Deluxe Hardcover Sketchbook • Blizzard Cosplay: Tips, Tricks and Hints • The BlizzCon Book: A Celebration of Our Community • The Art of Diablo • Blizzard 30th Anniversary Journal • Forging Worlds: Stories Behind the Art of Blizzard Entertainment • The Sanctuary Tarot Deck and Guidebook Cards
Short Stories — The Initiate • Long Road's End • Hatred and Discipline • Wayfarer • Unyielding • Firefly • Doubtwalker • Theater Macabre: The Dark Exile • The Hunger • The End of Her Journey • The Orphan and the Jeweler • Brothers in Arms • Middlewick • Turn of a Card • The Chosen
Proposed/Canceled — A Kingdom for a Sword • The Fate of Siggard • Angels of Darkness, Soldiers of Light • Last of His Kind • Diablo
