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{{for|the class as it appears in [[Diablo Immortal]]|Demon Hunter (Diablo Immortal)}}
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{{for|the class as it appears in [[Diablo III]]|Demon Hunter (Diablo III)}}
 
{{Quote|My family was butchered by hellspawn. To witness such a thing is enough to leave your mind in ruins. The madness killed [[Halissa|my sister]], and left me frightened and alone. Until I was rescued. Rescued by survivors, who had joined together to rid the world of the creatures of Hell. They saw in me the strength to resist the demons. And they forged me into a weapon. Now, I am ready. [[Tyrael|A meteor]] has fallen in [[Tristram]], and the dead have risen in its wake. I will send them back to their graves. Once, I was hunted. Now...I am the hunter.|A Demon Hunter|Diablo III}}
  
{{Quote|My family was butchered by hellspawn. To witness such a thing is enough to leave your mind in ruins. The madness killed [[Halissa|my sister]], and left me frightened and alone. Until I was rescued. Rescued by survivors, who had joined together to rid the world of the creatures of Hell. They saw in me the strength to resist the demons. And they forged me into a weapon. Now, I am ready. [[Tyrael|A meteor]] has fallen in [[Tristram]], and the dead have risen in its wake. I will send them back to their graves. Once, I was hunted. Now...I am the hunter.|A Demon Hunter|Diablo III}}
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The '''Demon Hunter''' is the fifth ''[[Diablo III]]'' class. It is based around ranged combat.
  
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|Appearances = ''[[Diablo Immortal]]''<br/>''[[Diablo III]]'' (player determinant)<br/>''[[Diablo III: Reaper of Souls]]'' (player determinant)<br/>''[[Book of Cain]]''<br/>''[[Hatred and Discipline (short story)|Hatred and Discipline]]''<br/>''[[The Hunger]]''
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The '''Demon Hunters''' are a group of [[human]]s based in the [[Dreadlands]], dedicated to hunting [[demon]]s.
   
 
==Lore==
  
==Lore==
 
{{Quote|Rage. Hate. Fear. They all feed upon one another. A demon hunter learns how to direct hate. But such a balance is precarious. And when that balance is lost, the cycle begins: Hate begets Destruction. Destruction begets Terror as Terror begets Hate.|[[Josen]]|Hatred and Discipline (short story)}}
  
{{Quote|Rage. Hate. Fear. They all feed upon one another. A demon hunter learns how to direct hate. But such a balance is precarious. And when that balance is lost, the cycle begins: Hate begets Destruction. Destruction begets Terror as Terror begets Hate.|[[Josen]]|Hatred and Discipline (short story)}}
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[[File:Demon Hunters.jpg|thumb|A group of Demon Hunters]]
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[[File:Demon Hunters.jpg|thumb|left|A group of Demon Hunters]]
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Demon Hunters are relentless vigilantes who execute their infernal targets with an arsenal of ranged weapons at their full disposal. They crouch and take aim far from danger, relying on bows, deadly traps, and projectiles to swiftly bring an end to the creatures that haunt [[Sanctuary|their world]]. With sweeping blasts of shot, wide salvos of arrows and timed explosives at their disposal, Demon Hunters excel at devastating groups of foes who cluster together. Hunters’ pinpoint accuracy also allows them to deal with stronger monsters at a distance: they can snipe at key targets or fall back while snapping off kill shots at advancing foes.However, demon hunters’ focus on ranged combat and limited melee-weapons training leave them in danger when they’re cornered or surrounded. Evasive skills like defensive rolls and jumps, as well as targeted attacks that hamstring and slow enemies, are as crucial to survival as any arrow in a hunter’s quiver.
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Demon Hunters are relentless vigilantes who execute their infernal targets with an arsenal of ranged weapons at their full disposal. They crouch and take aim far from danger, relying on [[bows]] and [[crossbows]], deadly traps, and projectiles to swiftly bring an end to the creatures that haunt [[Sanctuary|their world]]. With sweeping blasts of shot, wide salvos of arrows and timed explosives at their disposal, Demon Hunters excel at devastating groups of foes who cluster together. Hunters’ pinpoint accuracy also allows them to deal with stronger monsters at a distance: they can snipe at key targets or fall back while snapping off kill shots at advancing foes. However, Demon Hunters’ focus on ranged combat and limited melee-weapons training leave them in danger when they’re cornered or surrounded. Evasive skills like defensive rolls and jumps, as well as targeted attacks that hamstring and slow enemies, are as crucial to survival as any arrow or bolt in a hunter’s [[Quivers|quiver]].
   
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[[File:Escudo.png|thumb|The Demon Hunter sigil|left]]
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[[File:Demon Hunter vs Fallen.jpg|thumb|A Demon Hunter in battle]]
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Sworn to the destruction of the creatures of the [[Burning Hells]],<ref name="Writings" /> the Demon Hunters are few in number<ref name="DemonHunter" />&mdash;only in the hundreds<ref name="Writings">''[[Writings of Abd al-Hazir#Entry 35: The Demon Hunters|The Writings of Abd al-Hazir: The Demon Hunters]]''</ref> and do not owe their allegiance to any one king or country. Rather, Demon Hunters are those who have lost their homes and loved ones to [[demon]]spawn. When their homes are burnt and their families butchered by demons, most newly scarred refugees give up on living – but a few bury their dead, band together, and swear vengeance.<ref name="DemonHunter" /> It was from one such act that the creed of the Demon Hunters was created.<ref>''[[Diablo III]]'', ''[[Danetta's Spite]]''</ref>
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In the year [[Timeline#1270|1270]], the Demon Hunters were just starting to form.<ref>2018-11-03, [https://blizzardwatch.com/2018/11/03/blizzcon-2018-diablo-qa-liveblog/ BlizzCon 2018 Diablo Q&A Liveblog]. ''Blizzard Watch'', accessed on 2018-11-09</ref> Sworn to the destruction of the creatures of the [[Burning Hells]],<ref name="Writings" /> the Demon Hunters are few in number<ref name="DemonHunter" />&mdash;only in the hundreds<ref name="Writings">''[[Writings of Abd al-Hazir#Entry 35: The Demon Hunters|The Writings of Abd al-Hazir: The Demon Hunters]]''</ref> and do not owe their allegiance to any one king or country. Rather, Demon Hunters are those who have lost their homes and loved ones to [[demon]]spawn. When their homes are burned down and their families butchered by demons, most newly scarred refugees give up on living – but a few bury their dead, band together, and swear vengeance.<ref name="DemonHunter" /> It was from one such act that the creed of the Demon Hunters was created.<ref>''[[Diablo III]]'', ''[[Danetta's Spite]]''</ref> Most Demon Hunters are recruited into the order as children.<ref>2018-11-17, [http://diablo.blizzplanet.com/blog/comments/blizzcon-2018-diablo-immortal-world-and-qa-panel-transcript/3 BlizzCon 2018 Diablo Immortal World and Q&A Panel Transcript]. ''Blizzplanet'', accessed on 2018-11-20</ref>
   
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There is something in all Demon Hunters that gives them the strength to resist the demonic corruption that would drive lesser men to madness. They hone this power, for their resistance to this taint enables them to use the demons' power as a weapon.<ref name="Writings" /> Yet they dare not dream of victory, or, even less likely, peace. They cannot hope to return to their former lives, and are perpetually at war within themselves, striving to balance their hatred of demons with the need for discipline. But still, they hunt, hoping that if they can save but one life from the forces of [[Burning Hells|Hell]], the world will be better for it. Haunted by their pasts and fueled by vengeance in the present, they can do nothing else.<ref name="DemonHunter">[http://us.battle.net/d3/en/class/demon-hunter/ Classes: Demon Hunter], ''Blizzard Entertainment''. Accessed on 2013-07-03</ref>
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There is something in all Demon Hunters that gives them the strength to resist the demonic corruption that would drive lesser men to madness. They hone this power, for their resistance to this taint enables them to use the demons' power as a weapon.<ref name="Writings" /> Yet they dare not dream of victory, or, even less likely, peace. They cannot hope to return to their former lives, and are perpetually at war within themselves, striving to balance their hatred for demons with the need of discipline. But still, they hunt, hoping that if they can save even but one life from the forces of [[Burning Hells|Hell]], the world will be better for it. Haunted by their pasts and fueled by vengeance in the present, they can do nothing else.<ref name="DemonHunter">[http://us.battle.net/d3/en/class/demon-hunter/ Classes: Demon Hunter], ''Blizzard Entertainment''. Accessed on 2013-07-03</ref>
   
 
[[File:artwork-class-demonhunter02-large.jpg|thumb|A female Demon Hunter]]
  
[[File:artwork-class-demonhunter02-large.jpg|thumb|A female Demon Hunter]]
 
Demon Hunters are feared by some of the same people they aim to save. Some say that Demon Hunters are no better than the demons they hunt, that they bring death and destruction with them. And indeed, sometimes, a Demon Hunter loses their ability to control their fear or hatred, and consequently lose themselves to their violent impulses.<ref name="HaD">''[[Hatred and Discipline (short story)|Hatred and Discipline]]''</ref> Criminals among the Demon Hunters are given three days worth of food and water and banished.<ref>''[[Diablo III]]'', ''[[Kormac]] Dialogue''</ref> Many Demon Hunters' eyes glow with hellfire, due to peering into demons and seeing vengeance.<ref name="HaD" />
  
Demon Hunters are feared by some of the same people they aim to save. Some say that Demon Hunters are no better than the demons they hunt, that they bring death and destruction with them. And indeed, sometimes, a Demon Hunter loses their ability to control their fear or hatred, and consequently lose themselves to their violent impulses.<ref name="HaD">''[[Hatred and Discipline (short story)|Hatred and Discipline]]''</ref> Criminals among the Demon Hunters are given three days worth of food and water and banished.<ref>''[[Diablo III]]'', ''[[Kormac]] Dialogue''</ref> Many Demon Hunters' eyes glow with hellfire, due to peering into demons and seeing vengeance.<ref name="HaD" />
   
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The Demon Hunter order is currently based in the [[Dreadlands]]. This is so they can live and train without the interference of any nation that would worry over having such a group camped within its borders.<ref name="Writings" /> Additionally, the abundance of demons and other foul creatures in the area gives recruits plenty of opportunities to hone their skills.<ref name="BoC">''[[Book of Cain]]''</ref> At any given point in time, over half of the Demon Hunters are operating outside the Dreadlands, hunting down hellspawn wherever they may be found in Sanctuary.<ref name="Writings" /> Few traditions exist within the order, as every Demon Hunter must walk their own path. However, a master can still train an apprentice Demon Hunter, and may even pass on their armor to their apprentice&mdash;an honor that few apprentices would refuse.<ref>''[[Heroes of the Storm]]'', ''[[Valla]] Master Skin Lore''</ref>
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The Demon Hunter order is currently based in the [[Dreadlands]]. This is so they can live and train without the interference of any nation that would worry over having such a group camped within its borders.<ref name="Writings" /> Additionally, the abundance of demons and other foul creatures in the area gives recruits plenty of opportunities to hone their skills.<ref name="BoC">''[[Book of Cain]]''</ref> At any given point in time, over half of the Demon Hunters are operating outside the Dreadlands, hunting down hellspawn wherever they may be found in Sanctuary.<ref name="Writings" /> Few traditions exist within the order, as every Demon Hunter must walk their own path. However, a master can still train an apprentice Demon Hunter, and may even pass on their armor to their apprentice&mdash;an honor that few apprentices would refuse.<ref>''[[Heroes of the Storm]]'', ''[[Valla]] Master Skin Lore''</ref> The Demon Hunter order is led by the Order-masters; only those who fully temper their hatred with discipline earn the right to bear their sigil.<ref>''[[Heroes of the Storm]]'', ''Demon Hunter Warbanner''</ref> Trainee Demon Hunters are referred to as neophytes.<ref>''[[Heroes of the Storm]]'', ''Valla Ordermaster Lore''</ref>
   
 
===Tactics and Capabilities===
  
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{{Quote|We can wear the [[demon]]s’ armaments, their very flesh, upon our bodies, and become something more than [[human]] — a nightmare reflection of demonkind — to sow chaos and [[death]] among them.|[[Esche Maithe]]|Marauder's Carapace}}
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{{Quote|We can wear the [[demon]]s’ armaments, their very flesh, upon our bodies, and become something more than [[human]] — a nightmare reflection of demonkind — to sow chaos and [[death]] among them.|[[Esche Maithe]]|Marauder's Carapace}}[[File:ss108-hires.jpg|thumb|left|Demon Hunter attire]]
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Demon Hunters train to hold back the darkness with unconventional combinations of weaponry and fighting styles that only they can employ. They are masters of the [[Hand Crossbows|hand crossbow]] – quick-reloading, fast-firing ranged weapons that they use to turn demons into their temporary quivers. Demon Hunters are so adept in the hand crossbow’s use that they can dual wield them. Other elements of their arsenal include longbows, grenades, and hand-thrown weapons. When hunting packs of demons, Demon Hunters rely on traps to deal with their foes. Demon Hunters can also wield [[shadow magic|apocryphal magics]], to sneak through the shadows and deal with their prey, or escape their foes' notice.
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[[File:ss108-hires.jpg|thumb|left|Demon Hunter attire]]
  
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Demon Hunters train to hold back the darkness with unconventional combinations of weaponry and fighting styles that only they can employ. They are masters of the [[Hand Crossbows|hand crossbow]] – quick-reloading, fast-firing ranged weapons that they use to turn demons into their temporary quivers. Demon Hunters are so adept in the hand crossbow’s use that they can dual wield them. Other elements of their arsenal include longbows, grenades, and hand-thrown weapons. When hunting packs of demons, Demon Hunters rely on traps to deal with their foes. Demon Hunters can also wield [[shadow magic|apocyral magics]], to sneak through the shadows and deal with their prey, or escape their foes' notice.
  
   
 
Fledgling Demon Hunters wear light, flexible leather to guard their wrists and throat, and hoods to hide their faces and blend in with shadows. As they grow in skill, they may don more protective armor, that also allows them to store more of the gear on which they rely to hunt their foes.<ref name="DemonHunter" /> Demon Hunters can also wear armor worn by demons, and can even wear demons' flesh in an effort to sow chaos and death among their foes.<ref>''[[Diablo III]]'', ''[[Marauder's Carapace]]''</ref> Fear is one of the greatest weapons in a Demon Hunter's arsenal, and whenever possible, they use this to make their foes break ranks so they can be picked off.<ref>''[[Diablo III]]'', ''[[Marauder's Spines]]''</ref>
  
Fledgling Demon Hunters wear light, flexible leather to guard their wrists and throat, and hoods to hide their faces and blend in with shadows. As they grow in skill, they may don more protective armor, that also allows them to store more of the gear on which they rely to hunt their foes.<ref name="DemonHunter" /> Demon Hunters can also wear armor worn by demons, and can even wear demons' flesh in an effort to sow chaos and death among their foes.<ref>''[[Diablo III]]'', ''[[Marauder's Carapace]]''</ref> Fear is one of the greatest weapons in a Demon Hunter's arsenal, and whenever possible, they use this to make their foes break ranks so they can be picked off.<ref>''[[Diablo III]]'', ''[[Marauder's Spines]]''</ref>
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==In-game==
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[[File:Armadura.jpg|thumb|Class armor progression]]
  
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The Demon Hunter was the last ''Diablo III'' class to be revealed, done so during Blizzcon 2010. The Demon Hunter was introduced as a character built around ranged combat. They can dual-wield crossbows, launch explosives, place traps, and cast shadow magic (which complements their dark nature). Due to these capabilities, this class is apparently a combination of both the [[Amazon]] and [[Assassin]] classes from [[Diablo II]]. Blizzard made the Demon Hunter darker than the other classes as they wanted a character that would have a different feel from the others.
  
   
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Demon Hunters mostly use [[Physical]] damage, with a portion of [[Fire]] skills, but can tune their skills to deal [[Lightning Damage|Lightning]] or [[Cold]] damage. Some, very few, runes were originally dealing [[Poison]] damage as well, but were changed to Cold after patch 2.1.2.
  
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The Demon Hunter is a playable class in ''[[Diablo Immortal]]''.
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Unlike the other classes, the Demon Hunter uses two resources – the fast-regenerating [[Hatred]] (used for offensive skills) and the slow-regenerating [[Discipline]] (used for tactical skills and evasion). The class resource orb is divided in two halves accordingly – the left half (red) represents Hatred and the right half (blue) represents Discipline. Demon Hunters are very poor at absorbing damage, but have the largest assortment of skills that allow evading it altogether. In group, they deal very high damage from considerable range, supporting their allies by [[Slow]]ing, [[Immobilize|Immobilizing]] and [[Stun]]ning enemies.
  
   
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Three types of Demon Hunter-exclusive items exist in game: [[Quivers]], [[Hand Crossbows]] and [[Cloak (Demon Hunter)|Cloaks]]. Demon Hunters typically use ranged weapons in combat, although some custom builds for melee combat exist as well. Demon Hunters can [[dual-wielding|dual-wield]] Hand Crossbows, but not any other weapons.
  
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The Demon Hunter is a playable class in ''[[Diablo III]]''.
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[[w:c:wowwiki:Demon Hunter|Demon Hunters]] are a class that also exist in [[Blizzard Entertainment|Blizzard]]'s ''[[Warcraft]]'' series. The class also makes an appearance in ''[[Heroes of the Storm]]'', as represented by [[Valla]].
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[[File:Hatred_discipline.gif|frame|All Demon Hunter skills are based in the Hatred/Discipline.]]The Demon Hunter's dual resources grants them access to a wide variety of offensive and defensive abilities, making them uniquely suited to deal with a large variety of situations. Hatred fuels offensive abilities while Discipline fuels the Demon Hunter's tactical abilities. Both ability types must be used in tandem to exploit the maximum efficiency of the class.
  
   
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A Demon Hunter skin is available for Sombra in ''Overwatch'' as a reward for attending or purchasing a virtual ticket for BlizzCon 2018.<ref>2018-09-12, [http://overwatch.blizzplanet.com/blog/comments/blizzcon-2018-virtual-ticket-sombra-demon-hunter-legendary-skin BlizzCon 2018 Virtual Ticket: Sombra Demon Hunter Legendary Skin]. ''Blizzplanet'', accessed on 2018-09-14</ref>
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The Demon Hunter's split resources can be a double edged sword however. Exhausting all of one does not leave them completely helpless, but locks them out of half of their skillset, greatly reducing their capabilities. Learning to balance the two resources effectively is a key pillar of mastering the Demon Hunter.
  
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The Demon Hunter's Active Skillset is divided into six sub-categories: Primary Attacks, Secondary Attacks, Defensive Maneuvers, Hunting Skills, Devices, and Archery Skills. Many of these require a [[Ranged Weapon|ranged weapon]] to be equipped. [[Rocket]]s are a special mechanics of the Demon Hunter skills, providing independent fire support when necessary.
  
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Popular Demon Hunter skill combinations<ref>2014, [http://diablo.somepage.com/popular/demon-hunter#builds Most Popular Demon Hunter Builds The top Diablo III Demon Hunter builds and skills at level 70 in Reaper of Souls]. ''Diablo Somepage'', accessed on 2014-06-25</ref>:
  
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*Pet Zoo ([[Companion|Wolf Companion]] + [[Embodiment of the Marauder]] + [[The Cloak of the Garwulf]])
  
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*I Am Vengeance ([[Vengeance (Diablo III)|Vengeance]] + [[Rain of Vengeance]] + [[Natalya's Vengeance]])
  
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*Strafing Rain ({{3|Strafe}} + [[Rain of Vengeance]] + [[Natalya's Vengeance]] + [[Crashing Rain]])
  
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*Thin the Herd ([[Ambush]] + [[Cluster Arrow|Loaded for Bear]] + [[Sharpshooter]])
  
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*Team Fortress ([[Sentry]] + [[Embodiment of the Marauder]] + [[Bombardier's Rucksack]] + [[Custom Engineering]] + [[Cluster Arrow]])
  
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*Acrobat ([[Vault]] + [[Tactical Advantage]] + [[Danetta's Hatred]] + [[Omryn's Chain]] + [[Caltrops]])
  
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*Blue Hatred ([[Multishot]] + [[Yang's Recurve]] + [[Unhallowed Essence]] + [[Dead Man's Legacy]] + [[Elemental Arrow]] + [[Kridershot]] + [[Wraps of Clarity]] + [[Hunter's Wrath]] + [[Bastions of Will]])
  
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{{Quote|For the demon hunter, sexy was a word that we focused on.|Non Thareechit, animator|The Art of Diablo III}}
  
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[[File:ss102-hires.jpg|thumb|A Demon Hunter]]
  
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The developers of Diablo III always knew that the game's fifth class would be a ranged one. The earliest designs depicted a woodland hunter, but the character was deemed to lack an edge. Revisions showing him with a pair of swords were popular, but this drifted away from the class's original intent. A desert ranger class was also explored,<ref name="D3Art" /> but the designers ran into artistic problems&mdash;his cloth clothing made him look too bulky, and as more gear was added, the problem only got worse.<ref>2010-11-06, [http://www.escapistmagazine.com/articles/view/editorials/interviews/8291-BlizzCon-2010-The-Art-and-Design-of-Diablo-III.2 BlizzCon 2010: The Art and Design of Diablo III]. ''The Escapist'', accessed on 2013-07-03</ref> Thus, it was decided to reboot the class's development.
  
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In the revised concept, the hero was designed to have a gothic feel. The designers wanted the class to have a unique insight into the coming demonic invasion, and began exploring how the class might wield demonic artifacts and runes against his foes. With this "hunter of demons" taking shape, the demon hunter class was thus settled upon.
  
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Physically, the class was meant to be quick and agile. The legs and body were free moving, while a cape was added to symbolize the enigmatic nature of the demon hunters.<ref name="D3Art">''[[The Art of Diablo III]]''</ref> Further inspiration was taken from characters such as [[w:c:starwars:Boba Fett|Boba Fett]], [[wikipedia:Abraham Van Helsing|Van Helsing]], and even [[wikipedia:Angus MacGyver|MacGyver]].<ref>2010-10-26, [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/jay-wilson-interview-blizzcon-program/ Jay Wilson Interview @ Blizzcon Program]. ''Incgamers'', accessed on 2013-07-03</ref> An early idea for the class was to have the Demon Hunter stand on the shoulders of the {{3|Barbarian}}, shooting from atop him/her.<ref>2011-11-29, [http://www.pcgamer.com/diablo-iii-feature-blizzards-plans-to-satisfy-their-fanbase-and-still-deliver-a-fresh-experience/ Diablo III feature: Blizzard's plans to satisfy their fanbase and still deliver a fresh experience]. ''PC Gamer'', accessed on 2014-11-10</ref>
  
   
 
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==Known Demon Hunters==
  
==Known Demon Hunters==
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{{Quote|You are so dedicated! You cling to the idea that you can rid the world of demons, when it is demonstrably untrue!|[[Abd al-Hazir]]|Adventure Mode}}
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[[File:AvatarD.jpg|thumb|A Demon Hunter]]
  
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[[File:Demon Hunter-DIcncpt.jpg|thumb|A Demon Hunter]]
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*Ordermaster [[Valla]] (former leader of the Demon Hunters)
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*[[Aidan Longcollar]]
 
*[[Aoron Gunes]]
  
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*[[Augustine]]
 
*[[Bayne]]
  
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*[[Bytor]]
  
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*[[Esche Maithe]]
  
*[[Esche Maithe]]
 
*[[Greyscarr]]
  
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*[[Gunes]]
 
*[[Josen]]
  
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*[[Kairo Nontooth]]
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*[[Karlei]]
 
*[[Kee Morse]]
  
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*[[Kovan the Merciless]]
  
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*[[Mynton]]
  
*[[Mynton]]
 
*[[Natalya]] (formely an [[Assassin]])
  
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*[[Oliver Manyhair]]
 
*[[Tully Yates]]
  
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*[[Tyla Shrikewing]]
  
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*[[Val Amark]]
  
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*[[Yang]]
  
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[[File:ss103-hires.jpg|thumb|Opening fire]]
  
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*The Demon Hunter is the first class to ever use two resources to fuel their abilities.
  
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For the class as it appears in Diablo Immortal, see Demon Hunter (Diablo Immortal).
For the class as it appears in Diablo III, see Demon Hunter (Diablo III).
"My family was butchered by hellspawn. To witness such a thing is enough to leave your mind in ruins. The madness killed my sister, and left me frightened and alone. Until I was rescued. Rescued by survivors, who had joined together to rid the world of the creatures of Hell. They saw in me the strength to resist the demons. And they forged me into a weapon. Now, I am ready. A meteor has fallen in Tristram, and the dead have risen in its wake. I will send them back to their graves. Once, I was hunted. Now...I am the hunter."

- A Demon Hunter(src)

The Demon Hunters are a group of humans based in the Dreadlands, dedicated to hunting demons.

Lore

"Rage. Hate. Fear. They all feed upon one another. A demon hunter learns how to direct hate. But such a balance is precarious. And when that balance is lost, the cycle begins: Hate begets Destruction. Destruction begets Terror as Terror begets Hate."

- Josen(src)

Demon Hunters

A group of Demon Hunters

Demon Hunters are relentless vigilantes who execute their infernal targets with an arsenal of ranged weapons at their full disposal. They crouch and take aim far from danger, relying on bows and crossbows, deadly traps, and projectiles to swiftly bring an end to the creatures that haunt their world. With sweeping blasts of shot, wide salvos of arrows and timed explosives at their disposal, Demon Hunters excel at devastating groups of foes who cluster together. Hunters’ pinpoint accuracy also allows them to deal with stronger monsters at a distance: they can snipe at key targets or fall back while snapping off kill shots at advancing foes. However, Demon Hunters’ focus on ranged combat and limited melee-weapons training leave them in danger when they’re cornered or surrounded. Evasive skills like defensive rolls and jumps, as well as targeted attacks that hamstring and slow enemies, are as crucial to survival as any arrow or bolt in a hunter’s quiver.

Demon Hunter vs Fallen

A Demon Hunter in battle

In the year 1270, the Demon Hunters were just starting to form.[1] Sworn to the destruction of the creatures of the Burning Hells,[2] the Demon Hunters are few in number[3]—only in the hundreds[2] and do not owe their allegiance to any one king or country. Rather, Demon Hunters are those who have lost their homes and loved ones to demonspawn. When their homes are burned down and their families butchered by demons, most newly scarred refugees give up on living – but a few bury their dead, band together, and swear vengeance.[3] It was from one such act that the creed of the Demon Hunters was created.[4] Most Demon Hunters are recruited into the order as children.[5]

There is something in all Demon Hunters that gives them the strength to resist the demonic corruption that would drive lesser men to madness. They hone this power, for their resistance to this taint enables them to use the demons' power as a weapon.[2] Yet they dare not dream of victory, or, even less likely, peace. They cannot hope to return to their former lives, and are perpetually at war within themselves, striving to balance their hatred for demons with the need of discipline. But still, they hunt, hoping that if they can save even but one life from the forces of Hell, the world will be better for it. Haunted by their pasts and fueled by vengeance in the present, they can do nothing else.[3]

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A female Demon Hunter

Demon Hunters are feared by some of the same people they aim to save. Some say that Demon Hunters are no better than the demons they hunt, that they bring death and destruction with them. And indeed, sometimes, a Demon Hunter loses their ability to control their fear or hatred, and consequently lose themselves to their violent impulses.[6] Criminals among the Demon Hunters are given three days worth of food and water and banished.[7] Many Demon Hunters' eyes glow with hellfire, due to peering into demons and seeing vengeance.[6]

The Demon Hunter order is currently based in the Dreadlands. This is so they can live and train without the interference of any nation that would worry over having such a group camped within its borders.[2] Additionally, the abundance of demons and other foul creatures in the area gives recruits plenty of opportunities to hone their skills.[8] At any given point in time, over half of the Demon Hunters are operating outside the Dreadlands, hunting down hellspawn wherever they may be found in Sanctuary.[2] Few traditions exist within the order, as every Demon Hunter must walk their own path. However, a master can still train an apprentice Demon Hunter, and may even pass on their armor to their apprentice—an honor that few apprentices would refuse.[9] The Demon Hunter order is led by the Order-masters; only those who fully temper their hatred with discipline earn the right to bear their sigil.[10] Trainee Demon Hunters are referred to as neophytes.[11]

Tactics and Capabilities

"We can wear the demons’ armaments, their very flesh, upon our bodies, and become something more than human — a nightmare reflection of demonkind — to sow chaos and death among them."

- Esche Maithe(src)

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Demon Hunter attire

Demon Hunters train to hold back the darkness with unconventional combinations of weaponry and fighting styles that only they can employ. They are masters of the hand crossbow – quick-reloading, fast-firing ranged weapons that they use to turn demons into their temporary quivers. Demon Hunters are so adept in the hand crossbow’s use that they can dual wield them. Other elements of their arsenal include longbows, grenades, and hand-thrown weapons. When hunting packs of demons, Demon Hunters rely on traps to deal with their foes. Demon Hunters can also wield apocryphal magics, to sneak through the shadows and deal with their prey, or escape their foes' notice.

Fledgling Demon Hunters wear light, flexible leather to guard their wrists and throat, and hoods to hide their faces and blend in with shadows. As they grow in skill, they may don more protective armor, that also allows them to store more of the gear on which they rely to hunt their foes.[3] Demon Hunters can also wear armor worn by demons, and can even wear demons' flesh in an effort to sow chaos and death among their foes.[12] Fear is one of the greatest weapons in a Demon Hunter's arsenal, and whenever possible, they use this to make their foes break ranks so they can be picked off.[13]

In-game

Diablo Immortal

Main article: Demon Hunter (Diablo Immortal)

The Demon Hunter is a playable class in Diablo Immortal.

Diablo III

Main article: Demon Hunter (Diablo III)

The Demon Hunter is a playable class in Diablo III.

Other

Demon Hunters are a class that also exist in Blizzard's Warcraft series. The class also makes an appearance in Heroes of the Storm, as represented by Valla.

A Demon Hunter skin is available for Sombra in Overwatch as a reward for attending or purchasing a virtual ticket for BlizzCon 2018.[14]

Known Demon Hunters

"You are so dedicated! You cling to the idea that you can rid the world of demons, when it is demonstrably untrue!"

- Abd al-Hazir(src)

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A Demon Hunter

References

  1. ↑ 2018-11-03, BlizzCon 2018 Diablo Q&A Liveblog. Blizzard Watch, accessed on 2018-11-09
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 The Writings of Abd al-Hazir: The Demon Hunters
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 Classes: Demon Hunter, Blizzard Entertainment. Accessed on 2013-07-03
  4. ↑ Diablo III, Danetta's Spite
  5. ↑ 2018-11-17, BlizzCon 2018 Diablo Immortal World and Q&A Panel Transcript. Blizzplanet, accessed on 2018-11-20
  6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 Hatred and Discipline
  7. ↑ Diablo III, Kormac Dialogue
  8. ↑ Book of Cain
  9. ↑ Heroes of the Storm, Valla Master Skin Lore
  10. ↑ Heroes of the Storm, Demon Hunter Warbanner
  11. ↑ Heroes of the Storm, Valla Ordermaster Lore
  12. ↑ Diablo III, Marauder's Carapace
  13. ↑ Diablo III, Marauder's Spines
  14. ↑ 2018-09-12, BlizzCon 2018 Virtual Ticket: Sombra Demon Hunter Legendary Skin. Blizzplanet, accessed on 2018-09-14
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