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|Headquarters = [[Vault of the Order]], [[Westmarch]] |
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+ | |Appearances = ''[[Diablo III]]''<br/>''[[Diablo III: Reaper of Souls]]''<br/>''[[Storm of Light]]''<br/>''[[Book of Tyrael]]'' (mentioned only) |
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| − | '''The Templar Order''' |
+ | '''The Templar Order''' was a group of holy warriors dedicated to the [[Light]]. The chalices, vials and sacred texts of the Templar Order have a tendency to inspire a deep reverence in those who view or hold them.<ref>[http://us.battle.net/d3/en/item/templar-relic/ Templar Relics], ''Blizzard Entertainment''. Accessed on 2013-09-25</ref> |
| − | The group |
+ | The group was based in the [[Vault of the Order]].<ref name = "D3A3">''[[Diablo III]]'', ''[[Act III (Diablo III)|Act III]]''</ref> |
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+ | The Templar were supposedly holy warriors, fighting for justice and eschewing the dangers that lead to cultism and demonic possession by espousing self-denial. They did not merely pay lip service to protecting [[Sanctuary]]—they were battle-trained and experienced to a man.<ref>[http://us.battle.net/d3/en/follower/templar/ Templar], ''Blizzard Entertainment''. Accessed on 2013-09-25</ref> |
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+ | The Order remained an enigma to many on the outside, and there were rumors abound regarding their exact founding and purpose. Though the Templars professed a dedication to the Light and seek to rid [[Sanctuary]] of [[demon]]ic corruption, they were not officially sanctioned by the [[Zakarum]] church. Rather, they rose from the ashes of the [[Hand of Zakarum]] after it fell to corruption by [[Mephisto]], and they viewed themselves as the new, pure continuation of that faith.<ref>2013-09-25, [http://us.battle.net/d3/en/forum/topic/10070977018#5 Crusader and the Templar]. ''Blizzard Entertainment'', accessed on 2013-09-25</ref> |
| − | + | During the [[End of Days]], the Templar were searching for holy scrolls that were stolen by [[Archbishop Lazarus]].<ref>2011-05-13, [http://www.fz.se/artiklar/intervju/20110513/diablo-iii-followers Diablo III – Followers]. ''Fragzone'', accessed on 2013-09-25</ref> Additionally, it was found that the Order is involved in the creation of [[magic]]al weapons, [[angel]]ic in nature, but designed for [[human]] hands.<ref name = "D3A3"/> |
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| ⚫ | The Templar Order abducted innocent citizens and subjects them to horrific torture, purging their memories and molding them into zealous adherents.<ref>[https://bnetcmsus-a.akamaihd.net/cms/content_folder_media/D6W0VIZI03WV1376522983249.jpg Book of Tyrael Preview], ''Insight Editions''. Accessed on 2013-09-25</ref><ref name = "D3A5E">''[[Diablo III]]'', ''[[Act V (Diablo III)|Act V]]'', ''The Templar's Reckoning]]''</ref> The Templars [[Kormac]]<ref name = "D3A2"/> and [[Jondar]]<ref name = "D3A3"/> are two such examples of this practice being carried out. |
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| ⚫ | In terms of organization, the Order was led by a [[Grand Maester]]. Its subordinate membership consisted of [[Inquisitor]]s and Templar themselves.<ref name = "D3A2">''[[Diablo III]]'', ''[[Act II (Diablo III)|Act II]]''</ref> The Order's membership is entirely male.<ref>''[[Kormac]]: General Follower Dialogue''</ref> |
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Revision as of 02:18, 17 May 2014
- ""As a farmer reaps his wheat, so must the order harvest and purify the weeds."
—Templar scripture[1]
The Templar Order was a group of holy warriors dedicated to the Light. The chalices, vials and sacred texts of the Templar Order have a tendency to inspire a deep reverence in those who view or hold them.[2]
The group was based in the Vault of the Order.[3]
Lore
The Templar were supposedly holy warriors, fighting for justice and eschewing the dangers that lead to cultism and demonic possession by espousing self-denial. They did not merely pay lip service to protecting Sanctuary—they were battle-trained and experienced to a man.[4]
History
The Order remained an enigma to many on the outside, and there were rumors abound regarding their exact founding and purpose. Though the Templars professed a dedication to the Light and seek to rid Sanctuary of demonic corruption, they were not officially sanctioned by the Zakarum church. Rather, they rose from the ashes of the Hand of Zakarum after it fell to corruption by Mephisto, and they viewed themselves as the new, pure continuation of that faith.[5]
During the End of Days, the Templar were searching for holy scrolls that were stolen by Archbishop Lazarus.[6] Additionally, it was found that the Order is involved in the creation of magical weapons, angelic in nature, but designed for human hands.[3]
Storm of Light
Reaper of Souls
Membership
The Templar Order abducted innocent citizens and subjects them to horrific torture, purging their memories and molding them into zealous adherents.[7][8] The Templars Kormac[9] and Jondar[3] are two such examples of this practice being carried out.
In terms of organization, the Order was led by a Grand Maester. Its subordinate membership consisted of Inquisitors and Templar themselves.[9] The Order's membership is entirely male.[10]
References
- ↑ Diablo III, Act I
- ↑ Templar Relics, Blizzard Entertainment. Accessed on 2013-09-25
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 Diablo III, Act III
- ↑ Templar, Blizzard Entertainment. Accessed on 2013-09-25
- ↑ 2013-09-25, Crusader and the Templar. Blizzard Entertainment, accessed on 2013-09-25
- ↑ 2011-05-13, Diablo III – Followers. Fragzone, accessed on 2013-09-25
- ↑ Book of Tyrael Preview, Insight Editions. Accessed on 2013-09-25
- ↑ Diablo III, Act V, The Templar's Reckoning]]
- ↑ 9.0 9.1 Diablo III, Act II
- ↑ Kormac: General Follower Dialogue