Diablo
A dark fantasy action RPG series where heroes battle the forces of Hell to save the mortal realm of Sanctuary.
Category
Game
Release Year
1996
Origin
USA
Tags
dark fantasyaction RPGdemonshellgothic
Detailed Overview Information
Basic Information
Full Name
Diablo
Aliases
Diablo Series, Diablo Universe
Type
Video Game Franchise
Release Year
1996
Status
Active
Origin
United States
Region
Not specified
Creation Information
Creator
Blizzard North (Original), Blizzard Entertainment
Publisher
Blizzard Entertainment
Original Work
Video Game
Genre
Action RPG, Dark Fantasy, Hack and Slash, Dungeon Crawler
Content Information
Synopsis
Heroes battle against the Prime Evils and forces of Hell to protect the mortal realm of Sanctuary from demonic invasion.
Main Characters
The Nephalem, Deckard Cain, Tyrael, Diablo, Mephisto, Baal
Setting
Sanctuary - a world caught between Heaven and Hell
Themes
Good vs evil, corruption, sacrifice, eternal conflict, redemption
Target Audience
Mature gamers, fantasy enthusiasts
Characters
The Nephalem
Player Character/Hero
Descendants of angels and demons with the potential to surpass both Heaven and Hell in power....
ProtagonistNephalemHeroDemon Slayer
Deckard Cain
Scholar/Lore KeeperHoradrimMaleElderly
The last of the Horadrim, keeper of ancient knowledge and mentor to heroes throughout the series.
Abilities: Ancient Knowledge, Item Identification, Lore Mastery...
Quotes:
"Stay awhile and listen!"
""I am Deckard Cain.""
"Knowledge is the sharpest weapon against evil."
character
Diablo, Lord of Terror
Prime Evil/Lord of TerrorBurning HellsMale
The youngest but most cunning of the Prime Evils, master of fear and terror who seeks to corrupt Sanctuary.
Abilities: Terror Manipulation, Corruption, Demonic Magic...
Quotes:
"Not even death can save you from me!"
""I am Diablo, Lord of Terror.""
""Every journey begins with a single step.""
character
Mephisto, Lord of Hatred
Prime Evil/Lord of HatredBurning HellsMale
The eldest and most intelligent of the Prime Evils, master of hatred and corruption.
Abilities: Hatred Manipulation, Corruption Magic, Soul Binding...
Quotes:
"Hatred is the only truth!"
""I am Mephisto, Lord of Hatred.""
""Every journey begins with a single step.""
character
Baal, Lord of Destruction
Prime Evil/Lord of DestructionBurning HellsMale
The most destructive of the Prime Evils, seeking to corrupt the Worldstone and destroy Sanctuary.
Abilities: Destruction Magic, Worldstone Corruption, Demonic Armies...
Quotes:
"Destruction cannot be stopped!"
""I am Baal, Lord of Destruction.""
""Every journey begins with a single step.""
character
Lilith, Mother of Sanctuary
Daughter of Mephisto/Creator of SanctuaryIndependent/Burning HellsFemale
Daughter of Mephisto and co-creator of Sanctuary, mother of the Nephalem who returns in Diablo IV.
Abilities: Creation Magic, Nephalem Manipulation, Demonic Power...
Quotes:
"Sanctuary is my creation, and I will see it preserved."
""I am Lilith, Mother of Sanctuary.""
"The Nephalem are my children."
character
Inarius
Rogue Archangel/Co-Creator of SanctuaryIndependent (formerly High Heavens)Male
Fallen archangel who created Sanctuary with Lilith and fathered the first Nephalem.
Abilities: Angelic Powers, Creation Magic, Light Manipulation...
Quotes:
"I sought to create paradise, but found only sorrow."
""I am Inarius.""
""Every journey begins with a single step.""
character
Malthael, Angel of Death
CharacterIndependent (formerly High Heavens)Male
Former Archangel of Wisdom who became the Angel of Death, seeking to end the eternal conflict.
Abilities: Death Magic, Soul Reaping, Wisdom...
Quotes:
"Death comes for all things."
""I am Malthael, Angel of Death.""
"Wisdom is knowing when to end suffering."
character
Media Forms
Video Games
Diablo (1996), Diablo II (2000), Diablo III (2012), Diablo IV (2023)
Books
Diablo novels, lore books, strategy guides
Merchandise
Figures, collectibles, apparel, art books
Digital Content
Animated shorts, cinematics, web series
Commercial Information
Sales
Over 65 million copies sold across all games
Revenue
Multi-billion dollar franchise
Awards
Multiple Game of the Year awards, RPG excellence awards
Critical Reception
Highly acclaimed for gameplay innovation and atmosphere
Cultural Impact
Defined the action RPG genre and influenced countless games
Fan Culture
Fanbase
Dedicated global community of demon hunters
Communities
Reddit, Battle.net forums, Discord servers
Events
BlizzCon, seasonal events, community challenges
Quotes
Stay awhile and listen!, Not even death can save you from me!
Memes
Deckard Cain's voice, cow level, loot addiction
Cosplay
Popular character and demon cosplay at conventions
Historical Development
1996
Original Diablo launches, revolutionizes action RPG genre
2000
Diablo II releases with expanded classes and online play
2001
Diablo II: Lord of Destruction expansion
2012
Diablo III launches after 12-year wait
2014
Reaper of Souls expansion revitalizes Diablo III
2023
Diablo IV launches with return to dark roots
Related Links
diablo.blizzard.com
www.enjoyip.com