Ormus: ' The Children of Zakarum believe that the Black Book is filled with blasphemous heresy. If you find it, I will be greatly impressed.' My Order's code is based on many of its passages. It's just a symbol of Zakarum's anti-Skatsim propaganda.' No one really believes that the Black Book exists. Rumors of its whereabouts spread as fast as jungle plagues.

Hratli: ' We have long sought the Black Book of Lam Esen. The Zakarum will do everything in their power to stop you from obtaining it.' The book may be there.'ĭeckard Cain: ' The Black Book is a powerful source of information. Be wary.'Īsheara: ' Many things can be found in the city of Kurast. The Black Book is much sought after by both good and evil. Now, you must reclaim it without delay! Its knowledge may aid us in this dark time ahead.'Īlkor: ' The Black Book contains powerful secrets of Skatsim, the Old Religion, long eclipsed by Zakarum. The Black Book was lost when the Children of Zakarum took over this land. It was written long ago by a sage known as Lam Esen, who studied Skatsimi magic and the effects of the Prime Evils on the mortal world. There is a very special book which you must find for me. I am glad he figured it out, it keeps the game interesting instead of boring.Diablo II: Resurrected Review - Pile Of Old BonesĪlkor: ' It pains me to waste time with you, so I'll get right to the point. Simply handing someone the keys and giving them detailed instructions on finding the door does not help them … Speaking with Cain and going through the various narratives gives hints and clues and provides direction as well. It gives you hints and tips, so you may explore the game and learn, hence driving the excitement of discovery. Tip: Search the Durance of Hate in Travincal.' Given by Ormus after smashing the Compelling Orb. You must reach him before his brothers do and prevent them from releasing Hatred upon the world.

They seek to free their brother, Mephisto, who was imprisoned by the Horadrim in the Temple’s Guardian Tower. Ormus tells you that Diablo and Baal have surely found the Temple City by now. On the Arreat Summit, under quests, read Act 3 …

The wholke premise behind the game and the owners manual was for you to explore and learn … there was never any intention of “giving you a free step-by-step guide” …

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