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Deckard Cain

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I am amazed to find this place so… untouched. Everything else in the path of Baal, the Lord of Destruction, lies in ruin. These barbarians must indeed be the legendary guardians of Mount Arreat. They’re a proud, hearty people. Don’t expect to be greeted warmly. Strangers here rarely are. Perhaps I can gain their trust. I’ll spend some time with the townsfolk and try to understand them better. I’ll let you know what I discover.

~~==Cain's Gossips==~~

~~With Hellspawn, size is no measure of their threat. Demons half the size of men can kill with a gesture, while hellish pack animals trample any who stand in their way.~~

Though these barbarians are known throughout the kingdoms as ferocious fighters, they are also capable of great compassion. They have trained throughout history for a battle their legends foretell will decide the fate of the world.

The angel Tyrael has watched over the guardians of Arreat throughout history. I do not believe that Baal and Tyrael have come to fight over a paltry few souls. They are here to settle a conflict as old as time itself.

During my time with the Horadrim, we often debated the nature of Mount Arreat. We knew that the barbarian clans zealously guarded the mountain as their sacred duty. However, many dismissed their zeal as simple superstition, combined with an inborn hostility toward outsiders. Those Horadrim who trekked up Arreat were never heard from again. Still, I do not believe they died at the hands of barbarians.

All users of the magical arts know of Mount Arreat, but few understand its true nature. It is the nexus of an unfathomable magic. It bodes ill that the Lord of Destruction races to its summit with such purpose. I fear for the whole world, should Baal gain what he seeks.

I have spent decades trying to understand the forces at work in this world. But, in the face of all that is transpiring, I realize how meager my knowledge is. I will be of assistance where I can, my friend.

Though the Elder Council of Harrogath is gone, there are many capable young leaders to take their place. Anya certainly has enough courage and intelligence to lead them all, if they can survive this catastrophe.

~~Ah, Anya. Such a fine example of feminine strength. She reminds me of the Zakarum priestesses I knew in my youth. They don’t take vows of chastity, you know.~~

~~It is fortunate that this town has such a talented smith. The quality of Larzuk’s work surely complements your skills. In fact, he would have been quite welcome amongst the Horadrim.~~

~~It is my belief that the Soulstones are at the center of this conflict. If only that fool Marius had not intervened, Baal would still be imprisoned within Tal Rasha.~~

I knew in time you would defeat Baal. You have done everything you set out to do, my friend. Ever since you rescued me from Tristram, I have believed in you. It has been a supreme honor to aid you along the way. So, the Worldstone was corrupted by Baal, and now Tyrael must destroy it. Worry not. For whatever lies ahead, I have faith that the light will guide us both. Go now, back to the Worldstone Chamber, and enter the portal Tyrael has opened for you.

==Gossips==

With Hellspawn, size is no measure of their threat. Demons half the size of men can kill with a gesture, while hellish pack animals trample any who stand in their way.

Though these barbarians are known throughout the kingdoms as ferocious fighters, they are also capable of great compassion. They have trained throughout history for a battle their legends foretell will decide the fate of the world.

The angel Tyrael has watched over the guardians of Arreat throughout history. I do not believe that Baal and Tyrael have come to fight over a paltry few souls. They are here to settle a conflict as old as time itself.

During my time with the Horadrim, we often debated the nature of Mount Arreat. We knew that the barbarian clans zealously guarded the mountain as their sacred duty. However, many dismissed their zeal as simple superstition, combined with an inborn hostility toward outsiders. Those Horadrim who trekked up Arreat were never heard from again. Still, I do not believe they died at the hands of barbarians.

All users of the magical arts know of Mount Arreat, but few understand its true nature. It is the nexus of an unfathomable magic. It bodes ill that the Lord of Destruction races to its summit with such purpose. I fear for the whole world, should Baal gain what he seeks.

I have spent decades trying to understand the forces at work in this world. But, in the face of all that is transpiring, I realize how meager my knowledge is. I will be of assistance where I can, my friend.

Though the Elder Council of Harrogath is gone, there are many capable young leaders to take their place. Anya certainly has enough courage and intelligence to lead them all, if they can survive this catastrophe.

Ah, Anya. Such a fine example of feminine strength. She reminds me of the Zakarum priestesses I knew in my youth. They don’t take vows of chastity, you know.

It is fortunate that this town has such a talented smith. The quality of Larzuk’s work surely complements your skills. In fact, he would have been quite welcome amongst the Horadrim.

It is my belief that the Soulstones are at the center of this conflict. If only that fool Marius had not intervened, Baal would still be imprisoned within Tal Rasha.

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