Diablo 4 features a handful of returning characters from previous games, all providing different roles in the new conquest against the demonLilith. TakeLorath Nahr, for example, who first appeared inDiablo 3’s Reaper of Souls expansionin the fight againstMalthael. Now, he serves as the Wanderer’s first true companion in Diablo 4’s story. With so many characters returning, you may be wondering what happened to everyone’s favorite Archangel. Here’s whereTyraelis in Diablo 4.
What Happened to Tyrael in Diablo 4?
Tyraeldoesn’t make a physical appearancein Diablo 4’s main story or during any of its side missions. Rather, he’s mentioned here and there. The biggest mention comes from Lorath Nahr, who mentioned that he was one of the last surviving Horadrim alongside Donan, Elias, and Tyrael. One day though, Tyrael mentioned he was“afraid of something”and left, never to be seen again. Presumably, this issetting up his appearance in a later expansion, but no official word has been given there.Related:How to Check How Much Time You’ve Played Diablo 4The other, much smaller mention of Tyrael is within theHoradric Initiate’s Amuletitem, which mentions Archangel Tyrael by name but nothing more. This is likely just a nod to the previous statement about Tyrael, rather than anything concrete.
Where Are the Other Angels?
As for the rest of the angels, the reason for their missing appearance is due to theHeavens still trying to rebuild 50 years laterfollowing the events of Diablo 3. The only other angel we meet isInarius, though this is after he was cast out of Heavenfor creating Sanctuaryin the first place. While this is written in the lore, the primary development reason for the other Angels not being present is due to the team wanting to ground the game, which appears to have been a smart choice.IfTyraelappears in any of the promised expansion packs, we’ll be sure to update this article to mention him. If you’re curious about details surrounding other characters, check out our guide onwho voicesLorath Nahrin Diablo 4.
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