Diablo: Dawn of Hatred brings the game back to comics

Continuing the era featured in the latest game, Titan Comics’ Diablo: Dawn of Hatred kicks off its four issue run in April.

Diablo hits the printed page

The world of Blizzard’s Diablo is back in the comics realm as of next month. That’s when Titan Comics will bring more tales of Sanctuary to fans, with Diablo: Dawn of Hatred. And if you liked what Diablo 4 had to offer, then you might want to check it out.

This new book will serve as a vessel for a fresh tale, but one that’s set in the aftermath of that game. It’ll settle on a player class that’s near and dear to many a Diablo player too, with the barbarian. Actually, maybe add an ‘s’ to that.

After all, it’ll be a whole tribe of the rough and tumble warriors that will feature in this new limited series. Things kick off when a holy man seems to have returned from death. Naturally though, it looks like things might not be what they seem. Hey, this is Diablo, remember?

The title will hail from writer Cullen Bunn, who we’re going to assume needs no introduction. As for the visuals, Bunn will be joined by artist Daniele Serra with Jovanna Plata handling colors. If you like variants too, you’ll have your pick. Titan Comics is prepping a plethora of covers to pick from, with a selection of great-looking variants planned for issue #1.

Check those out below, along with a short preview.

Akarat, the ancient legend whose teachings spawned the Zakarum faith, has risen from death. He claims he has returned to spread peace, love, and the Light. His powers healed the leader of the Fox Tribe, and now the barbarians are amongst his most loyal followers. All but Derris. Though his people have sworn themselves to Akarat and the Light, Derris knows that the cycle of violence consumes Sanctuary sooner or later—an opinion shared by the mysterious Vrexia, another skeptic swept up in Akarat’s caravan. But when assassins come to slaughter Akakrat, Derris must either save the holy man…or watch his tribe be cut down.

Titan Comics press release

Diablo: Dawn of Hatred is coming up fast, and will debut in stores next month. Look for the first issue (of four) to hit stands on April 22nd.