'Diablo 3': Blizzard Releasing "Book of Tyrael"

Blizzard Entertainment, the developer of the popular "Diablo," "Starcraft" and "Warcraft" series, announced that it will be releasing a "Diablo 3" book revolving around the Archangel-turned-mortal, "Tyrael." Tyrael destroyed the Worldstone in "Diablo 2: Lord of Destruction" and is is featured prominently in the "Diablo 3" story. Blizzard addressed the book in a statement.

"From Insight Editions and Blizzard Entertainment, the makers of critically acclaimed games such as World of Warcraft®, StarCraft® II: Heart of the Swarm™, and Diablo® III, comes this exciting companion edition to Diablo III: Book of Cain. Diablo III: Book of Tyrael gives players an in-depth look into the mind of the Archangel Tyrael and chronicles his involvement in the Diablo universe’s Eternal Conflict.

One of the most exciting and visceral action role-playing franchises in history, Diablo has become a worldwide gaming phenomenon. Diablo III: Book of Tyrael takes players even further into the universe with a detailed and beautifully crafted book of lore as seen through the eyes of Tyrael. As a former archangel of the High Heavens, Tyrael ranks among the most important and influential characters in the Diablo franchise. Here, in this illustrated and comprehensive tome, he reveals never-before-known secrets about the history of the world, the dark threats that yet face mankind, and his decision to join the ranks of humanity as a mortal. In Tyrael’s own words, “Forevermore we shall stand together, angels and men, in the light of this glorious new dawn.”

Featuring stunning original art throughout, writings from iconic Diablo series characters such as Leah and Deckard Cain, and a fully removable family tree."

This makes us wonder whether "Diablo 3: Book of Tyrael" will offer or tease and clues or details pertaining to future "Diablo 3" releases. We already know that at least one "Diablo 3" expansion pack is coming, but no information about the upcoming expansion is known.

A hardcover edition of "Diablo 3: Book of Tyrael" will be released this October for $39.99.

What do you think of "Diablo 3: Book of Tyrael?" Will you be grabbing a copy? Do you think "Diablo 3: Book of Tyrael" could offer any clues regarding future "Diablo" games? Sound off in the comments below.