The Book of Cain Unveils Diablo III’s World

Blizzard Entertainment and Insight Editions just announced the release of Diablo III: Book of Cain, an illustrated chronicle of the origins and history of Diablo III’s demon-plagued world.

Gamers excited to dive into Diablo III’s world of Sanctuary should check out the Book of Cain. This lavishly illustrated tome details the origins and history world as told by the scholar Deckard Cain – one of the series’ key characters. Book of Cain chronicles the rise of the Zakarum, the traditions of the Horadrim, the genesis and geography of Sanctuary, and the key moments in the world's history that set the stage for the events of Diablo III.

Containing dozens of sketches, Cain's footnotes, and a hand-drawn map of Sanctuary, Book of Cain is also filled to the brim with breathtaking art by some of the world's most renowned fantasy artists.

"We're super geeked up about Book of Cain,” says Chris Metzen, Blizzard’s Sr. Vice President of Story & Franchise Development, “What's really cool is that after fifteen years of developing the Diablo franchise, we can finally share the definitive look at this world and its rich history with our players."

Book of Cain is set to hit store selves on February 7. For a free eight page preview, check out the books website, here.