Book of Lorath Teases Uncharted Class for Diablo 4

The launch of Diablo 4 introduced five iconic archetypes, including Barbarians, Druids, and Necromancers, that players can explore as they venture through the demon-infested wastelands of Sanctuary. While these classes are staples of the franchise, the Book of Lorath hints at the possibility of an expanded roster in the future. With two expansions already announced and the game's live service nature, it's likely that Blizzard will introduce new classes for players to experience. The Book of Lorath, penned by a character who many see as Deckard Cain's successor, may hold clues about what's to come.

According to a recent post by Diablo 4 player Thunderclaww, the book mentions the Crown and Fang of Fernam relics, which could potentially introduce a new class to the game: the Blood Knight. This vampiric champion is said to have ties to Gea Kul, a location heavily featured in Diablo 4. With a spear-wielding playstyle, the Blood Knight could fill a gap in the game's current roster. However, there is a catch. Prior to the release of Diablo Immortal, data miners found evidence of the Blood Knight class within the game's files, leading many to speculate that it will be added to the mobile game first. While its arrival in Diablo 4 is not out of the question, there is a major obstacle to overcome. Data mined assets and artwork have depicted a Valkyrie, potentially covering both the missing holy warrior and spear-wielder archetypes.

With enough information now available, it appears that the upcoming Diablo 4 class will be wielding a spear. While a measured approach is necessary when it comes to speculation, players can look forward to experimenting with new builds once the class debuts in the world of Sanctuary. Whether it takes the form of a Valkyrie or Blood Knight, the addition of this new class is sure to bring exciting gameplay possibilities to Diablo 4. The game is currently available on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.