Diablo 4 characters lose Mephisto, Lorath and Neyrelle as Tyrael becomes ally
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Updated · Polygon · May 2
Diablo 4 characters lose Mephisto, Lorath and Neyrelle as Tyrael becomes ally
8 articles · Updated · Polygon · May 2
In the second expansion Lord of Hatred, set after 2023's base game, Mephisto-Akarat kills Neyrelle early, Lorath is beheaded in Skovos, and Tyrael returns as a major helper.
Lilith briefly aids the Wanderer, then sacrifices herself, while Mephisto is banished to the void and Lorath's head is reclaimed from the Tree of Whispers.
The expansion largely resets Diablo 4's storyline by ending the Mephisto arc and removing key allies, leaving Tyrael central as speculation turns to Westmarch, Baal or even conflict with heaven.
How will the Warlock and Paladin classes, along with War Plans, reshape Diablo 4's endgame and player experience going forward?
Could Diablo 4's next expansion finally unite all three Prime Evils, or will Blizzard take the story in a totally unexpected direction?
With major lore shifts and gameplay overhauls, is Blizzard risking the trust of its most dedicated fans in pursuit of broader appeal?