Belial's Return Sets Stage for Season 8
The haunting short story follows five characters—a father, mother, priest, broker, and Sorceress—as they attempt to raise a child from death. As the narrative unfolds, it explores deception on multiple levels, questioning whether they're truly summoning the child's soul or something far more sinister. This compelling tale examines "the lies we tell the world and the ones we tell ourselves," with no character proving entirely trustworthy.
This narrative release strategically prepares players for Season 8: Belial's Return, giving them crucial background knowledge before facing the Lord of Lies in-game. With Mephisto's hatred already bringing hardship to Sanctuary's inhabitants, Belial's emergence adds another deadly threat to the world of Diablo IV.
How Can Players Experience "All Who Lie"?
Blizzard has made the story available in two formats to accommodate different preferences:
- A written version featuring illustrations by renowned artist Alex Maleev
- An audiobook narrated by Ray Porter, who voices Belial in Diablo IV
The audiobook version offers a particularly immersive experience, with Porter's performance as Belial bringing an extra layer of menace to the narrative. Players interested in experiencing the full story can access it through Blizzard's official PDF.
Season 8 Approaches
With Season 8: Belial's Return launching on April 29, 2024, players have less than a week to familiarize themselves with this new lore before confronting the Lord of Lies in-game. Blizzard recommends reading or listening to "All Who Lie" to gain insights that will help prepare for the challenges ahead.
For more details about the upcoming season, players can visit the official Season 8 announcement on Blizzard's website. As the April 29 launch approaches, the dark world of Sanctuary grows even more perilous with Belial's sinister return.