For the sword of the same name, see El'druin

Sword of Justice Author(s) Aaron Williams Artist(s) Joseph Lacroix Publisher DC Comics Published November 23, 2011—August 29, 2012 (initial run)

July 9, 2013 (paperback) Binding Physical ISBN ISBN-10: 1401244971

ISBN-13: 978-1401244972



Sword of Justice is a five-part Diablo III comic by DC Comics, authored by Aaron Williams and illustrated by Joseph Lacroix. It started selling in November 2011.

The paperback graphic novel collection went on sale July 9, 2013.[1]

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Overview Edit

The main character, Jacob, receives visions of an ancient prophecy from Tyrael's sword. The prophecy leads him to the archangel.[2] It is set 20 years after the events of Lord of Destruction[3] and acts as a bridge between Diablo II and its sequel, giving information on what has been happening in Sanctuary in the two decade gap between games.[4] It is mostly centered in the Dreadlands and the Arreat Crater. Other locations glimpsed at include Lut Gholein.[3]

Issues Edit

Trivia Edit

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An interview with the comic creators indicated that the events took place not long before those of Diablo III.[3] Text in Storm of Light however indicates that it happened long beforehand. Diablo Immortal establishes that the events must take place before the year 1270.[5]

The series was written as the storyline for Diablo III was being developed, and so was subject to redrafts. One draft had Jacob visiting the Forgotten Tower.[3]