At the gamescom, there was finally a glimpse of one of the new features from Vessel of Hatred. There was first footage of the Mercenaries. These are new companions who will assist you in fighting against the demon hordes.
What does the new trailer show? In the new reveal trailer for Vessel of Hatred, the Mercenaries are showcased. It was already known that the companions previously seen in Diablo 2 and Diablo 3 would return in the latest DLC.
In the new trailer, you can see the four companions at the beginning in typical Diablo 4 illustrations. For the first time, you also get a glimpse at the abilities of the Mercenaries, and they look pretty good.
Companions with spectacular abilities
What abilities can be seen in the trailer? Naturally, the Mercenaries are not just presented in illustrations. The trailer shows small scenes of the battles.
The “Cursed Child” seems to be able to transform into a demon that fights with powerful fire attacks. Outside of the demon form, you can see the Mercenary create waves of fire that move forward. Shadow skills are also showcased.
The “Shield Bearer” can charge forward with his shield and create a kind of protective field. A shout is shown that draws the opponents’ focus. Like Captain America, the Shield Bearer seems to also be able to throw his shield.
The “Berserker Crone” looks like the typical barbarian companion. She can pull enemies toward her. Powerful hammer actions can be seen in the trailer along with a mighty stomp jump toward an enemy.
The last one in the group is the “Bounty Hunter”, who attacks at range with a bow. You can see the hail of arrows from the hunter and a kind of fire bomb. In the trailer, a ranged attack is shown, which the Mercenary charges up beforehand.
You can watch the trailer here:
Overall, the scenes with the Mercenaries look quite impressive. They fit perfectly with the gameplay of the different classes and seem like the perfect companions in the fight against demons. Not much longer, on October 8, 2024, you can see for yourself the Mercenaries and the new content of the DLC. Everything you need to know is here: Diablo 4 Vessel of Hatred: Everything about the release, pre-orders, and beta of the first DLC
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