Akara is the high priestess of the Sisterhood of the Sightless Eye, serving as its spiritual leader.
Akara is a quiet, dignified woman,[1] who intones rather than speaks. She is naturally suspicious of outsiders.[2] Deckard Cain described her as being soft-spoken, inscrutable, and wise.[3] She believes that more women are needed to fight against the enemies of Sanctuary.[4]
Biography[]
During her time in the Sisterhood, Akara became practiced in the use of the Sightless Eye.[3] She oversaw the spiritual aspects of the Order, while Kashya oversaw military matters. Kashya regarded Akara as being a surrogate mother.[4]
The Sightless Eye[]
When Moreina returned from Tristram, Akara felt ill at ease. She suspected that Moreina had stumbled upon some evil force beneath the town.[4]
In 1264, when Akara was in her early forties,[1] Eastgate Keep was captured by Andariel. She corrupted many Rogues and drove the rest of the Sisterhood out of their ancestral home. Akara ended up in an encampment in the wilderness of Khanduras.[4] She resided in a simple hut which granted her more privacy than other areas of the camp.[1] Akara was deeply affected by the loss of Eastgate, and Charsi feared that she blamed herself for what had happened.
Some travelers arrived in the camp, including Warriv and Gheed. She did her best to stay clear of the latter.
Afterwards, a group of heroes in pursuit of the Dark Wanderer arrived in the camp. She implored them to find a way to lift Andariel's curse.[4] After they cleansed the Den of Evil, they gained her trust.[5]
Aware of the threat Andariel represented, Akara bid the heroes travel to Tristram in order to find Deckard Cain. They succeeded,[6] and later went on to defeat Andariel. She thanked the heroes for their efforts, and hoped that one day, the Sisterhood could be rebuilt.[7]
While at the camp (or potentially in the following years), Cain entrusted Akara with a tome of Horadric origin. However, she later commented that "its strange magics were never meant for me."[8]
After the events with Andariel, Charsi chose to leave the Sisterhood. Before she left, Akara gave her an amulet that, if used, would open a portal to the Dark Wood, in case Charsi ever had to find her way back home.[9]
The Bloodsworn[]
- Akara(src)
In 1270, Akara, still high priestess of the sisterhood, was in the Dark Wood, as she and her forces moved against the Bloodsworn. While at their camp, she was introduced to a hero/group of heroes, who told her that they had been sent by Cain; that he had hoped that she could help them find one of the shards of the Worldstone which had fallen in the area. Akara mused that a Worldstone shard could explain the Bloodsworn's power. She agreed to provide the Shard-seeker with assistance, and gave them the tome Cain had provided her with years prior, commenting that Cain had sent them here "to complete the circle." She gave them the tome, and instructed them to speak with Hemlir.[8]
After failing to conduct a ritual to cleanse the Dark Wood's corruption, Hemlir turned to Akara for advice. She intoned that dark magic had corrupted the forest, and as such, dark magic was needed to bind the ritual.[10]
Akara later travelled to the Sanguine Ruins, where she found Liene, either dead, or dying. When the Shard-seeker returned after slaying the Blood Rose, they found Akara grieving over Liene's body. Bitterly reflecting on the deaths of Hemlir, Liene, and dozens of sisters, Akara declared that they couldn't allow their sacrifices to be in vain. The Shard-seeker told her that while the Blood Rose was dead, Lakrii had sacrificed herself to the creature, and in doing so, had fully revived the Countess. Akara declared that she had to be slain, as such an evil could not be allowed to possess the power of the Worldstone. Intoning the deeds of the heroes she had encountered five years prior, she told the new Shard-seeker that like the ones before them, they would have to travel to the Forgotten Tower, join with Kashya and the Rogues making their attack, and slay the Countess.[11]
Some time later, Akarat noticed some activity with the cultists; they were drawn towards areas overrun by fallen. She sent Tamara — a fellow rogue, to investigate.[12]
In-game[]
Diablo II[]
Akara is located at the Rogue Encampment in Act I of Diablo II. She triggers the Den of Evil quest when the player begins the game and the Search for Cain quest when the player finishes Sisters' Burial Grounds.
When visited she will instantly heal and rejuvenate the player character and his/her hireling. The player can also buy scrolls, potions, staves, wands and scepters from her. She's very fond of sorceresses.
Akara can reset player character's stats and skills once per difficulty level after the Den of Evil quest has been completed. Subsequent respecializations require a Token of Absolution.
Dialogue[]
Greetings[]
- "Hello."
- "Yes?"
- "Greetings."
- "The Order welcomes you."
- "Good morning."
- "Good day."
- "Good evening."
- (Return from Act II) "Welcome back, my friend. We are still cleaning the Monastery, but you are welcome to stay here as long as you need."
Introduction[]
- General
You see, our ancient Sisterhood has fallen under a strange curse. The mighty Citadel from which we have guarded the gates to the East for generations, has been corrupted by the evil Demoness, Andariel.
I still can't believe it... but she turned many of our sister Rogues against us and drove us from our ancestral home. Now the last defenders of the Sisterhood are either dead or scattered throughout the wilderness.
I implore you, stranger. Please help us. Find a way to lift this terrible curse and we will pledge our loyalty to you for all time.
- Sorceress
I am Akara, High Priestess of the Sisterhood of the Sightless Eye. I welcome you, traveler, to our camp, but I'm afraid I can offer you but poor shelter within these rickety walls.
You see, our ancient Sisterhood has fallen under a strange curse. The mighty Citadel from which we have guarded the gates to the East for generations, has been corrupted by the evil Demoness, Andariel.
I still can't believe it... but she turned many of our sister Rogues against us and drove us from our ancestral home. Now the last defenders of the Sisterhood are either dead or scattered throughout the wilderness.
I implore you, stranger: please help us. Find a way to lift this terrible curse and we will pledge our loyalty to you for all time.
Gossip[]
- Evil
- Sightless Eye
- Mental discipline
- Corruption
- Corrupted Rogues
Perhaps, when the Demon Queen is dead, our Sisters will return to life, but more likely they will be forever bound to their unholy pact.
- Ambition (Sorceress)
Yet beware, young one, the lure of power and knowledge can lead to disaster. I have seen ambition foul the bravest of hearts and recklessness dull hard-won wisdom.
You would do well to tread lightly upon the dark path you have chosen to explore.
Den of Evil[]
- Quest Initiation
I fear that these creatures are massing for an attack against our encampment. If you are sincere about helping us, find the dark labyrinth and destroy the foul beasts.
May the Great Eye watch over you.
- After Initiate
- Early Return
- Upon Completion
Your reward is training in the skill of your choice.
Sister's Burial Grounds[]
- After Initiate
- Early Return
- Upon Completion
Search for Cain[]
- Quest Initiation
There is only one Horadrim sage, schooled in the most arcane history and lore, who could advise us... His name is Deckard Cain.
You must go to Tristram and find him, my friend. I pray that he still lives.
- After Initiate
To open it, one must stand within the circle of Cairn Stones and touch them in a certain order. The proper order can be found in the runes written on the bark of the Tree of Inifuss.
You must find the sacred Tree of Inifuss and bring back its bark. I will translate the runes to unlock the Stones' mystic pattern.
- Early Return
- After Finding the Scroll
- After Entering Tristram
- Upon Completion
We must seek his counsel immediately.
The Forgotten Tower[]
- After Initiate
- Early Return
- Upon Completion
Tools of the Trade[]
- After Initiate
- Early Return
- Upon Completion
Sisters to the Slaughter[]
- After Initiate
Destroy her! Her corruption of our Order must be undone!
- Early Return
You must kill Andariel before her army can gain the upper hand.
- Upon Completion
We owe you a debt we can never repay. I only hope that in time we will be able to rebuild our Order.
All our thanks go with you, my friend.
Gossip about Akara[]
Some of the other locals give their thoughts concerning Akara.
- Charsi
- Gheed
- Kashya
- Warriv
Diablo Immortal[]
Akara is an NPC in Diablo Immortal. She is found at the Rogue Battlecamp, introduced during the "The Horadric Bestiary" quest, and is later encountered in the Sanguine Ruins at the end of "Blood Resurrection."
Trivia[]
References[]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 To Hell and Back
- ↑ Act I NPCs, The Arreat Summit. Accessed on 2021-04-05
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Book of Tyrael
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 Diablo II, The Sightless Eye
- ↑ Diablo II, The Sightless Eye, Den of Evil
- ↑ Diablo II, The Sightless Eye, Search for Cain
- ↑ Diablo II, The Sightless Eye, Sisters to the Slaughter
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 Diablo Immortal, The Horadric Bestiary
- ↑ Diablo Immortal, Bounties Abroad
- ↑ Diablo Immortal, Between Two Evils
- ↑ Diablo Immortal, Blood Resurrection
- ↑ Diablo Immortal,Demonic Ritual