Worldstone
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The Worldstone was created by Inarius at the same time as when Sanctuary was first created. Its exact nature and properties are unknown to most, and not many know its full potential. Yet it is known that Inarius created the Worldstone to keep Sanctuary hidden from both the High Heavens and the legions of hell. Later, he also imbued it with the power to weaken the Nephalem.
After the defeat of Diablo and Mephisto and the shattering of their Soulstones, Tyrael informed the hero that Baal is marching on the Worldstone, calling it the ancient source of the Soulstones and their power.
[edit] Destruction of the Worldstone
Since Baal corrupted the Worldstone, Tyrael decided that it must be destroyed. The full effects of destroying the Worldstone are yet to be revealed. Many speculate that Tyrael has somehow been corrupted by Baal or the corrupted Worldstone. All should be revealed in Diablo III
Even the characters in Diablo II aren't sure of what will happen now that it is destroyed, or even if it had to be destroyed in the first place. The Prophecy stated that the Worldstone would be corrupted, but apparently never actually said anything about having to be destroyed.
Malah
- "If Tyrael says the Worldstone must be destroyed, then it must. We cannot let Baal's corruption prevail! The world will change, true -- but who is to say it isn't for the better?"
QualKehk
- "The destruction of the Worldstone does not bode well for our world. But I'll try not to worry… After all, we have warriors like you fighting for us and for the Light. Farewell!"
Cain
- "So…The Worldstone was corrupted by Baal. And now Tyrael must destroy it. Worry not. Through whatever lies ahead I have faith that the Light will guide us both.
Anya
- "Strange that you say that the Worldstone must be destroyed. The prophecies said nothing about that. Perhaps all we have fought for will be lost…or perhaps we'll never need fight again!"
[edit] Effects on humanity
- CAUTION: The following section contains content that has not been confirmed. At this point, it is pure speculation.
It is unknown what exact effect the destruction of the Worldstone will have on the inhabitants of Sanctuary. There are currently three very connected speculations regarding the power of the humans:
- Now that the Worldstone is destroyed, the power of the Nephalem will now stop decreasing.
- The power of the new generation of the Nephalem will not only stop decreasing, but will actually return to the original degree that it was at the creation of Sanctuary, surpassing those of both Angels and Demons.
- The power will gradually refill over the new generations, much like it degraded before.
This may explain the very god-like powers of the classes in Diablo III as mentioned by Blizzard.
