Templar

The Templar is one of the three classes of followers in Diablo III. As a bit of trivia, the Templar appeared as the jack of spades in the Diablo poker set[1], emblazoned with the word "Courageous".

Gear

The followers in Diablo III are much more restricted in what they can equip from what we've seen in the mercenaries in Diablo II: Lord of Destruction. It is currently unknown what items the Templar can equip, or what the restrictions are.

Like the other followers, the Templar has three levels of gear progression. It's currently unknown if the gear progression is only cosmetic, or if it based upon level, or some other system.

Skills

Much like the player character classes, followers are able to learn a few skills or spells at specific level milestones. Not much is known about the skills, currently, besides their names and when they are unlocked. Players may choose one skill from each tier.

Unlocked at Level 5

• Heal
• Charge (which appears to be similar to that of the Paladin in Diablo II)
• Protection

Unlocked at Level 10

• Loyalty
• Intimidate
• Guardian

Unlocked at Level 15

• Tribute
• Inspire
• Intervene

Unlocked at Level 20

• Onslaught
• Knight
• Empathy

Media

You can find pictures in the Diablo 3 screenshot and picture gallery:

• Diablo 3 screenshots and pictures
• Templar-specific gallery contents

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  Templar character sheet.

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  Templar gear progression.

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  The Templar protecting a Wizard.

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  Concept art for the Templar.