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More information about ===Character classes===''Diablo II can be found in '' allows the [httpplayer to choose between five different character classes://diablo2Amazon, Necromancer, Barbarian, Sorceress, and Paladin.diablowikiEach character has different strengths and weaknesses and sets of skills to choose from, as well as varying beginning attributes.net/ Diablo II Wiki]
For [[File:Diablo_II_classes.jpg|thumb|right|350px|The five [[class]]es. From left to right: the latest Diablo 3 information[[Amazon]], [[Necromancer]], go [[Diablo 3|hereBarbarian]], [[Sorceress]], and [[Paladin]].]]
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==Gameplay==
''Diablo II'' is built around {{iw|Act Acts}} that progresses the narrative story line of the game, with each act following a predetermined path and list of quests, with small selection of optional quests.
The player assumes the role of a hero from one of five different character classes, fighting monsters through wilderness areas and dungeons in order to level-up their character and gain better {{iw|Item items}}. The game uses real-time combat and the player sees the character from an isometric viewpoint. Players also have the option of hiring one [[NPC]] {{iw|Mercenary hirelings}} that accompanies the player and attack nearby enemies. A powerful {{iw|Boss boss}} monster awaits the player at the end of each Act. Item drops, monster attributes, and most dungeon layouts are randomly-generated by ''Diablo II''. The game also continues the use of randomised {{iw|D1_Modifiers affixes}} from ''Diablo I''.
After completing the four Acts in the game, there are two additional sequential difficulty levels, letting the player go through all three before reaching the max level at 99. These are: {{iw|Normal Normal}}, {{iw|Nightmare Nightmare}}, and {{iw|Hell Hell}}. On higher difficulties, monsters are stronger, [[experience]] is penalized on dying, and the player's resistances are handicapped. A character retains all abilities and items between difficulties, and may return to a lower difficulty at any time through a {{iw|Waypoint waypoint system}}.
Players can also create a [[hardcore]] character, as opposed to a normal (popularly called "softcore") character. A normal character can be resurrected if killed and resume playing, while a hardcore character has only one life. If killed, the character is permanently dead and unplayable, and all items and equipment on that character will be lost.
* The '''{{iw|Amazon Amazon}}''' hails from the islands of the [[Twin Seas]], near the border of the [[Great Ocean]]. The class is based on Greek mythology Amazons. She is similar to the [[Rogue]] of ''[[Diablo I]]'' as they use ranged weaponry and use both strength and magic. The Amazon also uses javelins and spears. Many of her passive skills are defensive in nature, especially {{iw|Dodge Dodge}}, {{iw|Avoid Avoid}}, and {{iw|Evade Evade}}. The Amazon is voiced by Jessica Straus.
* The '''{{iw|Necromancer Necromancer}}''' is a death-themed [[cast]]er, being [[Priests of Rathma]] from the Eastern jungles. His [[Summon]]ing [[spell]]s allow him raise [[skeleton]]s, create golems, and [[resurrect]] dead monsters to fight alongside him. He also uses [[poison]] and "bone" skills, to cause damage to enemies. His Curses also afflict the enemy with [[debuff]]s. The Necromancer is voiced by Michael McConnohie.
* The '''{{iw|Barbarian Barbarian}}''' is a powerful [[melee]] fighter from the steppes of [[Mount Arreat]]. He is an expert at frontline combat, able to absorb great punishment like a "[[tank]]", and is the only class capable of dual-wielding weapons. His skills allow him to specialise in different types of weapons, increasing his resistances, speed, and defence. He can also use ancient Barbarian Warcries and combat techniques to [[buff]] himself and others as well as dealing with any foes quickly and violently. The Barbarian is voiced by David A. Thomas.
* The '''{{iw|Sorceress Sorceress}}''' hails from a rebellious [[mage clan]] of female-only [[Sorcerer|Sorceresses]] who have wrested the secrets of [[magic]] use from the male-dominated clans. She wields the elements of ice, lightning and fire spells, using mostly offensive [[spell]]s. Her Cold Skills can freeze enemies solid and bypass resistances, but do less damage than lightning or fire. The Sorceress's [[Teleport]] spell allows her to instantly travel to a new destination, making her very difficult to hit. As such she is a "glass cannon", dealing much damage, but can't take much in turn. The Sorceress is voiced by Liana Young.
* The '''{{iw|Paladin Paladin}}''' is a crusader from the [[Zakarum|Church of Zakarum]], fighting for the glory of the [[Light]]. The Paladin's combat skills range from fanatical attacks to heavenly thunderbolts and blessed [[aura]]s. The auras can incre damage, or resist magic attacks, or boosting defence. The Paladin's auras will [[buff]] all [[party]] members, making him very useful for [[multiplayer]]. The shield is another Paladin speciality, and he is the only character that can use it as a weapon. The Paladin also have very powerful anti-[[undead]] skills. The Paladin is voiced by Larry B. Scott.
*In the [[Diablo II: Lord of Destruction|expansion]], the '''{{iw|Druid Druid}}''' and '''{{iw|Assassin Assassin}}''' classes were released.
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Affixes and Quality
===Multiplayer===
3 Versions and expansion pack
3.1 Spawn
3.2 PlayStation
3.3 Expansion
3.4 Re-releases
4 Resources
==Reference==
* [[Diablo II Manual]]
* [http://www.gamefaqs.com/computer/doswin/data/197113.html Diablo II: Credits]
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