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Amber Blades

For the quest of the same name, see Amber Blades (Quest).
For the cosmetic set of the same name, see Amber Blades (Cosmetic Set).
"The Amber Blades are one of the foremost desert gangs vying for control of Shassar, and notably less vicious in their behavior than their largest adversary, the Sand Scorpions. The Blades condemn the Scorpions' forced labor and attacks on caravans, and take every opportunity to disrupt their most vicious plans. Whether this approach is a matter of morality or a recruiting technique is known only to the Amber Blades themselves."

- Faction description(src)

The Amber Blades are a bandit group operating out of Tabri's Encampment in the Shassar Sea.[1]

Lore

"And most importantly to the Amber Blades: never forget our goal. Continue to fight against the brutality and help the weak. That way, my sacrifice won't be in vain."

- Tabri(src)

The Amber Blades are one of the foremost desert gangs vying for control of Shassar, and notably less vicious in their behavior than their largest adversary, the Sand Scorpions. The Blades condemn the Scorpions' forced labor[2] and attacks on caravans, and take every opportunity to disrupt their most vicious plans. Whether this approach is a matter of morality or a recruiting technique is known only to the Amber Blades themselves.[3]

The Amber Blades rarely raid but instead frequently build.[4] They also appear to be interested in retrieving old kingdom artifacts.[5]

History

"The Sand Scorpions have never forgiven us for leaving them. But Tabri has a strength they lack..."

- Zov(src)

The Amber Blades began when Tabri defected from the Sand Scorpions after a nearly violent disagreement with Vataos. Some Scorpions (one of them being Zov) joined Tabri as she left. From there, she gathered castoffs, hungry for a change. Tabri saw more in them and indulged them in all but their worst habits. Over time, she changed them for the better.[4]

The Scorpions never forgave Tabri and her group for the perceived betrayal.[6] While the Scorpions sought to continue the legacy of the Fahiran Empire, the Blades sought to transcend it. The two groups clashed over what few resources remained in the dunes of Shassar.[7]

The Blades were able to establish their own encampment, and held out,[6] albeit barely.[1] Over the years, many adventurers spoke with the Blades, seeking information on Shassar's tombs, but according to Tabril, all of these adventurers "wound up the same."[8] Over time, the Blades and Scorpions continued to fight each other over control of Shassar.[9]

The Light of Fahir

In 1270, the Blades' encampment came under repeated attack by the lacuni. After one that injured a number of the camp's guards,[6] and with a number of men taken captive,[10] Tabri led a cadre into the desert to confront them.[6] The lacuni were repelled with the aid of a hero/group of heroes,[1] who later slew a lacuni pack leader. Its pelt was hung by the gates, but Tabri ordered the Blades to continue their patrols, and not be complacent despite their victory.[11]

Amber Blades-chamber

The Sand Scorpions later attacked Sereth Outpost. However, the attack was repelled. Later, Tabri led the Blades into the Chamber of Truth, where the hero(es) presented her with the last piece of the Scepter of Fahir. With the scepter in hand, Tabri declared herself to be the new ruler of Shassar, and with it, she had a symbol the people of Shassar could rally behind against Vataos. The Amber Blades knelt before her.[12] Later, Peth told the hero(es) that thanks to their efforts, the Blades would retake Shassar.[13]

Despite this, the Blades still had to contend with the lacuni. The panther-men attacked a small village, killing dozens and causing the residents to flee. The Blades were unable to retake the village, let alone reclaim Shassar. They requested aid from any able-bodied fighters in Westmarch to help them in their reclamation.[14]

Curse of the Scepter

"Zov? What are you doing here? Shouldn't you be with Tabri and the others?"
"Yes, I should! And that is entirely the problem. After you left, Tabri declared war on the Sand Scorpions. She tried to strike against Vataos using the power of the scepter. Completely foolish if you ask me. We were overwhelmed--Chased into this godforsaken library! I was searching for Tabri when I was surrounded by these nightmarish...things! We have to find her before something happens. She still has the scepter!"

- The Shard-seeker and Zov(src)

After Tabri obtained the Scepter of Fahir, she declared war on the Sand Scorpions. She tried to strike against the Scorpions, but the Amber Blades were overwhelmed, and chased into the Library of Zoltun Kulle. Tabri disappeared during the night,[15] intent on facing Vataos.[16] Using a terminus, she entered the Obliterated Realm using a terminus, but Vataos followed her. In the ensuing fight, both Vataos and Tabri were left in the realm, and Zov obtained the scepter, promptly abandoning the Amber Blades, intent on selling it.[15]

With Tabri's apparent death, Peth became the new leader of the Blades.[17]

In-game

The Amber Blades feature in the Shassar Sea questline in Diablo Immortal. The Light of Dawn armor piece represents their standard attire.

An Amber Blades cosmetic set is available.

Known Members

"The Amber Blades was formed of cast-offs just like you...and me. To Vataos, you are already dead. But I'm offering you a chance to fight for something good before you die. Take your time, but when you speak, I expect an answer."

- Tabri to a former Sand Scorpion member(src)

Amber Blades

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Trivia

This section contains facts and trivia relevant to this article.
  • The item description of Tabri's Grip references the sigil of a sword ablaze. Considering Tabri's role in the Blades, this may represent their insignia.

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Diablo Immortal, Lacuni's Roar
  2. ↑ Diablo Immortal, Specialty Trading
  3. ↑ 2022-07-19, CLASS CHANGE AND NEW FEATURES DEBUT IN DIABLO IMMORTAL. Blizzard Entertainment, accessed on 2022-08-06
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 Diablo Immortal, The Amber Blades
  5. ↑ Diablo Immortal, Lost Artifacts
  6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 6.3 Diablo Immortal, Amber Blades
  7. ↑ 2022-05-31, DIABLO IMMORTAL: THE STORY SO FAR. Blizzard Entertainment, accessed on 2022-06-03
  8. ↑ Diablo Immortal, Wisdom's Fragment
  9. ↑ Diablo Immortal, Fahir's Legacy
  10. ↑ Diablo Immortal, Loyalty's Price
  11. ↑ Diablo Immortal, Loyalty's Price
  12. ↑ Diablo Immortal, Final Fragment
  13. ↑ Diablo Immortal, Revealing the Path
  14. ↑ Diablo Immortal, Seize the Stronghold
  15. ↑ 15.0 15.1 Diablo Immortal, Curse of the Scepter
  16. ↑ Diablo Immortal, Tabri's Letter
  17. ↑ Diablo Immortal, To Tabri
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