We all loved the D2 Barbarian, it was a great character, a never ending source of violence and brute force. In Diablo 3 it seems that he got some new skills, the barbarian has become magical. Yes, he is still tough as nails, but has some magic in him also. The seizmic slam is a great example.

The GamePlay Video is simply awesome, it shows the potential of a hardcore melee character with a touch of magic

The fans simply love this, it is a fresh approach on the Barbarian but Blizzard must keep in mind that this character is a brute(too much magic will break his spirit). Hack and Slash at its finest.

A quick reminder of his current D3 skills :

• cleave
• ground stomp
• leap
• sesmic slam
• whirlwind

Do you think the D3 Barb is the same from D2 ?

Here are some facts to convince you:

I have posted already the Diablo3 Developers Video where they clearly explain the situation

Here is what Blizzard Poster, Bashiok said about the Barbarian:

The barbarian in Diablo III is indeed the same character we all played in Diablo II. So his memories, interactions, and backstory all still exist, including his knowledge of Cain.

Here is an extract from the D3 Video:

Barb: “Cain you still live?”
Cain:”Oh there you are . . . “

Do you still have doubts ?
The Diablo3 Barbarian IS THE SAME ONE from D2. He is older but stronger and has forgotten almost everything.
An interesting scenario for the D3 barb is this:
After defeating Baal, the Barbarian had a mental breakdown, destroying everything he owned and retreating into solitude.
After 20 years in solitude he was left with nothing .. no memories and no skills.. He begins the search for his sanity .

The Barbarian has 85% chance to be my first played character in Diablo3.

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