

Months later, New Tristram had more or less recovered. When Maghda killed Deckard Cain, many of the townsfolk mourned his death.

However, this was impractical, as khazra were rampaging throughout the hills near the town. After the (final) death of the Skeleton King, a week after the assault had began, the attacks against the town died down, leading some to suggest making a break for Wortham.

Captain Rumford had rations reduced to halves and quarters. However, the militia still had to hold the dead at bay while The Nephalem were outside the town. Salvation arrived with the coming of The Nephalem. Morale sagged, and many villagers became resigned to their fate. For six days, the miltia held the Risen at bay. This event caused the dead to stir, assaulting the town. The same year of Hazir's visit, a falling star crashed into the abandoned cathedral.
