Behind the Cinematic: Diablo Immortal – The Druid Awakens

Step inside the world of Sanctuary through the eyes of its most primal guardian - the Druid. In this captivating behind-the-scenes breakdown of the Diablo Immortal cinematic, Lunar Animation showcases the depth of artistry and technical prowess that brought this character to life.

From early storyboards to final lighting and FX, the breakdown reveals the sheer complexity behind every frame: shape-shifting transitions, wind-swept fur simulations, and elemental forces rendered in astonishing detail. Lunar Animation collaborated closely with Blizzard Entertainment to deliver a powerful visual narrative of transformation and raw natural force.

Credits – Lunar Animation Team

Direction & Supervision

Director: James Rodgers
Director of Photography: James Sylvester
Technical Director: David Deacon
Production Director: Daniel Judge
Animation Director: James Rodgers
Animation Supervisor: Kevin Spruce

Art & Design

Storyboard Artist: Chris West
Concept Artist: Darek Zabrocki
Lead Artist: Ihor Dmytrenko
3D Artist: Joey Waldren
Texture Artist: Piotr Orlinski
Clothing Artist: Artur Owsnicki
Character Artist: Carl Gonzalez

Character FX & Grooming

Hair/Groom Supervisor: Camille Fourniols
Hair/Groom Artists: Yasser Mohsen, Hamish Mitchell
Character FX: Andrew Cook
Senior Character Setup: Mark Jackson, Franco Bresciani
Rigging Artist: Gladys Hertatri

Animation Team

Senior Animators: Alexandra Gugliana, Matheus Caetano, Alex Alvarez, Michael Morgan, Paul Kemzura, Seng Sahutsawat, Graham Goldsworth
Animators: Eugene Ooi, David Alvarez Leiva

FX Team