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			Amarosa
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			<img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"> (Legendary) • <img alt=":herald_red:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/herald_red.webp" title=":herald_red:"> Fire / Red • <img alt=":paladin:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/paladin.webp" title=":paladin:"> Paladin • <img alt=":forsaken:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/forsaken.webp" title=":forsaken:"> Forsaken • Released: 14/04/2026 • Outfitter: 14/10/2027 • Hero Coach: 13/04/2028
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			Empress from the Outer Domain
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						Rarity
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							<img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"> (Legendary)
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						Element / Class
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								<img alt=":herald_red:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/herald_red.webp" title=":herald_red:"> Fire / Red
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								<img alt=":paladin:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/paladin.webp" title=":paladin:"> Paladin
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						Family
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						<img alt=":forsaken:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/forsaken.webp" title=":forsaken:"> Forsaken
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						Mana Speed
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						Average
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						Special
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						Sword of Xu'Vhosh
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						Costume Bonus
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						N/A
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						Level
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						<img alt=":attack:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/attack.webp" title=":attack:"> Attack
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						<img alt=":defense:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/defense.webp" title=":defense:"> Defense
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						<img alt=":emoji_spritesheet_68:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/emoji_spritesheet_68.webp" title=":emoji_spritesheet_68:"> Power
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						<strong>Max</strong>
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						1374
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						1314
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						2315
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						1297
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						<strong>LB1</strong>
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						1480
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						1416
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						2495
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						1388
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						<strong>LB2</strong>
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						1694
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						1620
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						2854
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						1571
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		<summary> <span>Special Skill — Average — Sword of Xu'Vhosh</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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					<span><span>Deals 500% damage to the enemy with the lowest remaining HP. Deals 280% damage to all other enemies.</span></span>
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					<span><span>Inflicts 20 Insanity on all enemies.</span></span>
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					<span><span>The caster steals 60% of any healing applied to all enemies for 4 turns.</span></span>
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					<span><span>Inflicts 50 Insanity on the caster.</span></span>
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		<summary> <span>Family Bonus / Passives / Aether Power</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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				Family Bonus
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				<img alt=":forsaken:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/forsaken.webp" title=":forsaken:"> Forsaken
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					Heroes become stronger when teamed with other unique Heroes of the same family.
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					Bonus for 1 / 2 / 3 Heroes:
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							+15% / +20% / +30% critical chance.
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							+20% / +30% / +40% health
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				Passives
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						Minion Corruption
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								<span><span>At the end each turn, enemies with Insanity have a chance to have their Minion turn to Fiends. Reaching 70 Insanity activates the transformation automatically.</span></span>
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								<span><span>A Minion will transform into an Eldritch Fiend: 15% attack, 18% health, inflicts 5 Insanity every turn.</span></span>
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								<span><span>A Mega Minion will transform into an Elritch Mea Fiend: 115% attack, 68% health, inflicts 10 Insanity every turn.</span></span>
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						<img alt=":passive_insanity_damage_increase:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/passive_insanity_damage_increase.webp" title=":passive_insanity_damage_increase:"> Branded By The Old Ones
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								All damage from normal attacks and Special Skills dealt by this character is increased by 5% per 10 Insanity on this character, up to 50%.
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				Aether Power
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						<img alt=":aether_vampire:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/aether_vampire.webp" title=":aether_vampire:"> Vampire
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						At the start of each battle, this Hero heals 100% of dealt normal damage for 6 turns.
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										In battles with multiple waves, the effect is refreshed at the beginning of each wave.
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		<summary> <span>Beta information / Changes / Related topics</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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				Beta Information
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					N/A
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					<span><span>Attack is increased from 1363 to 1374.</span></span>
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					<span><span>Defense is increased from 1250 to 1314.</span></span>
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					<span><span>Health is increased from 2278 to 2315.</span></span>
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					This section will be updated after release.
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				Related Topics
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					N/A<a href="https://empuzzled.com/hero-database?search=COS&amp;hero=forsaken_amarosa" rel="external nofollow"> </a>
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		<summary> <span>Balance Updates</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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					There are no balance updates for this hero so far.
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">786</guid><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 21:37:24 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Pendulus Clonk - 5* - Fire - Beauty and the Beast - Hero Topic</title><link>https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/topic/530-pendulus-clonk-5-fire-beauty-and-the-beast-hero-topic/</link><description><![CDATA[<div class="ep-wrap">
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			Pendulus Clonk
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			<img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"> (Legendary) • <img alt=":herald_red:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/herald_red.webp" title=":herald_red:"> Fire / Red • <img alt=":rogue:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/rogue.webp" title=":rogue:"> Rogue • <img alt=":beauty_beast:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/beauty_beast.webp" title=":beauty_beast:"> Beauty and the Beast • Released: 15/03/2026 • Outfitter: 14/09/2027 • Hero Coach: 14/03/2028
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			Impatient Clock of the Bewitched Castle
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					<img alt="Hero Image LB2" decoding="async" loading="lazy" style="height: auto;" data-src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/images/forum/herocards/lb2/legendary/fire/pendulus_clonk.webp" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png">
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		<summary> <span>Overview</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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						Rarity
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						<div style="color:var(--ep-text-dimmer);">
							<img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"> (Legendary)
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					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Element / Class
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								<img alt=":herald_red:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/herald_red.webp" title=":herald_red:"> Fire / Red
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								<img alt=":rogue:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/rogue.webp" title=":rogue:"> Rogue
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					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Family
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						<img alt=":beauty_beast:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/beauty_beast.webp" title=":beauty_beast:"> Beauty and the Beast
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					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Mana Speed
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						Fast
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					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Special
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						Always on Time
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					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k ep-sepTop">
						Costume Bonus
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						N/A
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	<details class="ep-details" open="">
		<summary> <span>Stats</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

		<div class="ep-body">
			<div class="ep-stats">
				<div class="ep-statsHeader">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						Level
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":attack:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/attack.webp" title=":attack:"> Attack
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":defense:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/defense.webp" title=":defense:"> Defense
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":health:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/health.webp" title=":health:"> Health
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":emoji_spritesheet_68:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/emoji_spritesheet_68.webp" title=":emoji_spritesheet_68:"> Power
					</div>
				</div>

				<div class="ep-statsRow">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						<strong>Max</strong>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1359
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1299
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2307
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1287
					</div>
				</div>

				<div class="ep-statsRow">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						<strong>LB1</strong>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1465
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1400
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2486
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1377
					</div>
				</div>

				<div class="ep-statsRow">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						<strong>LB2</strong>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1676
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1602
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2844
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1558
					</div>
				</div>
			</div>
		</div>
	</details>

	<details class="ep-details" open="" style="background:rgba(24,18,40,.78);">
		<summary> <span>Special Skill — Fast — Always on Time</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

		<div class="ep-body">
			<ul class="ep-bullets">
				<li>
					<span><span>If the caster has 40 or more Humility:</span></span>

					<ul>
						<li>
							<span><span><span>Deals 670% damage to the target.</span></span></span>
						</li>
						<li>
							<span><span><span>If the target is defeated by the attack, the caster gains +50% mana.</span></span></span>
							<div class="ep-tip">
								<input id="tip1" type="checkbox"> <label class="ep-tipIcon" for="tip1"> <img src="https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/gh/twitter/twemoji@14.0.2/assets/72x72/2754.png" class="ipsEmoji" alt="❔"> </label>
								<div class="ep-tipBox">
									<label aria-label="Close tooltip" class="ep-tipClose" for="tip1" title="Close">×</label> After a character receives 5 direct mana additions from Special Skills during a single turn, all subsequent direct mana additions done by Special Skills will have a reduced power on that character.
								</div>
							</div>
						</li>
						<li>
							<span><span><span>For the next 3 turns, this character deals 300% damage to a random enemy casts their Special Skill.</span></span></span>
							<div class="ep-tip">
								<input id="tip1" type="checkbox"> <label class="ep-tipIcon" for="tip1"> <img src="https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/gh/twitter/twemoji@14.0.2/assets/72x72/2754.png" class="ipsEmoji" alt="❔"> </label>
								<div class="ep-tipBox">
									<label aria-label="Close tooltip" class="ep-tipClose" for="tip1" title="Close">×</label> Each enemy can trigger this effect once per turn.
								</div>
							</div>
						</li>
						<li>
							<span><span><span>The caster recovers 1000 health after 3 turns. If the ffect is removed or replaced before the duration ends, recovers 1400 health instead.</span></span></span>
						</li>
					</ul>
				</li>
				<li>
					<span><span>Otherwise:</span></span>
					<ul>
						<li>
							<span><span><span>Deals 600% damage to the target.</span></span></span>
						</li>
						<li>
							<span><span><span>For the next 3 turns, this character deals 230% damage to a random enemy casts their Special Skill.</span></span></span>
							<div class="ep-tip">
								<input id="tip1" type="checkbox"> <label class="ep-tipIcon" for="tip1"> <img src="https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/gh/twitter/twemoji@14.0.2/assets/72x72/2754.png" class="ipsEmoji" alt="❔"> </label>
								<div class="ep-tipBox">
									<label aria-label="Close tooltip" class="ep-tipClose" for="tip1" title="Close">×</label> Each enemy can trigger this effect once per turn.
								</div>
							</div>
						</li>
						<li>
							<span><span><span>The caster recovers 800 health after 3 turns. If the ffect is removed or replaced before the duration ends, recovers 1200 health instead.</span></span></span>
						</li>
					</ul>
				</li>
			</ul>
		</div>
	</details>

	<details class="ep-details" open="">
		<summary> <span>Family Bonus / Passives / Aether Power</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

		<div class="ep-body">
			<div style="font-size:16px;font-weight:800;margin:10px 0 8px;">
				Family Bonus
			</div>

			<div style="font-size:13px;white-space:pre-line;">
				<img alt=":beauty_beast:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/beauty_beast.webp" title=":beauty_beast:"> Beauty and the Beast
			</div>

			<ul class="ep-bullets">
				<li style="font-size:13px;">
					Heroes of this family gain Humility to cast a strong version of their Special Skills.
					<ul class="ep-bullets">
						<li style="font-size:13px;">
							Different Heroes have different Humility requirements.
						</li>
						<li style="font-size:13px;">
							When the Hero casts the strong version of their Special Skill, only the required amount of Humility is consumed.
						</li>
						<li style="font-size:13px;">
							Maximum Humility: 100
						</li>
					</ul>
				</li>
				<li style="font-size:13px;">
					Bonus for 1 / 2 / 3 Unique Heroes of the same family:
					<ul class="ep-bullets">
						<li style="font-size:13px;">
							The Hero gains 15/17/20 Humility when receiving direct damage from Special Skills.
						</li>
						<li style="font-size:13px;">
							The Hero gains 20/22/25 Humility when receiving direct healing from Special Skills.
						</li>
					</ul>
				</li>
				<li style="font-size:13px;">
					Event Hero Bonus:
				</li>
				<li style="font-size:13px;">
					The members of this family have additional perks in the The Brave &amp; The Beautiful event
				</li>
			</ul>

			<div style="height:10px;">
				 
			</div>

			<div style="font-size:16px;font-weight:800;margin-bottom:8px;">
				Passives
			</div>

			<div class="ep-list">
				<div class="ep-item">
					<div class="ep-itemTitle">
						<img alt=":passive_convert_incoming_damage_to_heal:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/passive_convert_incoming_damage_to_heal.webp" title=":passive_convert_incoming_damage_to_heal:"> Beautiful Inside
					</div>

					<div class="ep-itemDesc">
						<ul>
							<li style="font-size:13px;">
								Whenever a status ailment would deal damage to this character, they will recover that much health instead.
							</li>
						</ul>
					</div>
				</div>

				<div class="ep-item">
					<div class="ep-itemTitle">
						<img alt=":passive_heal_on_expired_or_cleared_debuff:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/passive_heal_on_expired_or_cleared_debuff.webp" title=":passive_heal_on_expired_or_cleared_debuff:"> Heal when Status Ailment Expires Or Is Cleared
					</div>

					<div class="ep-itemDesc">
						<ul>
							<li style="font-size:13px;">
								This character receives 10% health each time a status ailment expires or is cleansed, removed or reallocated from them. This effect can activate only once per turn.
							</li>
						</ul>
					</div>
				</div>

				<div class="ep-item">
					<div class="ep-itemTitle">
						<img alt=":passive_revive_with_less_health:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/passive_revive_with_less_health.webp" title=":passive_revive_with_less_health:"> Revival Health Reduction
					</div>

					<div class="ep-itemDesc">
						<ul>
							<li style="font-size:13px;">
								All enemies have 50% health when revived. Boss enemies are not affected.
							</li>
						</ul>
					</div>
				</div>
			</div>

			<div style="height:10px;">
				 
			</div>

			<div style="font-size:16px;font-weight:800;margin:10px 0 8px;">
				Aether Power
			</div>

			<div class="ep-list">
				<div class="ep-item">
					<div class="ep-itemTitle">
						<img alt=":aether_special_boost:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/aether_special_boost.webp" title=":aether_special_boost:"> Special Boost
					</div>

					<div class="ep-itemDesc">
						At the start of each turn, this Hero's Special Skill deals an additional +30% damage for 6 turns.
						<div class="ep-tip">
							<input id="tip1" type="checkbox"><label class="ep-tipIcon" for="tip1"><img src="https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/gh/twitter/twemoji@14.0.2/assets/72x72/2754.png" class="ipsEmoji" alt="❔"></label>

							<div class="ep-tipBox">
								<label aria-label="Close tooltip" class="ep-tipClose" for="tip1" title="Close">×</label>

								<ul class="ep-tipList">
									<li>
										In battles with multiple waves, the effect is refreshed at the beginning of each wave.
									</li>
								</ul>
							</div>
						</div>
					</div>
				</div>
			</div>
		</div>
	</details>

	<details class="ep-details" open="">
		<summary> <span>Beta information / Changes / Related topics</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

		<div class="ep-body">
			<div style="font-size:16px;font-weight:800;margin-bottom:8px;">
				Beta Information
			</div>

			<ul style="margin:6px 0 12px 18px;padding:0;">
				<li>
					N/A
				</li>
			</ul>

			<div style="font-size:16px;font-weight:800;margin-bottom:8px;">
				Changes From Beta
			</div>

			<ul style="margin:6px 0 12px 18px;padding:0;">
				<li>
					<span><span>Attack is increased from 1343 to 1359.</span></span>
				</li>
				<li>
					<span><span>Defense is increased from 1260 to 1299.</span></span>
				</li>
				<li>
					<span><span>Health is increased from 2257 to 2307.</span></span>
				</li>
				<li>
					This section will be updated after release.
				</li>
			</ul>

			<div style="font-size:16px;font-weight:800;margin-bottom:8px;">
				Related Topics
			</div>

			<ul style="margin:6px 0 0 18px;padding:0;">
				<li>
					N/A<a href="https://empuzzled.com/hero-database?search=COS&amp;hero=beauty_beast_pendulus_clonk" rel="external nofollow"> </a>
				</li>
			</ul>
		</div>
	</details>

	<details class="ep-details" open="">
		<summary> <span>Balance Updates</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

		<div class="ep-body">
			<ul style="margin:6px 0 0 18px;padding:0;">
				<li>
					<a href="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/topic/772-april-2026-balance-update-%E2%80%93-details-release-notes/" rel="">April 2026 Balance Update – Details &amp; Release Notes, April 13, 2026:</a>

					<ul>
						<li>
							Family bonus buffed: All members of the family now also gain Humility at the end of each turn
						</li>
						<li>
							Adjusted the amount of Humility required for a stronger Special Skill for all members of the family
							<ul>
								<li>
									Pendulus Clonk: 35 -&gt; 40
								</li>
							</ul>
						</li>
					</ul>
				</li>
			</ul>
		</div>
	</details>

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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">530</guid><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2026 23:27:43 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Duke Whitley - 5* - Red - Springvale - Hero Topic</title><link>https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/topic/675-duke-whitley-5-red-springvale-hero-topic/</link><description><![CDATA[<div class="ep-wrap">
	<div class="ep-card ep-hero">
		<div class="ep-title">
			Duke Whitley
		</div>

		<div class="ep-meta">
			<img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"> (Legendary) • <img alt=":herald_red:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/herald_red.webp" title=":herald_red:"> Fire / Red • <img alt=":wizard:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/wizard.webp" title=":wizard:"> Wizard • <img alt=":easter:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/easter.webp" title=":easter:"> Springvale • Released: 30/03/2026 • Outfitter: 29/09/2027 • Hero Coach: 29/03/2028
		</div>

		<div class="ep-notes">
			High Mage of Springvale
		</div>
	</div>

	<div class="ep-card" style="padding:0; border:none; background:transparent; box-shadow:none;">
		<input class="imgToggle_input" id="heroImgToggle1" type="checkbox">
		<div class="imgToggle_wrap">
			<div class="imgToggle_head">
				<div class="imgToggle_title">
					Tap Buttons
				</div>

				<div>
					<label class="ep-btn imgToggle_btnLb2" for="heroImgToggle1" title="Show LB2">LB2</label> <label class="ep-btn imgToggle_btnMax" for="heroImgToggle1" title="Show MAX">MAX</label>
				</div>
			</div>

			<div class="imgToggle_stage">
				<div class="imgToggle_layer max is-default">
					<img alt="Hero Image MAX" decoding="async" loading="lazy" style="height: auto;" data-src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/images/forum/herocards/max/legendary/fire/duke_whitley.webp" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png">
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				<div class="imgToggle_layer lb2">
					<img alt="Hero Image LB2" decoding="async" loading="lazy" style="height: auto;" data-src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/images/forum/herocards/lb2/legendary/fire/duke_whitley.webp" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png">
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	</div>

	<details class="ep-details" open="">
		<summary> <span>Overview</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

		<div class="ep-body">
			<div class="ep-block">
				<div class="ep-kvGrid">
					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Rarity
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						<div style="color:var(--ep-text-dimmer);">
							<img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"> (Legendary)
						</div>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Element / Class
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						<div class="ep-costumeGrid">
							<div>
								<img alt=":herald_red:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/herald_red.webp" title=":herald_red:"> Fire / Red
							</div>

							<div>
								<img alt=":wizard:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/wizard.webp" title=":wizard:"> Wizard
							</div>
						</div>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Family
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						<img alt=":easter:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/easter.webp" title=":easter:"> Springvale
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Mana Speed
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						Average
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Special
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						Roasting Rooster
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k ep-sepTop">
						Costume Bonus
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell ep-sepTop">
						N/A
					</div>
				</div>
			</div>
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	</details>

	<details class="ep-details" open="">
		<summary> <span>Stats</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

		<div class="ep-body">
			<div class="ep-stats">
				<div class="ep-statsHeader">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						Level
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":attack:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/attack.webp" title=":attack:"> Attack
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":defense:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/defense.webp" title=":defense:"> Defense
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":health:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/health.webp" title=":health:"> Health
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":emoji_spritesheet_68:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/emoji_spritesheet_68.webp" title=":emoji_spritesheet_68:"> Power
					</div>
				</div>

				<div class="ep-statsRow">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						<strong>Max</strong>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1349
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1289
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2288
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1278
					</div>
				</div>

				<div class="ep-statsRow">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						<strong>LB1</strong>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1454
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1389
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2466
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1368
					</div>
				</div>

				<div class="ep-statsRow">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						<strong>LB2</strong>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1663
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1590
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2821
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1547
					</div>
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			</div>
		</div>
	</details>

	<details class="ep-details" open="" style="background:rgba(24,18,40,.78);">
		<summary> <span>Special Skill — Average — Roasting Rooster</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

		<div class="ep-body">
			<ul class="ep-bullets">
				<li>
					<span><span>Deals 425% damage to the target and nearby enemies.</span></span>
				</li>
				<li>
					<span><span>The target nearby enemies receive 644 Burn damage over 4 turns. The caster and all their allies absorb 30% of dealt Burn damage as health.</span></span>
				</li>
				<li>
					<span><span>The damage and nearby enemies get -54% decrease of any healing received for 4 turns.</span></span>
				</li>
				<li>
					<span><span>The caster gets -51% defense aganist Ice for 4 turns. This effect can't be cleansed.</span></span>
				</li>
			</ul>
		</div>
	</details>

	<details class="ep-details" open="">
		<summary> <span>Family Bonus / Passives / Aether Power</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

		<div class="ep-body">
			<div style="font-size:16px;font-weight:800;margin:10px 0 8px;">
				Family Bonus
			</div>

			<div style="font-size:13px;white-space:pre-line;">
				<img alt=":easter:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/easter.webp" title=":easter:"> Springvale
			</div>

			<ul class="ep-bullets">
				<li style="font-size:13px;">
					Heroes become stronger when teamed up with unique heroes of the same family.
				</li>
				<li style="font-size:13px;">
					Bonus for 2 / 3 Heroes:
					<ul class="ep-bullets">
						<li style="font-size:13px;">
							+10% / +20% attack.
						</li>
						<li>
							Event Hero Bonus
							<ul>
								<li>
									The members of this family have additional perks in the Springvale Festival event.
								</li>
							</ul>
						</li>
					</ul>
				</li>
			</ul>

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				Passives
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			<div class="ep-list">
				<div class="ep-item">
					<div class="ep-itemTitle">
						<span><img alt=":passive_defense_down_stack_on_special:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/passive_defense_down_stack_on_special.webp" title=":passive_defense_down_stack_on_special:"></span> Status Effect on Special
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					<div class="ep-itemDesc">
						When this character casts their Special Skill, all enemies get Stack (Max: <strong>10</strong>) <span>:</span> <strong>-5%</strong> defense.
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				</div>
			</div>

			<div style="height:10px;">
				 
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			<div style="font-size:16px;font-weight:800;margin:10px 0 8px;">
				Aether Power
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			<div class="ep-list">
				<div class="ep-item">
					<div class="ep-itemTitle">
						<img alt=":aether_special_boost:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/aether_special_boost.webp" title=":aether_special_boost:"> Special Boost
					</div>

					<div class="ep-itemDesc">
						At the start of each turn, this Hero's Special Skill deals an additional +30% damage for 6 turns.
						<div class="ep-tip">
							<input id="tip1" type="checkbox"><label class="ep-tipIcon" for="tip1"><img src="https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/gh/twitter/twemoji@14.0.2/assets/72x72/2754.png" class="ipsEmoji" alt="❔"></label>

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								<label aria-label="Close tooltip" class="ep-tipClose" for="tip1" title="Close">×</label>

								<ul class="ep-tipList">
									<li>
										In battles with multiple waves, the effect is refreshed at the beginning of each wave.
									</li>
								</ul>
							</div>
						</div>
					</div>
				</div>
			</div>
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	</details>

	<details class="ep-details" open="">
		<summary> <span>Beta information / Changes / Related topics</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

		<div class="ep-body">
			<div style="font-size:16px;font-weight:800;margin-bottom:8px;">
				Beta Information
			</div>

			<ul style="margin:6px 0 12px 18px;padding:0;">
				<li>
					N/A
				</li>
			</ul>

			<div style="font-size:16px;font-weight:800;margin-bottom:8px;">
				Changes From Beta
			</div>

			<ul style="margin:6px 0 12px 18px;padding:0;">
				<li>
					N/A
				</li>
			</ul>

			<div style="font-size:16px;font-weight:800;margin-bottom:8px;">
				Related Topics
			</div>

			<ul style="margin:6px 0 0 18px;padding:0;">
				<li>
					N/A<a href="https://empuzzled.com/hero-database?search=COS&amp;hero=easter_duke_whitley" rel="external nofollow"> </a>
				</li>
			</ul>
		</div>
	</details>

	<details class="ep-details" open="">
		<summary> <span>Balance Updates</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

		<div class="ep-body">
			<ul style="margin:6px 0 0 18px;padding:0;">
				<li>
					There are no balance updates for this hero so far.
				</li>
			</ul>
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">675</guid><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 21:28:20 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Shar-alen - 5* - Fire - Wild Cat - Hero Topic</title><link>https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/topic/701-shar-alen-5-fire-wild-cat-hero-topic/</link><description><![CDATA[<div class="ep-wrap">
	<div class="ep-card ep-hero">
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			Shar-alen
		</div>

		<div class="ep-meta">
			<img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"> (Legendary) • <img alt=":herald_red:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/herald_red.webp" title=":herald_red:"> Fire / Red • <img alt=":ranger:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/ranger.webp" title=":ranger:"> Ranger • <img alt=":wild_cat:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/wild_cat.webp" title=":wild_cat:"> Wild Cat • Released: 30/03/2026 • Outfitter: 29/09/2027 • Hero Coach: 29/03/2028
		</div>

		<div class="ep-notes">
			Ruthless Frontline Lynx
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	<div class="ep-card" style="padding:0; border:none; background:transparent; box-shadow:none;">
		<input class="imgToggle_input" id="heroImgToggle1" type="checkbox">
		<div class="imgToggle_wrap">
			<div class="imgToggle_head">
				<div class="imgToggle_title">
					Tap Buttons
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					<label class="ep-btn imgToggle_btnLb2" for="heroImgToggle1" title="Show LB2">LB2</label> <label class="ep-btn imgToggle_btnMax" for="heroImgToggle1" title="Show MAX">MAX</label>
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					<img alt="Hero Image LB2" decoding="async" loading="lazy" style="height: auto;" data-src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/images/forum/herocards/lb2/legendary/fire/shar-alen.webp" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png">
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	<details class="ep-details" open="">
		<summary> <span>Overview</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

		<div class="ep-body">
			<div class="ep-block">
				<div class="ep-kvGrid">
					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Rarity
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						<div style="color:var(--ep-text-dimmer);">
							<img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"> (Legendary)
						</div>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Element / Class
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						<div class="ep-costumeGrid">
							<div>
								<img alt=":herald_red:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/herald_red.webp" title=":herald_red:"> Fire / Red
							</div>

							<div>
								<img alt=":ranger:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/ranger.webp" title=":ranger:"> Ranger
							</div>
						</div>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Family
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						<img alt=":wild_cat:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/wild_cat.webp" title=":wild_cat:"> Wild Cat
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Mana Speed
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						Very Fast
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Special
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						Tip of the Spear
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k ep-sepTop">
						Costume Bonus
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell ep-sepTop">
						N/A
					</div>
				</div>
			</div>
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	</details>

	<details class="ep-details" open="">
		<summary> <span>Stats</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

		<div class="ep-body">
			<div class="ep-stats">
				<div class="ep-statsHeader">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						Level
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":attack:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/attack.webp" title=":attack:"> Attack
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":defense:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/defense.webp" title=":defense:"> Defense
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":health:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/health.webp" title=":health:"> Health
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":emoji_spritesheet_68:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/emoji_spritesheet_68.webp" title=":emoji_spritesheet_68:"> Power
					</div>
				</div>

				<div class="ep-statsRow">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						<strong>Max</strong>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1429
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1223
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2329
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1293
					</div>
				</div>

				<div class="ep-statsRow">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						<strong>LB1</strong>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1540
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1318
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2510
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1384
					</div>
				</div>

				<div class="ep-statsRow">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						<strong>LB2</strong>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1762
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1508
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2872
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1566
					</div>
				</div>
			</div>
		</div>
	</details>

	<details class="ep-details" open="" style="background:rgba(24,18,40,.78);">
		<summary> <span>Special Skill — Very Fast — Tip of the Spear</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

		<div class="ep-body">
			<ul class="ep-bullets">
				<li>
					<span><span><span>Deals 400% Clawing damage to the target. (Deals 600% damage against enemies with any defensive buffs, Minions or Mega Minions. Enemies with any defensive buffs, Minions or Mega Minions receive -35% defense for 6 turns.)</span></span></span>
				</li>
				<li>
					<span><span><span>Reduces the mana of the target by 15%.</span></span></span>
				</li>
				<li>
					<span><span><span>For 4 turns, the target receives 70% of all damage dealt to their allies.</span></span></span>
				</li>
			</ul>
		</div>
	</details>

	<details class="ep-details" open="">
		<summary> <span>Family Bonus / Passives / Aether Power</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

		<div class="ep-body">
			<div style="font-size:16px;font-weight:800;margin:10px 0 8px;">
				Family Bonus
			</div>

			<div style="font-size:13px;white-space:pre-line;">
				<img alt=":wild_cat:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/wild_cat.webp" title=":wild_cat:"> Wild Cat
			</div>

			<ul class="ep-bullets">
				<li style="font-size:13px;">
					Heroes become stronger when teamed with other unique Heroes of the same family.
				</li>
				<li style="font-size:13px;">
					Bonus for 1 / 2 / 3 Heroes:
					<ul class="ep-bullets">
						<li style="font-size:13px;">
							5% / 10% / 15% chance to dodge Special Skills.
						</li>
						<li style="font-size:13px;">
							Each Special Skill dodged damage the attacker 100 / 200 / 300 damage.
						</li>
					</ul>
				</li>
			</ul>

			<div style="height:10px;">
				 
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			<div style="font-size:16px;font-weight:800;margin-bottom:8px;">
				Passives
			</div>

			<div class="ep-list">
				<div class="ep-item">
					<div class="ep-itemTitle">
						<img alt=":passive_resist_defense_change:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/passive_resist_defense_change.webp" title=":passive_resist_defense_change:"> Trait: Lithe Frame
					</div>

					<div class="ep-itemDesc">
						<span><span><span>This character is not affect by effects that increase or reduce defense.</span></span></span>

						<ul>
							<li>
								<span><span><span><span>This includes</span></span></span></span>

								<ul>
									<li>
										<span><span><span><span><span>Status effect buffs and ailments.</span></span></span></span></span>
									</li>
									<li>
										<span><span><span><span><span>Positive and negative stacks.</span></span></span></span></span>
									</li>
									<li>
										<span><span><span><span><span>Growth and Wither effects.</span></span></span></span></span>
									</li>
								</ul>
							</li>
						</ul>
					</div>
				</div>

				<div class="ep-item">
					<div class="ep-itemTitle">
						<img alt=":passive_revive_chance_nine_lives:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/passive_revive_chance_nine_lives.webp" title=":passive_revive_chance_nine_lives:"> Nine Lives
					</div>

					<div class="ep-itemDesc">
						<ul>
							<li style="font-size:13px;">
								When defeated this character has 80% chance to revive at the begining of their next turn with 50% health and 80% mana.
							</li>
							<li style="font-size:13px;">
								Activates up to 9 times. Chance to revive is reduced on each activation. Can't be prevented with status ailments on Passive Skills.
							</li>
						</ul>
					</div>
				</div>
			</div>

			<div style="height:10px;">
				 
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			<div style="font-size:16px;font-weight:800;margin:10px 0 8px;">
				Aether Power
			</div>

			<div class="ep-list">
				<div class="ep-item">
					<div class="ep-itemTitle">
						<img alt=":aether_special_boost:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/aether_special_boost.webp" title=":aether_special_boost:"> Special Boost
					</div>

					<div class="ep-itemDesc">
						At the start of each turn, this Hero's Special Skill deals an additional +30% damage for 6 turns.
						<div class="ep-tip">
							<input id="tip1" type="checkbox"><label class="ep-tipIcon" for="tip1"><img src="https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/gh/twitter/twemoji@14.0.2/assets/72x72/2754.png" class="ipsEmoji" alt="❔"></label>

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								<label aria-label="Close tooltip" class="ep-tipClose" for="tip1" title="Close">×</label>

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									<li>
										In battles with multiple waves, the effect is refreshed at the beginning of each wave.
									</li>
								</ul>
							</div>
						</div>
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	<details class="ep-details" open="">
		<summary> <span>Beta information / Changes / Related topics</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

		<div class="ep-body">
			<div style="font-size:16px;font-weight:800;margin-bottom:8px;">
				Beta Information
			</div>

			<ul style="margin:6px 0 12px 18px;padding:0;">
				<li>
					N/A
				</li>
			</ul>

			<div style="font-size:16px;font-weight:800;margin-bottom:8px;">
				Changes From Beta
			</div>

			<ul style="margin:6px 0 12px 18px;padding:0;">
				<li>
					Attack is reduced from 1339 to 1293.
				</li>
				<li>
					Defense is increased from 1240 to 1429.
				</li>
				<li>
					Health is increased from 2224 to 2329.
				</li>
				<li>
					Clawing damage is reduced from 500% to 400%. (Against enemies with defensive buffs it is reduced from 750% to 600%.)
				</li>
				<li>
					Mana reduction is increased from 15% to 20%.
				</li>
			</ul>

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				Related Topics
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				<li>
					N/A<a href="https://empuzzled.com/hero-database?search=COS&amp;hero=wild_cat_sharalen" rel="external nofollow"> </a>
				</li>
			</ul>
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	<details class="ep-details" open="">
		<summary> <span>Balance Updates</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">701</guid><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 21:22:26 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Carthizux - 5* - Fire - Astral Demon - Hero Topic</title><link>https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/topic/707-carthizux-5-fire-astral-demon-hero-topic/</link><description><![CDATA[<div class="ep-wrap">
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			Carthizux
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			<img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"> (Legendary) • <img alt=":herald_red:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/herald_red.webp" title=":herald_red:"> Fire / Red • <img alt=":rogue:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/rogue.webp" title=":rogue:"> Rogue • <img alt=":astral_demons:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/astral_demons.webp" title=":astral_demons:"> Astral Demons • Released: 05/04/2026 • Outfitter: 05/10/2027 • Hero Coach: 04/04/2028
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			Astral Demon Maniac
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						Rarity
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								<img alt=":herald_red:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/herald_red.webp" title=":herald_red:"> Fire / Red
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								<img alt=":rogue:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/rogue.webp" title=":rogue:"> Rogue
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						Family
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						<img alt=":astral_demons:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/astral_demons.webp" title=":astral_demons:"> Astral Demons
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						Mana Speed
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						Fast
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						Special
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						Astral Madness Unleashed
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						Costume Bonus
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						N/A
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						Level
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						<img alt=":attack:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/attack.webp" title=":attack:"> Attack
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						<img alt=":health:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/health.webp" title=":health:"> Health
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						<img alt=":emoji_spritesheet_68:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/emoji_spritesheet_68.webp" title=":emoji_spritesheet_68:"> Power
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						<strong>Max</strong>
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						1382
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						1320
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						2261
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						1294
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						<strong>LB1</strong>
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						1489
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					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1423
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					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2437
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					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1385
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						<strong>LB2</strong>
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					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1704
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					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1628
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					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2788
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						1567
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		<summary> <span>Special Skill — Fast — Astral Madness Unleashed</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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					<span><span>Deals 400% damage to enemies to the target.</span></span>
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					<span><span>Has 75% chance for additional hits on random enemies up to 4 times.</span></span>
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					<span><span>Hit enemies receive Resonance for 3 turns. Each turn, Resonance deals 252 damage to the target afflicted enemies and 126 damage to nearby enemies.</span></span>
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					<span><span>The caster steals 20% of generated mana from hit enemies over 3 turns. This effect gets removed if the caster is defeated.</span></span>
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		<summary> <span>Family Bonus / Passives / Aether Power</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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				<img alt=":astral_demons:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/astral_demons.webp" title=":astral_demons:"> Astral Demons
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					Heroes become stronger when teamed with other unique Heroes of the same family.
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							This character gains 3/6% mana when taking Special Skills damage. This effect can activate once per turn.
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							50% / 70% chance to cleanse a random cleansable status ailment from this character when receiving Special Skills damage.
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						<img alt=":status_never_miss:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/status_never_miss.webp" title=":status_never_miss:"> Perfect Accuracy
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								This character’s Special Skill never misses its targets.
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						<img alt=":aether_mana_boost:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/aether_mana_boost.webp" title=":aether_mana_boost:"> Resist Negative Mana Effects
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								This character is immune to mana reductions, as well as status ailments and negative stacks that affect mana generation. Applies also to effects and status ailments that block or steal mana.
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						<img alt=":passive_mana_generation_modifier:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/passive_mana_generation_modifier.webp" title=":passive_mana_generation_modifier:"> Hinder Mana
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								Reduces the amount of mana increased by Special Skills, Passive Skills, family bonuses and status effects by -80%. The effect applies to all enemies in battle.
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				Aether Power
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						<img alt=":aether_rage:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/aether_rage.webp" title=":aether_rage:"> Rage
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						At the start of each battle, this Hero gets +15% attack, and a further 1% increase every time they are hit during 6 turns.
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										In battles with multiple waves, the effect is refreshed at the beginning of each wave.
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					N/A
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				Changes From Beta
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					<span><span>Hero is renamed from Carcazzux to Carthizux.</span></span>
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					<span><span>Attack is increased from 1367 to 1382.</span></span>
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					<span><span>Defense is increased from 1297 to 1320.</span></span>
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					<span><span>Health is increased from 2206 to 2261.</span></span>
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					This section will be updated after release.
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				Related Topics
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					N/A<a href="https://empuzzled.com/hero-database?search=COS&amp;hero=astral_demon_carthizux" rel="external nofollow"> </a>
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">707</guid><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 22:31:12 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Embertail - 5* - Fire - Adventurous Rodents - Hero Topic</title><link>https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/topic/578-embertail-5-fire-adventurous-rodents-hero-topic/</link><description><![CDATA[<div class="ep-wrap">
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			Embertail
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			<img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"> (Legendary) • <img alt=":herald_red:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/herald_red.webp" title=":herald_red:"> Fire / Red • <img alt=":wizard:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/wizard.webp" title=":wizard:"> Wizard • <img alt=":rodent:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/rodent.webp" title=":rodent:"> Adventurous Rodent • Released: 18/03/2026 • Outfitter: 17/09/2027 • Hero Coach: 17/03/2028
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			The Pyromouse
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						Rarity
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							<img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"> (Legendary)
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						Element / Class
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						<div class="ep-costumeGrid">
							<div>
								<img alt=":herald_red:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/herald_red.webp" title=":herald_red:"> Fire / Red
							</div>

							<div>
								<img alt=":wizard:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/wizard.webp" title=":wizard:"> Wizard
							</div>
						</div>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Family
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						<img alt=":rodent:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/rodent.webp" title=":rodent:"> Adventurous Rodent
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Mana Speed
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						Fast
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Special
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						Blazing Matchstick
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k ep-sepTop">
						Costume Bonus
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell ep-sepTop">
						N/A
					</div>
				</div>
			</div>
		</div>
	</details>

	<details class="ep-details" open="">
		<summary> <span>Stats</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

		<div class="ep-body">
			<div class="ep-stats">
				<div class="ep-statsHeader">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						Level
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":attack:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/attack.webp" title=":attack:"> Attack
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":defense:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/defense.webp" title=":defense:"> Defense
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":health:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/health.webp" title=":health:"> Health
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":emoji_spritesheet_68:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/emoji_spritesheet_68.webp" title=":emoji_spritesheet_68:"> Power
					</div>
				</div>

				<div class="ep-statsRow">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						<strong>Max</strong>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1365
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1322
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2268
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1290
					</div>
				</div>

				<div class="ep-statsRow">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						<strong>LB1</strong>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1471
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1425
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2444
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1381
					</div>
				</div>

				<div class="ep-statsRow">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						<strong>LB2</strong>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1684
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1630
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2796
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1562
					</div>
				</div>
			</div>
		</div>
	</details>

	<details class="ep-details" open="" style="background:rgba(24,18,40,.78);">
		<summary> <span>Special Skill — Fast — Blazing Matchstick</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

		<div class="ep-body">
			<ul class="ep-bullets">
				<li>
					<span><span>Deals 390% damage to the target and nearby enemies.</span></span>
				</li>
				<li>
					<span><span>Wild: The target and nearby enemies receive 609 Burn damage over 3 turns.</span></span>
					<div class="ep-tip">
						<input id="tip1" type="checkbox"> <label class="ep-tipIcon" for="tip1"> <img src="https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/gh/twitter/twemoji@14.0.2/assets/72x72/2754.png" class="ipsEmoji" alt="❔"> </label>
						<div class="ep-tipBox">
							<label aria-label="Close tooltip" class="ep-tipClose" for="tip1" title="Close">×</label>
							<ul class="ep-tipList">
								<li>
									When dealing damage, Wild effects have a 50% chance to deal +100% more damage.
								</li>
								<li>
									This also reduces enemies' max health in PVP battles.
								</li>
								<li>
									This effect is stronger against boosted health.
								</li>
								<li>
									Wild effects bypass all immunities.
								</li>
								<li>
									Wild effects can be applied in addition to other effects of the same type.
								</li>
							</ul>
						</div>
					</div>
				</li>
				<li>
					<span><span>The caster and nearby allies get +35% mana generation for 3 turns.</span></span>
					<div class="ep-tip">
						<input id="tip1" type="checkbox"> <label class="ep-tipIcon" for="tip1"> <img src="https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/gh/twitter/twemoji@14.0.2/assets/72x72/2754.png" class="ipsEmoji" alt="❔"> </label>
						<div class="ep-tipBox">
							<label aria-label="Close tooltip" class="ep-tipClose" for="tip1" title="Close">×</label> Affects only mana generated from matching tiles or mana gained by the defense team at the end of their turn.
						</div>
					</div>
				</li>
			</ul>
		</div>
	</details>

	<details class="ep-details" open="">
		<summary> <span>Family Bonus / Passives / Aether Power</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

		<div class="ep-body">
			<div style="font-size:16px;font-weight:800;margin:10px 0 8px;">
				Family Bonus
			</div>

			<div style="font-size:13px;white-space:pre-line;">
				<img alt=":rodent:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/rodent.webp" title=":rodent:"> Adventurous Rodent
			</div>

			<ul class="ep-bullets">
				<li style="font-size:13px;">
					<span>Heroes become stonger when teamed with other unique Heroes of the same family. Bonus for 1 / 2 / 3 Heroes: </span>

					<ul>
						<li>
							<span><span>6% / 12% / 18% chance to dodge Special Skills.</span></span>
						</li>
						<li>
							<span><span>Each Special Skill dodged heals this character to 100 / 150 / 200 health.</span></span>
						</li>
					</ul>
				</li>
			</ul>

			<div style="height:10px;">
				 
			</div>

			<div style="font-size:16px;font-weight:800;margin-bottom:8px;">
				Passives
			</div>

			<div class="ep-list">
				<div class="ep-item">
					<div class="ep-itemTitle">
						<img alt=":passive_resist_attack_change:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/passive_resist_attack_change.webp" title=":passive_resist_attack_change:">Tiny Frame
					</div>

					<div class="ep-itemDesc">
						<p>
							<span><span><em><span>This character is not affected by effects that increase or reduce attack.</span></em></span></span>
						</p>

						<p>
							<span><span><em><span>This includes</span></em></span></span>
						</p>

						<ul>
							<li>
								<span><span><span><em><span>Status effect buffs and ailments</span></em></span></span></span>
							</li>
							<li>
								<span><span><span><em><span>Positive and negative Stacks</span></em></span></span></span>
							</li>
							<li>
								<span><span><span><em><span>Growth and Wither effects</span></em></span></span></span>
							</li>
						</ul>
					</div>
				</div>

				<div class="ep-item">
					<div class="ep-itemTitle">
						<img alt=":passive_nibble:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/passive_nibble.webp" title=":passive_nibble:"> Nibble
					</div>

					<div class="ep-itemDesc">
						<span><span><em><span>When any other ally casts a Special Skill:</span></em></span></span>

						<ul>
							<li>
								<span><span><span><em><span>This character deals 150% damage to a random enemy.</span></em></span></span></span>
							</li>
							<li>
								<span><span><span><em><span>The random enemy gets -20% defense for 3 turns.</span></em></span></span></span>
							</li>
						</ul>
					</div>
				</div>
			</div>

			<div style="height:10px;">
				 
			</div>

			<div style="font-size:16px;font-weight:800;margin:10px 0 8px;">
				Aether Power
			</div>

			<div class="ep-list">
				<div class="ep-item">
					<div class="ep-itemTitle">
						<img alt=":aether_damage_reduction:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/aether_damage_reduction.webp" title=":aether_damage_reduction:"> Damage Reduction
					</div>

					<div class="ep-itemDesc">
						At the start of each battle, all damage received by this hero is reduced by 10% for 6 turns.
						<div class="ep-tip">
							<input id="tip1" type="checkbox"><label class="ep-tipIcon" for="tip1"><img src="https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/gh/twitter/twemoji@14.0.2/assets/72x72/2754.png" class="ipsEmoji" alt="❔"></label>

							<div class="ep-tipBox">
								<label aria-label="Close tooltip" class="ep-tipClose" for="tip1" title="Close">×</label>

								<ul class="ep-tipList">
									<li>
										In battles with multiple waves, the effect is refreshed at the beginning of each wave.
									</li>
								</ul>
							</div>
						</div>
					</div>
				</div>
			</div>
		</div>
	</details>

	<details class="ep-details" open="">
		<summary> <span>Beta information / Changes / Related topics</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

		<div class="ep-body">
			<div style="font-size:16px;font-weight:800;margin-bottom:8px;">
				Beta Information
			</div>

			<ul style="margin:6px 0 12px 18px;padding:0;">
				<li>
					N/A
				</li>
			</ul>

			<div style="font-size:16px;font-weight:800;margin-bottom:8px;">
				Changes From Beta
			</div>

			<ul style="margin:6px 0 12px 18px;padding:0;">
				<li>
					<span><span>Attack is increased from 1355 to 1365.</span></span>
				</li>
				<li>
					<span><span>Defense is increased from 1312 to 1322.</span></span>
				</li>
				<li>
					<span><span>Health is increased from 2245 to 2268.</span></span>
				</li>
				<li>
					This section will be updated after release.
				</li>
			</ul>

			<div style="font-size:16px;font-weight:800;margin-bottom:8px;">
				Related Topics
			</div>

			<ul style="margin:6px 0 0 18px;padding:0;">
				<li>
					N/A<a href="https://empuzzled.com/hero-database?search=COS&amp;hero=rodent_embertail" rel="external nofollow"> </a>
				</li>
			</ul>
		</div>
	</details>

	<details class="ep-details" open="">
		<summary> <span>Balance Updates</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

		<div class="ep-body">
			<ul style="margin:6px 0 0 18px;padding:0;">
				<li>
					There are no balance updates for this hero so far.
				</li>
			</ul>
		</div>
	</details>

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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">578</guid><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 23:08:55 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Asakura Masao - 5* - Fire - Ronin - Hero Topic</title><link>https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/topic/485-asakura-masao-5-fire-ronin-hero-topic/</link><description><![CDATA[<div class="ep-wrap">
	<div class="ep-card ep-hero">
		<div class="ep-title">
			Asakura Masao
		</div>

		<div class="ep-meta">
			<img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"> (Legendary) • <img alt=":herald_red:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/herald_red.webp" title=":herald_red:"> Fire / Red • <img alt=":paladin:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/paladin.webp" title=":paladin:"> Paladin • <img alt=":ronin:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/ronin.webp" title=":ronin:"> Ronin • Released: 10/03/2026 • Outfitter: 09/09/2027 • Hero Coach: 09/03/2028
		</div>

		<div class="ep-notes">
			Enraged Ronin
		</div>
	</div>

	<div class="ep-card" style="padding:0; border:none; background:transparent; box-shadow:none;">
		<input class="imgToggle_input" id="heroImgToggle1" type="checkbox">
		<div class="imgToggle_wrap">
			<div class="imgToggle_head">
				<div class="imgToggle_title">
					Tap Buttons
				</div>

				<div>
					<label class="ep-btn imgToggle_btnLb2" for="heroImgToggle1" title="Show LB2">LB2</label> <label class="ep-btn imgToggle_btnMax" for="heroImgToggle1" title="Show MAX">MAX</label>
				</div>
			</div>

			<div class="imgToggle_stage">
				<div class="imgToggle_layer max is-default">
					<img alt="Hero Image MAX" decoding="async" loading="lazy" style="height: auto;" data-src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/images/forum/herocards/max/legendary/fire/asakura_masao.webp" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png">
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				<div class="imgToggle_layer lb2">
					<img alt="Hero Image LB2" decoding="async" loading="lazy" style="height: auto;" data-src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/images/forum/herocards/lb2/legendary/fire/asakura_masao.webp" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png">
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			</div>
		</div>
	</div>

	<details class="ep-details" open="">
		<summary> <span>Overview</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

		<div class="ep-body">
			<div class="ep-block">
				<div class="ep-kvGrid">
					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Rarity
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						<div style="color:var(--ep-text-dimmer);">
							<img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"> (Legendary)
						</div>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Element / Class
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						<div class="ep-costumeGrid">
							<div>
								<img alt=":herald_red:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/herald_red.webp" title=":herald_red:"> Fire / Red
							</div>

							<div>
								<img alt=":paladin:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/paladin.webp" title=":paladin:"> Paladin
							</div>
						</div>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Family
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						<img alt=":ronin:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/ronin.webp" title=":ronin:"> Ronin
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Mana Speed
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						Charge
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Special
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						Two Sword Technique
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k ep-sepTop">
						Costume Bonus
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell ep-sepTop">
						N/A
					</div>
				</div>
			</div>
		</div>
	</details>

	<details class="ep-details" open="">
		<summary> <span>Stats</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

		<div class="ep-body">
			<div class="ep-stats">
				<div class="ep-statsHeader">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						Level
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":attack:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/attack.webp" title=":attack:"> Attack
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":defense:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/defense.webp" title=":defense:"> Defense
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":health:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/health.webp" title=":health:"> Health
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":emoji_spritesheet_68:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/emoji_spritesheet_68.webp" title=":emoji_spritesheet_68:"> Power
					</div>
				</div>

				<div class="ep-statsRow">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						<strong>Max</strong>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1316
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1357
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2307
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1288
					</div>
				</div>

				<div class="ep-statsRow">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						<strong>LB1</strong>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1418
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1462
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2486
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1378
					</div>
				</div>

				<div class="ep-statsRow">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						<strong>LB2</strong>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1623
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1673
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2844
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1559
					</div>
				</div>
			</div>
		</div>
	</details>

	<details class="ep-details" open="" style="background:rgba(24,18,40,.78);">
		<summary> <span>Special Skill — Charge — Two Sword Technique</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

		<div class="ep-body">
			<ul class="ep-bullets">
				<li>
					<span><span>Special Skil has a different effect when charged with 100% / 200% / 300% mana:</span></span>
				</li>
				<li>
					<span><span>x1 Mana Charge:</span></span>
					<ul>
						<li>
							<span><span><span>Deals 250% damage to the target.</span></span></span>
						</li>
						<li>
							<span><span><span>The attack chains through all the enemies who are adjacent to any hit enemy.</span></span></span>
						</li>
						<li>
							<span><span><span>Growth: All allies get 75 attack and 75 defense.</span></span></span>
						</li>
					</ul>
				</li>
				<li>
					<span><span>x2 Mana Charge:</span></span>
					<ul>
						<li>
							<span><span><span>Deals 400% damage to the target.</span></span></span>
						</li>
						<li>
							<span><span><span>The attack chains through all the enemies who are adjacent to any hit enemy.</span></span></span>
						</li>
						<li>
							<span><span><span>Growth: All allies get 150 attack and 150 defense.</span></span></span>
						</li>
					</ul>
				</li>
				<li>
					<span><span>x3 Mana Charge:</span></span>
					<ul>
						<li>
							<span><span><span>Deals 600% damage to the target.</span></span></span>
						</li>
						<li>
							<span><span><span>The attack chains through all the enemies who are adjacent to any hit enemy.</span></span></span>
						</li>
						<li>
							<span><span><span>Growth: All allies get 600 attack and 600 defense.</span></span></span>
						</li>
					</ul>
				</li>
			</ul>
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		<summary> <span>Family Bonus / Passives / Aether Power</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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				Family Bonus
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				<img alt=":ronin:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/ronin.webp" title=":ronin:"> Ronin
			</div>

			<ul class="ep-bullets">
				<li style="font-size:13px;">
					Heroes become stronger when teamed with other unique Heroes of the same family.
				</li>
				<li style="font-size:13px;">
					Bonus for 2 / 3 Heroes:
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						<li style="font-size:13px;">
							This character has 30% / 50% / 70% extra chance to bypass defensive buffs with their attacks. If any defensive buffs are bypassed, this character's mana is increased by 5%.
						</li>
					</ul>

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						Passives
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								<img alt=":passive_dishonorable_death:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/passive_dishonorable_death.webp" title=":passive_dishonorable_death:"> Dishonourable Defeat
							</div>

							<div class="ep-itemDesc">
								<span><span><em><span>When this character is defeated by a Special Skill, they perform the following actions:</span></em></span></span>

								<ul>
									<li>
										<span><span><span><em><span>The attacker receives 450% damage.</span></em></span></span></span>
									</li>
									<li>
										<span><span><span><em><span>The attacker receives 1500 Bleed damage over 3 turns.</span></em></span></span></span>
									</li>
								</ul>
							</div>
						</div>

						<div class="ep-item">
							<div class="ep-itemTitle">
								<img alt=":passive_prevent_boosted_health:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/passive_prevent_boosted_health.webp" title=":passive_prevent_boosted_health:"> Prevent Boosted Healing
							</div>

							<div class="ep-itemDesc">
								<span><span><em><span>Enemies' health cannot increase above their max health.</span></em></span></span>
							</div>
						</div>
					</div>

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						Aether Power
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						<div class="ep-item">
							<div class="ep-itemTitle">
								<img alt=":aether_damage_reduction:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/aether_damage_reduction.webp" title=":aether_damage_reduction:"> Damage Reduction
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							<div class="ep-itemDesc">
								At the start of each battle, all damage received by this hero is reduced by 10% for 6 turns.
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									<input id="tip1" type="checkbox"><label class="ep-tipIcon" for="tip1"><img src="https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/gh/twitter/twemoji@14.0.2/assets/72x72/2754.png" class="ipsEmoji" alt="❔"></label>

									<div class="ep-tipBox">
										<label aria-label="Close tooltip" class="ep-tipClose" for="tip1" title="Close">×</label>

										<ul class="ep-tipList">
											<li>
												In battles with multiple waves, the effect is refreshed at the beginning of each wave.
											</li>
										</ul>
									</div>
								</div>
							</div>
						</div>
					</div>
				</li>
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	<details class="ep-details" open="">
		<summary> <span>Beta information / Changes / Related topics</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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				Beta Information
			</div>

			<ul style="margin:6px 0 12px 18px;padding:0;">
				<li>
					N/A
				</li>
			</ul>

			<div style="font-size:16px;font-weight:800;margin-bottom:8px;">
				Changes From Beta
			</div>

			<ul style="margin:6px 0 12px 18px;padding:0;">
				<li>
					<span><span>Attack is increased from 1297 to 1316.</span></span>
				</li>
				<li>
					<span><span>Defense is increased from 1339 to 1357.</span></span>
				</li>
				<li>
					<span><span>Health is reduced from 2347 to 2307.</span></span>
				</li>
				<li>
					<span><span>Charge 1 damage is reduced from 310% to 250%.</span></span>
				</li>
				<li>
					<span><span>Charge 2 damage is increased from 385% to 400%.</span></span>
				</li>
				<li>
					<span><span>Charge 3 damage is increased from 480</span></span>% to 600%.
				</li>
				<li>
					Passive damage is increased from 200% to 400%.
				</li>
				<li>
					Passive Bleed damage is increased from 510 to 1200.
				</li>
			</ul>

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				Related Topics
			</div>

			<ul style="margin:6px 0 0 18px;padding:0;">
				<li>
					N/A<a href="https://empuzzled.com/hero-database?search=COS&amp;hero=ronin_asakura_masao" rel="external nofollow"> </a>
				</li>
			</ul>
		</div>
	</details>

	<details class="ep-details" open="">
		<summary> <span>Balance Updates</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

		<div class="ep-body">
			<ul style="margin:6px 0 0 18px;padding:0;">
				<li>
					<a href="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/topic/772-april-2026-balance-update-%E2%80%93-details-release-notes/" rel="">April 2026 Balance Update – Details &amp; Release Notes, April 13, 2026:</a>

					<ul>
						<li>
							<strong>Passive Skill:</strong> Dishonorable Defeat

							<ul>
								<li>
									Direct damage increased: 400% -&gt; 450%
								</li>
								<li>
									Bleed damage increased: 1200 -&gt; 1500 damage over 3 turns
								</li>
								<li>
									This change only affects Legendary members of the family
								</li>
							</ul>
						</li>
						<li>
							<strong>Special skill</strong>
							<ul>
								<li>
									Range of Growth increased for the x1 and x2 Mana Charges
									<ul>
										<li>
											x1 mana charge: The caster -&gt; all allies
										</li>
										<li>
											x2 mana charge: The caster and nearby -&gt; all allies
										</li>
									</ul>
								</li>
								<li>
									Amount of Growth adjusted for new range
									<ul>
										<li>
											x1 mana charge: 100 -&gt; 75 Attack and Defense
										</li>
										<li>
											x2 mana charge: 250 -&gt; 150 Attack and Defense
										</li>
									</ul>
								</li>
							</ul>
						</li>
					</ul>
				</li>
			</ul>
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">485</guid><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 22:20:05 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Troop Mimic - 5* - Fire - Mimic - Hero Topic</title><link>https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/topic/447-troop-mimic-5-fire-mimic-hero-topic/</link><description><![CDATA[<div class="ep-wrap">
	<div class="ep-card ep-hero">
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			Troop Mimic
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		<div class="ep-meta">
			<img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"> (Legendary) • <img alt=":herald_red:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/herald_red.webp" title=":herald_red:"> Fire / Red • <img alt=":wizard:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/wizard.webp" title=":wizard:"> Wizard • <img alt=":mimic:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/mimic.webp" title=":mimic:"> Mimic • Released: 08/03/2026 • Outfitter: 08/09/2027 • Hero Coach: 08/03/2028
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					<img alt="Hero Image LB2" decoding="async" loading="lazy" style="height: auto;" data-src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/images/forum/herocards/lb2/legendary/fire/mimic_5_troop_fire.webp" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png">
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	<details class="ep-details" open="">
		<summary> <span>Overview</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

		<div class="ep-body">
			<div class="ep-block">
				<div class="ep-kvGrid">
					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Rarity
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						<div style="color:var(--ep-text-dimmer);">
							<img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"> (Legendary)
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					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Element / Class
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					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						<div class="ep-costumeGrid">
							<div>
								<img alt=":herald_red:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/herald_red.webp" title=":herald_red:"> Fire / Red
							</div>

							<div>
								<img alt=":wizard:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/wizard.webp" title=":wizard:"> Wizard
							</div>
						</div>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Family
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						<img alt=":mimic:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/mimic.webp" title=":mimic:"> Mimic
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Mana Speed
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					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						Average
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Special
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						Gluttonous Chomp
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k ep-sepTop">
						Costume Bonus
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell ep-sepTop">
						N/A
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	<details class="ep-details" open="">
		<summary> <span>Stats</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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			<div class="ep-stats">
				<div class="ep-statsHeader">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						Level
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":attack:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/attack.webp" title=":attack:"> Attack
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":defense:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/defense.webp" title=":defense:"> Defense
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":health:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/health.webp" title=":health:"> Health
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":emoji_spritesheet_68:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/emoji_spritesheet_68.webp" title=":emoji_spritesheet_68:"> Power
					</div>
				</div>

				<div class="ep-statsRow">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						<strong>Max</strong>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1336
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1332
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2263
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1282
					</div>
				</div>

				<div class="ep-statsRow">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						<strong>LB1</strong>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1440
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1436
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2439
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1372
					</div>
				</div>

				<div class="ep-statsRow">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						<strong>LB2</strong>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1648
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1643
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2791
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1552
					</div>
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	<details class="ep-details" open="" style="background:rgba(24,18,40,.78);">
		<summary> <span>Special Skill — Average — Gluttonous Chomp</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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					<span><span>Deals 530% damage to the target.</span></span>
				</li>
				<li>
					<span><span>If an enemy is defeated by the attack, the caster recovers +50% health and gains +33% mana.</span></span>
					<div class="ep-tip">
						<input id="tip1" type="checkbox"> <label class="ep-tipIcon" for="tip1"> <img src="https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/gh/twitter/twemoji@14.0.2/assets/72x72/2754.png" class="ipsEmoji" alt="❔"> </label>
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							<label aria-label="Close tooltip" class="ep-tipClose" for="tip1" title="Close">×</label> After a character has received 5 direct mana additions from Special Skills during a single turn, all subsequent direct mana additions done by Special Skills will have a reduced power on that character.
						</div>
					</div>
				</li>
				<li>
					<span><span>All Fire allies get +160% normal attack for 2 turns. This effect can be active in additional to other effects that alter attack in general. Normal attacks can have a total maximum of +200% increased power while this effect is active.</span></span>
				</li>
				<li>
					<span><span>The Mimic chest closes for 2 turns.</span></span>
					<div class="ep-tip">
						<input id="tip1" type="checkbox"> <label class="ep-tipIcon" for="tip1"> <img src="https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/gh/twitter/twemoji@14.0.2/assets/72x72/2754.png" class="ipsEmoji" alt="❔"> </label>
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							<label aria-label="Close tooltip" class="ep-tipClose" for="tip1" title="Close">×</label> The Mimic is immune to damage and new status ailments while closed.
						</div>
					</div>
				</li>
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		<summary> <span>Family Bonus / Passives / Aether Power</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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				Family Bonus
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			<div style="font-size:13px;white-space:pre-line;">
				<img alt=":mimic:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/mimic.webp" title=":mimic:"> Mimic
			</div>

			<ul class="ep-bullets">
				<li style="font-size:13px;">
					Members of this family have a Mimic Loot passive.
					<ul class="ep-bullets">
						<li style="font-size:13px;">
							Mimic Loot gives a chance for extra loot rewards when completing a map or quest level.
						</li>
						<li style="font-size:13px;">
							Chances for extra loot increase with energy cost of the level.
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						<li style="font-size:13px;">
							Mimics need to be at max level and fully ascended for Mimic Loot to be active.
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						<li style="font-size:13px;">
							Mimics have reduced leveling and ascension cost.
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					</ul>
				</li>
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				Passives
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						<img alt=":passive_mimic_training_hero_purple:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/passive_mimic_training_hero_purple.webp" title=":passive_mimic_training_hero_purple:"> Mimic Loot
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							<li style="font-size:13px;">
								This Mimic gives a chance for extra loot when completing stages:
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								RARE
								<ul>
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										Barbaric Maluers
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										Barbaric Minotaurs
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										Fireball Battlemages
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										Trainer Troop
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								UNCOMMON
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										<span><span><span><em><span>Barbaric Berserkers</span></em></span></span></span>
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										<span><span><span><em><span>Firecaller Wizards</span></em></span></span></span>
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										Trainer Troop
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								COMMON
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									<li style="font-size:13px;">
										Common Villager
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										<span><span><span><em><span>Barbaric Monks</span></em></span></span></span>
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										<span><span><span><em><span>Barbaric Fighters</span></em></span></span></span>
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									<li style="font-size:13px;">
										Trainer Troop
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						<img alt=":status_never_miss:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/status_never_miss.webp" title=":status_never_miss:"> Perfect Accuracy
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								This character’s Special Skill never misses its targets.
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				Aether Power
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						<img alt=":aether_bulwark:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/aether_bulwark.webp" title=":aether_bulwark:"> Bulwark
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						At the start of each battle, this Hero gets +15% defense, and a further 1% increase every time they are hit during 6 turns.
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										In battles with multiple waves, the effect is refreshed at the beginning of each wave.
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					N/A
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				Changes From Beta
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			<ul style="margin:6px 0 12px 18px;padding:0;">
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					N/A
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				Related Topics
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					There are no balance updates for this hero so far.
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">447</guid><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 00:01:01 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Bai Yan - 5* - Fire - Fortune Dancer - Hero Topic</title><link>https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/topic/231-bai-yan-5-fire-fortune-dancer-hero-topic/</link><description><![CDATA[<div class="ep-wrap">
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			Bai Yan
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			<img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"> (Legendary) • <img alt=":herald_red:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/herald_red.webp" title=":herald_red:"> Fire / Red • <img alt=":druid:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/druid.webp" title=":druid:"> Druid • <img alt=":fortune:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/fortune.webp" title=":fortune:"> Fortune Dancer • Released: 17/02/2026 • Outfitter: 19/08/2027 • Hero Coach: 17/02/2028
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		<summary> <span>Overview</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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						Rarity
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							<img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"> (Legendary)
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						Element / Class
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								<img alt=":herald_red:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/herald_red.webp" title=":herald_red:"> Fire / Red
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								<img alt=":druid:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/druid.webp" title=":druid:"> Druid
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					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Family
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					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						<img alt=":fortune:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/fortune.webp" title=":fortune:"> Fortune Dancer
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					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Mana Speed
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						Dancer
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						Special
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					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						Aura of the Fiery Lion
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					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k ep-sepTop">
						Costume Bonus
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					<div class="ep-kvCell ep-sepTop">
						N/A
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		<summary> <span>Stats</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						Level
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						<img alt=":attack:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/attack.webp" title=":attack:"> Attack
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					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":defense:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/defense.webp" title=":defense:"> Defense
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					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":health:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/health.webp" title=":health:"> Health
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					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":emoji_spritesheet_68:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/emoji_spritesheet_68.webp" title=":emoji_spritesheet_68:"> Power
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				<div class="ep-statsRow">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						<strong>Max</strong>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1328
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1330
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2290
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1282
					</div>
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				<div class="ep-statsRow">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						<strong>LB1</strong>
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					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1431
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1434
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2468
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1372
					</div>
				</div>

				<div class="ep-statsRow">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						<strong>LB2</strong>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1638
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1640
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2824
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1552
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		<summary> <span>Special Skill — Dancer — Aura of the Fiery Lion</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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					<span><span>Boosts the caster and nearby allies' health by 1300 with Spirit Aura. Spirit Aura safely removes status ailments before boosting health.</span></span>

					<div class="ep-tip">
						<input id="tip1" type="checkbox"> <label class="ep-tipIcon" for="tip1"> <img src="https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/gh/twitter/twemoji@14.0.2/assets/72x72/2754.png" class="ipsEmoji" alt="❔"> </label>

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							<label aria-label="Close tooltip" class="ep-tipClose" for="tip1" title="Close">×</label> The health boost is reduced by -100 for each removed ailment. Uncleansable ailments are also removed.
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					<span><span>Nearby allies dance the Fiercy Fortune Dance for 4 turns.</span></span><br>
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					<span>Fiercy Fortune Dance </span>
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					<span><span>+60% attack.</span></span>
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					<span><span>Dealt damage is increased by +20%. The effect is +50% against Nature targets.</span></span>
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					<span><span>Received damage is reduced by -20%. The effect is -50% against Ice Special Skills.</span></span>
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					<span><span>Fortune Dances stack with other Dance effects.</span></span>
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									All existing status effects will be removed when Fortune Dance status effects is added, except other Dance status effects.
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									Fortune Dances gives immunity to new status effects, except other Dance effects.
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									Fortune Dance effect cannot be dispelled.
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									The effect is removed when the caster is defeated.
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		<summary> <span>Family Bonus / Passives / Aether Power</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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				Family Bonus
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				<img alt=":fortune:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/fortune.webp" title=":fortune:"> Fortune Dancer
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				<li style="font-size:13px;">
					Heroes become stronger when teamed with other unique Heroes of the same family.
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					Bonus for 2 / 3 Heroes:
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							30% / 50% chance to increase the duration of each Fortune Dance status effect cast by this character by 1 turn.
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					<p>
						Event Hero Bonus:
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						The members of this family have additional perks in the Festival of Fortune event.
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				Passives
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						<span><span><img alt=":passive_boosted_health_on_any_dancing_ally:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/passive_boosted_health_on_any_dancing_ally.webp" title=":passive_boosted_health_on_any_dancing_ally:"></span></span> Graceful Dancer
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						<span><span><em><span>If any allies are Dancing when this character casts their Special skill, boosts the health of all allies by 400. Boosted health can exceed max HP.</span></em></span></span>
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				Aether Power
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						<img alt=":aether_defense:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/aether_defense.webp" title=":aether_defense:"> Defense Up
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						At the start of each battle, this Hero gets +20% defense for 6 turns.
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										In battles with multiple waves, the effect is refreshed at the beginning of each wave.
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		<summary> <span>Beta information / Changes / Related topics</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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				Beta Information
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					N/A
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				Changes From Beta
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					N/A
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				Related Topics
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		<summary> <span>Balance Updates</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">231</guid><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 23:04:35 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Hongyunxing - 5* - Red - Lunar Year - Hero Topic</title><link>https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/topic/200-hongyunxing-5-red-lunar-year-hero-topic/</link><description><![CDATA[<div class="ep-wrap">
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			Hongyunxing
		</div>

		<div class="ep-meta">
			<img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"> (Legendary) • <img alt=":herald_red:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/herald_red.webp" title=":herald_red:"> Fire / Red • <img alt=":paladin:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/paladin.webp" title=":paladin:"> Paladin • <img alt=":zodiac:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/zodiac.webp" title=":zodiac:"> Lunar Year • Released: 17/02/2026 • Outfitter: 19/08/2027 • Hero Coach: 17/02/2028
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		<div class="ep-notes">
			 
		</div>
	</div>

	<div class="ep-card" style="padding:0; border:none; background:transparent; box-shadow:none;">
		<input class="imgToggle_input" id="heroImgToggle1" type="checkbox">
		<div class="imgToggle_wrap">
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					Tap Buttons
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				<div>
					<label class="ep-btn imgToggle_btnLb2" for="heroImgToggle1" title="Show LB2">LB2</label> <label class="ep-btn imgToggle_btnMax" for="heroImgToggle1" title="Show MAX">MAX</label>
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					<img alt="Hero Image MAX" decoding="async" loading="lazy" style="height: auto;" data-src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/images/forum/herocards/max/legendary/fire/hongyunxing.webp" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png">
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	<details class="ep-details" open="">
		<summary> <span>Overview</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

		<div class="ep-body">
			<div class="ep-block">
				<div class="ep-kvGrid">
					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Rarity
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						<div style="color:var(--ep-text-dimmer);">
							<img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"> (Legendary)
						</div>
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					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Element / Class
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						<div class="ep-costumeGrid">
							<div>
								<img alt=":herald_red:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/herald_red.webp" title=":herald_red:"> Fire / Red
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								<img alt=":paladin:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/paladin.webp" title=":paladin:"> Paladin
							</div>
						</div>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Family
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						<img alt=":zodiac:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/zodiac.webp" title=":zodiac:"> Lunar Year
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Mana Speed
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					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						Fast
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Special
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						Ardent Panacea
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k ep-sepTop">
						Costume Bonus
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell ep-sepTop">
						N/A
					</div>
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	</details>

	<details class="ep-details" open="">
		<summary> <span>Stats</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

		<div class="ep-body">
			<div class="ep-stats">
				<div class="ep-statsHeader">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						Level
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":attack:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/attack.webp" title=":attack:"> Attack
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":defense:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/defense.webp" title=":defense:"> Defense
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":health:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/health.webp" title=":health:"> Health
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":emoji_spritesheet_68:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/emoji_spritesheet_68.webp" title=":emoji_spritesheet_68:"> Power
					</div>
				</div>

				<div class="ep-statsRow">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						<strong>Max</strong>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1328
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1324
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2290
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1281
					</div>
				</div>

				<div class="ep-statsRow">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						<strong>LB1</strong>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1431
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1427
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2468
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1370
					</div>
				</div>

				<div class="ep-statsRow">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						<strong>LB2</strong>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1638
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1633
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2824
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1550
					</div>
				</div>
			</div>
		</div>
	</details>

	<details class="ep-details" open="" style="background:rgba(24,18,40,.78);">
		<summary> <span>Special Skill — Fast — Ardent Panacea</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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			<ul class="ep-bullets">
				<li>
					<span><span>All allies regenerate 1260 boosted health over 3 turns. Boosted health can exceed max HP.</span></span>
				</li>
				<li>
					<span><span>All allies receive a small amount of mana over 3 turns.</span></span>
				</li>
				<li>
					<span><span>Cleanses status ailments from all allies at the end of each turn for 3 turns.</span></span>
				</li>
			</ul>
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	<details class="ep-details" open="">
		<summary> <span>Family Bonus / Passives / Aether Power</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

		<div class="ep-body">
			<div style="font-size:16px;font-weight:800;margin:10px 0 8px;">
				Family Bonus
			</div>

			<div style="font-size:13px;white-space:pre-line;">
				<img alt=":zodiac:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/zodiac.webp" title=":zodiac:"> Lunar Year
			</div>

			<ul class="ep-bullets">
				<li style="font-size:13px;">
					Heroes become stronger when teamed with other unique Heroes of the same family.
				</li>
				<li style="font-size:13px;">
					The Lunar Year family features different Lunar Year Animal Heroes. Each Lunar Year Animal grants different bonus to the members of the Lunar Year family when paired with at least 1 other Lunar Year Hero.
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				<li style="font-size:13px;">
					<span>This Hero gives the following Lunar Year Horse bonus to the members of the Lunar Year family: </span>
					<ul>
						<li>
							<span><span>-5% Received damage reduction.</span></span>
						</li>
					</ul>
				</li>
				<li style="font-size:13px;">
					Event Hero Bonus:
				</li>
				<li style="font-size:13px;">
					The members of this family have additional perks in the Festival or Fortune event.
				</li>
			</ul>

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				Passives
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				<div class="ep-item">
					<div class="ep-itemTitle">
						<span><img alt=":passive_minion_silencer:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/passive_minion_silencer.webp" title=":passive_minion_silencer:"></span> Stop Minions
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					<div class="ep-itemDesc">
						<ul>
							<li style="font-size:13px;">
								Enemy Minions can't attack or use abilities.
							</li>
						</ul>
					</div>
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			<div style="font-size:16px;font-weight:800;margin:10px 0 8px;">
				Aether Power
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			<div class="ep-list">
				<div class="ep-item">
					<div class="ep-itemTitle">
						<img alt=":aether_defense:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/aether_defense.webp" title=":aether_defense:"> Defense Up
					</div>

					<div class="ep-itemDesc">
						At the start of each battle, this Hero gets +20% defense for 6 turns.
						<div class="ep-tip">
							<input id="tip1" type="checkbox"><label class="ep-tipIcon" for="tip1"><img src="https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/gh/twitter/twemoji@14.0.2/assets/72x72/2754.png" class="ipsEmoji" alt="❔"></label>

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								<label aria-label="Close tooltip" class="ep-tipClose" for="tip1" title="Close">×</label>

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									<li>
										In battles with multiple waves, the effect is refreshed at the beginning of each wave.
									</li>
								</ul>
							</div>
						</div>
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	</details>

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		<summary> <span>Beta information / Changes / Related topics</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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			<div style="font-size:16px;font-weight:800;margin-bottom:8px;">
				Beta Information
			</div>

			<ul style="margin:6px 0 12px 18px;padding:0;">
				<li>
					N/A
				</li>
			</ul>

			<div style="font-size:16px;font-weight:800;margin-bottom:8px;">
				Changes From Beta
			</div>

			<ul style="margin:6px 0 12px 18px;padding:0;">
				<li>
					N/A
				</li>
			</ul>

			<div style="font-size:16px;font-weight:800;margin-bottom:8px;">
				Related Topics
			</div>

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				<li>
					N/A<a href="https://empuzzled.com/hero-database?search=COS&amp;hero=lunar_new_year_hongyunxing" rel="external nofollow" target="_blank"> </a>
				</li>
			</ul>
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	<details class="ep-details" open="">
		<summary> <span>Balance Updates</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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			<ul style="margin:6px 0 0 18px;padding:0;">
				<li>
					There are no balance updates for this hero so far.
				</li>
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">200</guid><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 21:59:12 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Wilcox - 5* - Fire - The Institute - Hero Topic</title><link>https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/topic/185-wilcox-5-fire-the-institute-hero-topic/</link><description><![CDATA[<div class="ep-wrap">
	<div class="ep-card ep-hero">
		<div class="ep-title">
			Wilcox
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		<div class="ep-meta">
			<img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"> (Legendary) • <img alt=":herald_red:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/herald_red.webp" title=":herald_red:"> Fire / Red • <img alt=":ranger:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/ranger.webp" title=":ranger:"> Ranger • <img alt=":institute:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/institute.webp" title=":institute:"> The Institute • Released: 11/01/2026 • Outfitter: 13/07/2027 • Hero Coach: 11/01/2028
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					<img alt="Hero Image MAX" decoding="async" loading="lazy" style="height: auto;" data-src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/images/forum/herocards/max/legendary/fire/wilcox.webp" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png">
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					<img alt="Hero Image LB2" decoding="async" loading="lazy" style="height: auto;" data-src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/images/forum/herocards/lb2/legendary/fire/wilcox.webp" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png">
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	<details class="ep-details" open="">
		<summary> <span>Overview</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

		<div class="ep-body">
			<div class="ep-block">
				<div class="ep-kvGrid">
					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Rarity
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						<div style="color:var(--ep-text-dimmer);">
							<img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"> (Legendary)
						</div>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Element / Class
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						<div class="ep-costumeGrid">
							<div>
								<img alt=":herald_red:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/herald_red.webp" title=":herald_red:"> Fire / Red
							</div>

							<div>
								<img alt=":ranger:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/ranger.webp" title=":ranger:"> Ranger
							</div>
						</div>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Family
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						<img alt=":institute:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/institute.webp" title=":institute:"> The Institute
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Mana Speed
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						Fast
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Special
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						Volatile Crystal Conduit
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k ep-sepTop">
						Costume Bonus
					</div>

					<div class="ep-kvCell ep-sepTop">
						N/A
					</div>
				</div>
			</div>
		</div>
	</details>

	<details class="ep-details" open="">
		<summary> <span>Stats</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

		<div class="ep-body">
			<div class="ep-stats">
				<div class="ep-statsHeader">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						Level
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":attack:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/attack.webp" title=":attack:"> Attack
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":defense:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/defense.webp" title=":defense:"> Defense
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":health:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/health.webp" title=":health:"> Health
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":emoji_spritesheet_68:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/emoji_spritesheet_68.webp" title=":emoji_spritesheet_68:"> Power
					</div>
				</div>

				<div class="ep-statsRow">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						<strong>Max</strong>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1343
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1293
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2241
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1270
					</div>
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					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						<strong>LB1</strong>
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					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1447
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					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1394
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2415
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1359
					</div>
				</div>

				<div class="ep-statsRow">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						<strong>LB2</strong>
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					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1656
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					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1595
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2763
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1538
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		<summary> <span>Special Skill — Fast — Volatile Crystal Conduit</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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					<span><span>Deals 265% damage to the target.</span></span>
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					<span><span>The attack chains through all the enemies who are adjacent to any hit enemy.</span></span>
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					<span><span>All hit targets 20 Insanity every time they are hit.</span></span>
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									Insanity adds a chance of reversing the targeting of a Special Skill.
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									When Insanity activates, Special Skills that target enemies instead will target allies, and vice versa.
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									Special Skills aimed at a caster will be cast on a random target. Special Skills aimed at a target will be cast on the caster.
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									When Insanity activates, Passive Skills that grant extra effects on cast won't activate.
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									Reaching 100 Insanity automatically casts a Special Skill when mana is full.
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									Insanity cannot be dispelled, cleansed or resisted.
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									Hero's Insanity can be lowered by 10 each time they are healed directly by Special Skills, Items or Tiles. Direct heals from Special Skills lower Insanity only once per cast.
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									Insanity is completely removed when a reversed Special Skill is cast.
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					<span><span>After 1 turn the target gets Paralyzed for 2 turns. </span></span>
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									Paralyzed enemies can't attack or gain mana and receive +50% increased damage.
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								<li>
									Once Paralyzed, the effect can't be cleansed.
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								<li>
									Bosses, Titans and Mythic Titans are not affected by this status effect.
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					<span><span>Inflicts 40 Insanity on the caster.</span></span>
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								<li>
									Insanity adds a chance of reversing the targeting of a Special Skill.
								</li>
								<li>
									When Insanity activates, Special Skills that target enemies instead will target allies, and vice versa.
								</li>
								<li>
									Special Skills aimed at a caster will be cast on a random target. Special Skills aimed at a target will be cast on the caster.
								</li>
								<li>
									When Insanity activates, Passive Skills that grant extra effects on cast won't activate.
								</li>
								<li>
									Reaching 100 Insanity automatically casts a Special Skill when mana is full.
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									Insanity cannot be dispelled, cleansed or resisted.
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								<li>
									Hero's Insanity can be lowered by 10 each time they are healed directly by Special Skills, Items or Tiles. Direct heals from Special Skills lower Insanity only once per cast.
								</li>
								<li>
									Insanity is completely removed when a reversed Special Skill is cast.
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		<summary> <span>Family Bonus / Passives / Aether Power</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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				Family Bonus
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				<img alt=":institute:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/institute.webp" title=":institute:"> The Institute
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					Heroes become stronger when teamed with other unique Heroes of the same family.
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					Bonus for 1 / 2 / 3 Heroes:
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							+5% / +9% / +13% mana generation
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							+20% / +30% / +40% health
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				Passives
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						<img alt=":passive_eldritch_pact:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/passive_eldritch_pact.webp" title=":passive_eldritch_pact:"> Eldritch Pact
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								If defeated, this character has a chance to be reborn as Eldritch Host
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								The chance is 5% per 10 Insanity on this character, up to maximum chance of 50%.
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								The Eldritch Host has:
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									<li style="font-size:13px;">
										100% inherited health.
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										1000 attack.
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										1000 defense.
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										Special Skill: Eldrich Bright
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				Aether Power
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						<img alt=":aether_special_boost:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/aether_special_boost.webp" title=":aether_special_boost:"> Special Boost
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						At the start of each turn, this Hero's Special Skill deals an additional +30% damage for 6 turns.
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										In battles with multiple waves, the effect is refreshed at the beginning of each wave.
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		<summary> <span>Beta information / Changes / Related topics</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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				Beta Information
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					N/A
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				Changes From Beta
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					<span><span>Damage is reduced from 290% to 265%.</span></span>
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				<li>
					<span><span>Insanity on hit enemies is increased from 15 to 20.</span></span>
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				<li>
					<span><span>Self Insanity is reduced from 50 to 45.</span></span>
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				Related Topics
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					N/A<a href="https://empuzzled.com/hero-database?search=COS&amp;hero=institute_wilcox" rel="external nofollow"> </a>
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		<summary> <span>Balance Updates</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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					There are no balance updates for this hero so far.
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">185</guid><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 22:10:23 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Jyoti - 5* - Fire - Mahayoddha  - Hero Topic</title><link>https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/topic/182-jyoti-5-fire-mahayoddha-hero-topic/</link><description><![CDATA[<div class="ep-wrap">
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			Jyoti
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			<img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"> (Legendary) • <img alt=":herald_red:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/herald_red.webp" title=":herald_red:"> Fire / Red • <img alt=":sorcerer:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/sorcerer.webp" title=":sorcerer:"> Sorcerer • <img alt=":mahayoddha:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/mahayoddha.webp" title=":mahayoddha:"> Mahayoddha • Released: 01/01/2026 • Outfitter: 03/07/2027 • Hero Coach: 01/01/2028
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					<img alt="Hero Image LB2" decoding="async" loading="lazy" style="height: auto;" data-src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/images/forum/herocards/lb2/legendary/fire/jyoti.webp" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png">
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		<summary> <span>Overview</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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						Rarity
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						<div style="color:var(--ep-text-dimmer);">
							<img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"> (Legendary)
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						Element / Class
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								<img alt=":herald_red:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/herald_red.webp" title=":herald_red:"> Fire / Red
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							<div>
								<img alt=":sorcerer:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/sorcerer.webp" title=":sorcerer:"> Sorcerer
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					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Family
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						<img alt=":mahayoddha:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/mahayoddha.webp" title=":mahayoddha:"> Mahayoddha
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						Mana Speed
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					<div class="ep-kvCell">
						Average
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						Special
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						Fiery Performance
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					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k ep-sepTop">
						Costume Bonus
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						N/A
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		<summary> <span>Stats</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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						Level
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						<img alt=":attack:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/attack.webp" title=":attack:"> Attack
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					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":defense:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/defense.webp" title=":defense:"> Defense
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					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":health:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/health.webp" title=":health:"> Health
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					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":emoji_spritesheet_68:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/emoji_spritesheet_68.webp" title=":emoji_spritesheet_68:"> Power
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						<strong>Max</strong>
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					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1303
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1314
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2282
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1268
					</div>
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				<div class="ep-statsRow">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						<strong>LB1</strong>
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					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1405
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1416
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2459
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1357
					</div>
				</div>

				<div class="ep-statsRow">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						<strong>LB2</strong>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1607
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1620
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2814
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1535
					</div>
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		<summary> <span>Special Skill — Average — Fiery Performance</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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					<span><span>Recovers 37% health for all allies.</span></span>
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					<span><span>Growth Boon: Recovers 2x extra health for each point of modified defense. (Extra health is based on the modified defense on caster, when healing is applied. Up to maximum 800 additonal healing. Status effects affecting healing do affect the healing scaling.)</span></span>
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				<li>
					<span><span>All allies are immune to new status ailments for 4 turns, and recovers 205 health for each attempted status ailment.</span></span>
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					<span><span>Alters the power of all Fire shields on the board. When an attacking Hero casts the special, the shields become enhanced and give +37% more mana. When a defending Hero casts the special, the shields become weakened and give -30% less mana.</span></span>
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		<summary> <span>Family Bonus / Passives / Aether Power</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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				Family Bonus
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				<img alt=":mahayoddha:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/mahayoddha.webp" title=":mahayoddha:"> Mahayoddha
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					Heroes of become stronger when teamed with other unique Heroes of the same family.
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					Bonus for 1 / 2 / 3 Heroes:
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							At the end of each turn heroes in the Mahayoddha family gain Growth 100 / 110 / 120 attack and 100 / 110 / 120 defense.
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						<img src="https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/gh/twitter/twemoji@14.0.2/assets/72x72/1f6ab.png" class="ipsEmoji" alt="🚫"> Resist Negative Minion Effects
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						<span><span><em><span><span>This character is immune to incoming </span><span class="highlight">negative</span><span> </span><span class="highlight">effects</span><span> and damage from </span><span class="highlight">Minions</span><span> and Mega </span><span class="highlight">Minions</span><span>.</span></span></em></span></span>
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						<img alt=":passive_mana_on_damage_received:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/passive_mana_on_damage_received.webp" title=":passive_mana_on_damage_received:"> Mana on Damage Received
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								When this character receives direct damage from Special Skills or Normal Attacks they receive a small amount of mana.
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								Maximum of 10% mana gained per turn.
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						<img alt=":aether_special_armor:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/aether_special_armor.webp" title=":aether_special_armor:"> Special Armor
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						At the start of each battle, this Hero gets +40% defense against Special Skills for 6 turns.
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										In battles with multiple waves, the effect is refreshed at the beginning of each wave.
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		<summary> <span>Beta information / Changes / Related topics</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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				Beta Information
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					N/A
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				Changes From Beta
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					<span><span>Attack is increased from 1273 to 1303.</span></span>
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					<span><span>Defense is increased from 1285 to 1314.</span></span>
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					<span><span>Health is increased from 2214 to 2262.</span></span>
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					<span><span>Healing is reduced from 45% to 37%.</span></span>
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					<span><span>Growth Boon does healing instead of dealing damage based on modified defense instead of attack.</span></span>
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				<li>
					<span><span>Status ailment immunity now gives health on attempts.</span></span>
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					<span><span>The shield altering now affect mana generation instead of accuracy.</span></span>
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				Related Topics
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				<li>
					N/A<a href="https://empuzzled.com/hero-database?search=COS&amp;hero=mahayoddha_jyoti" rel="external nofollow" target="_blank"> </a>
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					There are no balance updates for this hero so far.
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">182</guid><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 21:00:19 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Chingiriko - 5* - Fire - Slime - Hero Topic</title><link>https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/topic/177-chingiriko-5-fire-slime-hero-topic/</link><description><![CDATA[<div class="ep-wrap">
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			Chingiriko
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			<img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"> (Legendary) • <img alt=":herald_red:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/herald_red.webp" title=":herald_red:"> Fire / Red • <img alt=":ranger:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/ranger.webp" title=":ranger:"> Ranger • <img alt=":slime:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/slime.webp" title=":slime:"> Slime • Released: 31/01/2026 • Outfitter: 02/08/2027 • Hero Coach: 31/01/2028
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		<summary> <span>Overview</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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						Rarity
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						<div style="color:var(--ep-text-dimmer);">
							<img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"> (Legendary)
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						Element / Class
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								<img alt=":herald_red:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/herald_red.webp" title=":herald_red:"> Fire / Red
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								<img alt=":ranger:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/ranger.webp" title=":ranger:"> Ranger
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					<div class="ep-kvCell is-label ep-k">
						Family
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						<img alt=":slime:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/slime.webp" title=":slime:"> Slime
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						Mana Speed
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						Average
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						Special
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						Sling-ja Attack
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						Costume Bonus
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						N/A
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						Level
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						<img alt=":attack:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/attack.webp" title=":attack:"> Attack
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					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":defense:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/defense.webp" title=":defense:"> Defense
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					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":health:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/health.webp" title=":health:"> Health
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					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						<img alt=":emoji_spritesheet_68:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/emoji_spritesheet_68.webp" title=":emoji_spritesheet_68:"> Power
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						<strong>Max</strong>
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						1345
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						1291
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					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2280
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1276
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					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						<strong>LB1</strong>
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					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1449
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					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1391
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2457
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1365
					</div>
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				<div class="ep-statsRow">
					<div class="ep-statsCell level">
						<strong>LB2</strong>
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1658
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1592
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						2811
					</div>

					<div class="ep-statsCell ep-right">
						1544
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		<summary> <span>Special Skill — Average — Sling-ja Attack</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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					<span><span>Deals 450% damage to target and nearby enemies.</span></span>
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					<span><span>The target and nearby enemies get -39% accuracy for 4 turns. The effect duration resets if the target is healed.</span></span>
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						<input id="tip1" type="checkbox"> <label class="ep-tipIcon" for="tip1"> <img src="https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/gh/twitter/twemoji@14.0.2/assets/72x72/2754.png" class="ipsEmoji" alt="❔"> </label>
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							<label aria-label="Close tooltip" class="ep-tipClose" for="tip1" title="Close">×</label> Chance to miss also applies to offensive Special Skills
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					<span><span>The caster and nearby allies get Sticky Surface for 4 turns. This effect can't be dispelled.</span></span>
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					<span><span>Sticky Surface: Steals 1 random dispellable buff or Growth effect from an attacking enemy. </span></span>
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									Stolen dispellable buff or Growth effect is chosen by random.
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									Sticky Surface is activated when any damage is received from an enemy.
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									Each character with Sticky Surface can only steal one status effect buff or Growth effect per turn from normal attacks.
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				Family Bonus
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				<img alt=":slime:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/slime.webp" title=":slime:"> Slime
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					Heroes become stronger when teamed up with unique heroes of the same family.
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					Bonus for 1 / 2 / 3 Heroes:
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							Mega Minions, Minions, Mega Fiends and Fiends summoned by allies get +10% / +15% / +20% attack based on the numbers of Slime Family Heroes in the team.
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				Passives
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						<img alt=":passive_summon_slime_minion_on_damage:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/passive_summon_slime_minion_on_damage.webp" title=":passive_summon_slime_minion_on_damage:"> Slime Minion Split
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								Every time a single source deals damage more than 25% of max health to Slime Hero it spawns a Mega Minion on itself with 50% HP and 40% attack.
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								When the slime hero is defeated it summons Slime Mega Minions to nearby allies with 50% HP and 40% attack inherited from the defeated hero.
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				Aether Power
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						At the start of each battle, this Hero counterattacks with 60% of the damage received for 6 turns.
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										In battles with multiple waves, the effect is refreshed at the beginning of each wave.
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					N/A
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				Changes From Beta
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					<span><span>Attack is reduced from 1301 to 1250.</span></span>
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					<span><span>Defense is increased from 1186 to 1332.</span></span>
				</li>
				<li>
					<span><span>Health is increased from 2224 to 2263.</span></span>
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				<li>
					<span><span>Damage is increased from 375% to 450%.</span></span>
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				Related Topics
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					N/A<a href="https://empuzzled.com/hero-database?search=COS&amp;hero=slime_chingiriko" rel="external nofollow"> </a>
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">177</guid><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 20:15:07 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Andre de Clermont - 5* - Fire - Legends 2026 - Hero Topic</title><link>https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/topic/174-andre-de-clermont-5-fire-legends-2026-hero-topic/</link><description><![CDATA[<div class="ep-wrap">
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			Andre de Clermont
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			<img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"><img alt=":symbol_star_big_small:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/symbol_star_big_small.webp" title=":symbol_star_big_small:"> (Legendary) • <img alt=":herald_red:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/herald_red.webp" title=":herald_red:"> Fire / Red • <img alt=":paladin:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/paladin.webp" title=":paladin:"> Paladin • <img alt=":hotm2026:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/hotm2026.webp" title=":hotm2026:"> Legends 2026 • Released: 01/01/2026 • Outfitter: 03/07/2027 • Hero Coach: 01/01/2028
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						Family
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						<img alt=":hotm2026:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/hotm2026.webp" title=":hotm2026:"> Legends 2026
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						Slow
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						Oath of the Templar
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						N/A
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						<img alt=":attack:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/attack.webp" title=":attack:"> Attack
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						1233
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						1264
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						1845
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						1168
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						1329
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						1363
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						1989
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						1250
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						1521
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						1559
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						2275
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						1412
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		<summary> <span>Special Skill — Slow — Oath of the Templar</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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					<span><span>Deals 390% damage to the target and nearby enemies.</span></span>
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					<span><span>Gives cover to a random ally for 5 turns. This effect can't be dispelled.</span></span>
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									While in Cover, the ally takes no damage from Special attacks or normal attacks.
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									This covering character takes 50% of the damage dealt to the ally.
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					<span><span>The caster and nearby allies get +89% defense against Ice for 5 turns.</span></span>
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					<span><span>Elemental Link gives all Fire allies +20% critical chance for 4 turns. This effect can’t be dispelled.</span></span>
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		<summary> <span>Family Bonus / Passives / Aether Power</span> <span class="ep-summaryRight"><span class="when-open">HIDE</span><span class="when-closed">OPEN</span></span> </summary>

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				Family Bonus
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				<img alt=":hotm2026:" data-emoticon="true" loading="lazy" src="https://empiresandpuzzles.forum/uploads/emoticons/hotm2026.webp" title=":hotm2026:"> Legends 2026
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					This hero belongs to a family that is currently dormant.
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					The Bonus of this year's Legends 2026 Family be activated when the year 2026 draws to close.
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								When an enemy casts their Special Skill, this character has a 50% chance to boost this character's health by 100.
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						<span><span><em><span>This character is immune to status ailments and negative stacks that affect defense. Doesn't apply to status ailments that affect elemental defense.</span></em></span></span>
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						At the start of each battle, this Hero regenerates 420 health over 6 turns.
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										In battles with multiple waves, the effect is refreshed at the beginning of each wave.
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					<span><span>Attack is reduced from 1236 to 1233.</span></span>
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					<span><span>Defense is reduced from 1266 to 1264.</span></span>
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					<span><span>Health is reduced from 1856 to 1845.</span></span>
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					<span><span>Damage is reduced from 515% to 390%.</span></span>
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					<span><span>Extra defense is against Ice instead of Fire.</span></span>
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					N/A<a href="https://empuzzled.com/hero-database?search=COS&amp;hero=fire_god_andre" rel="external nofollow" target="_blank"> </a>
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