Additional functionality: While above 40 Energy, Zarya’s Basic Attack size is increased by 35%.

There seems to be a demand for a strong auto attack talent at 20, with many Thralls choosing Nexus Blades, so we're adding Elemental Momentum to keep the tier exciting. We feel his Mana costs are too high due his reliance on frequently casting abilities to charge Frostwolf Resilience, even if choosing to learn Mana Tide.

Basic Attacks reduce Basic and Heroic Ability cooldowns by 0.25 seconds, doubled against Heroes.ĭeveloper Comment: Thrall has begun to struggle in solo lane matchups, often unable to sustain himself after trading blows.

Spell Armor duration increased from 2.5 to 4 seconds.

This healing is increased by up to 100% based on Thrall's missing health.

Changed functionality: Frostwolf Resilience can be activated to instantly heal.

Frostwolf Resilience stacks increased from 3 to 4.

Mana cost reduction increased from 15 to 20.

We are starting with some baseline nerfs and will look to potentially make some talent adjustments in a later patch.

Health regeneration reduced from 4.95 to 4.74.ĭeveloper Comment: Gazlowe is a pretty dominant force in all non-master levels of play right now.

We're trying reinforcing that identity with baseline Armor and a buff to Stage Dive before we look to broaden his power.

Slow duration increased from 3 to 4 seconds.ĭeveloper Comment: E.T.C.'s strength has usually been centered around his powerful Heroics, but lately that hasn't helped him make the cut.

PvE damage bonus reduced from 250% to 200%.

Damage bonus increased from 30% to 35%.

Duration increased from 2 to 2.5 seconds.

Cooldown reduction increased from 5 to 7 seconds.

Healing from Basic Attacks increased from 50% to 60%.

Additional functionality: Heroic abilities grant 60 Armor for 2 seconds.

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