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Version 82: Titan Hunters, Leveling Overhaul, and Dragonspire Tweaks
The Version 82 update is here, and it is a big one for roster management. With massive buffs to XP from duplicate heroes, a new Titan Hunter family, and significant changes to Dragonspire tournaments, there is plenty to digest.
The Ultimate Mana Guide: Breakpoints, Troops & Speed
Stop guessing and start charging! We crunch the numbers on every mana speed, troop type, and family bonus to show you exactly how many tiles you need to unleash your specials. From Very Fast to Slayer speed, this is your bible for tile management.
Lemniss: The Astral Miner Digging Deep for Health and Immunity
Lemniss brings a pickaxe to a sword fight, but instead of damage, she digs up massive heals and ailment immunity. This Astral Dwarf might just be the backbone your team needs to survive the current meta of fiends and vegetables.
Bryggvir: The Goat-Riding Mana Battery of the North
Bryggvir might be small, but this Dwarven Goat Rider packs a punch that rivals 4-star heroes. With a never-miss hit-3 special, a significant mana boost for allies, and the devastating Arctic Core passive, he is reshaping the 3-star meta. Read our comprehensive analysis to see why he is a must-have for Rush Attack tournaments.
Hygil: The Dwarf Who Maps Your Demise
Hygil brings a telescope, a map, and an 850% sniper hit to the battlefield. This slow mana Astral Dwarf isn't just looking for stars; he is looking to delete enemies from existence while buffing his team to the moon. Is he the new king of Rush Wars or just another slow hero left behind? Let's chart his course.
Mótsognir Review: The Dwarven Frontier Wildman
Mótsognir brings a unique kit to Empires & Puzzles with his Frostfall Ward and massive tile-boosting potential. Is this dwarven wildman the support hero your Holy stack needs, or just a sitting duck? Dive into our comprehensive analysis.
Snorri, The Dwarven Storyteller: Snowballs, Stories, and Soul Bonds
Meet Snorri, the Untold Tales 2 hero who proves that a good story—and a well-aimed snowball—can be deadly. Discover how his Soul Bound mechanic turns enemy aggression against them in this detailed strategy guide.
Choozen: The Shy Chest Slime Who Steals More Than Just Hearts
Choozen might look like a cute blob hiding in a chest, but this 4-star Slime packs a sticky punch. With boosted health and a unique buff-stealing mechanic, he is here to ruin your opponent's day, one stolen growth effect at a time. Read our full analysis.
Gloozmer Review: A Sticky Situation for Meta Tanks
Gloozmer brings class, a monocle, and a devastating set of skills to the Ice element. This dapper slime steals minions and shuts down status effects with style. Is he the sniper your blue stack needs?
Sedille Review: Burning the Midnight Oil (And Your Enemies)
Sedille might look like she stumbled out of bed and grabbed the nearest lanterns to investigate a noise, but do not let that confused expression fool you. This Astral Dwarf packs a devastating punch that leaves enemies withered and allies healed. She is the slow-burning solution to your minion problems.
Fated Summon 7: Musketeers, Magic, and Hard Choices
The July 2025 Fated Summon refresh brings a mix of Musketeers, Magic Tower wizards, and some dust-gathering Season 4 heroes. While the power creep gap is widening, gems like Aramis and Cardinal Richelieu still offer immense value. Here is your roadmap to navigating the list.
Fimafeng Review: The Fish-Wielding Survivalist
Fimafeng brings a frozen fish and a unique flat damage mechanic to the battlefield. Does this Myrkheim dwarf have what it takes to survive the current meta, or is she just cold comfort?
Fruitio Hero Review: The Sticky Sheriff of the Slime Family
Fruitio brings a refreshing mix of damage and crowd control to the 4-star arena. This gelatinous cowboy serves up a Fruit Cocktail that leaves enemies paralyzed and vulnerable. Find out why this Slime family member is a top contender for Epic Tournaments in our comprehensive review.
Orcur: The Pocket Rocket Healer That Grows On You
Orcur might look like a gardening enthusiast, but this Astral Dwarf is a powerhouse support. With fast healing, attack growth, and immunity to almost everything annoying, he plants the seeds of victory and watches your enemies wither.
Fafnir: The Dragon Who Hits Like a Truck (And Maybe Looks Like One Too?)
Fafnir has arrived to freeze your enemies and steal their buffs. With damage potential reaching 2100 and a passive that chills to the bone, this Dwarven Lord turned Dragon is ready to wreck the meta. Is he the green hitter you've been waiting for?
Goldrip: The Midas Touch of Misery and Greed
Goldrip brings a wealth of pain to Empires & Puzzles with his unique Greed mechanic and devastating bleed damage. Is this golden slime the kingpin of your roster or just fool's gold? We dive deep into his stats, skills, and strategic value in the current meta.
Chires Hero Review: Croissants, Chaos, and Growth
Chires might look like a harmless toddler with a pastry, but this Astral Dwarf packs a punch in the 3-star arena. We analyze her boosted healing, permanent growth stats, and why she is a nightmare for minion-heavy teams in Rush tournaments.
Errin Review: The Toymaker Who Ties Enemies in Knots
Errin brings a unique kit to the 4-star arena with fast-speed Soul Connection and damage amplification. Originally plagued by a self-dispelling quirk, the v82 update has unleashed her true potential. Discover how this Astral Dwarf can transform your Challenge Event scores and dominate 4-star tournaments.
Dain, The Dwarven Siegemaster: Frosty Wards & Titan Smashes
Dain is a frosty 4-star Paladin from the Myrkheim family who packs a surprising punch. With a massive tile damage buff and a unique damage reduction ward, he's a Titan slayer in disguise. Find out if this dwarf deserves a spot in your roster.
Thrívaldi Hero Review: The Ice-Cold Candle King
Thrívaldi brings the chill with his Glacial Atmosphere and Arctic Core. This detailed review explores his fixed damage mechanics, defensive buffs, and whether this frosty dwarf is worth your summon tokens in the current high-power meta. Discover strategies to maximize his potential against Fire enemies and how he stands up to modern power creep.
Gongoth Review: The Anti-Minion Annihilator from the Stars
Gongoth has arrived to smash minions and wither opponents into submission. This Astral Dwarf packs a serious punch with his Fast mana speed and unique damage-scaling mechanics. Is he the purple hitter your roster has been waiting for, or just another face in the crowd? Read our in-depth analysis to find out.
Gooze: The Red Slime That Stole My Buffs (And My Heart?)
Gooze started as a confusing puddle of chemicals but evolved into a powerhouse. Learn how his unique 'Provoke' and 'Sticky Surface' mechanics can turn the tide of battle by stealing enemy buffs while dealing serious damage.
Magistine Review: The Spell-Weaving Slime with the 'Sticky' Skill Name
Magistine has arrived with a spellbook inside her belly and a special skill name that made the entire community do a double-take. Beyond the 'Slimy Balls' jokes, does this Blue Wizard have the power to stick around in the meta? We break down the goo, the damage, and the mega minion mayhem.
Ceris: The Silence of the Lamps (and Manabars)
Ceris isn't just another brick in the wall; she's an Astral Dwarf with a penchant for shutting down conversations—permanently. With a 6-turn silence and a nasty chain reaction that hunts mana-rich enemies, she's the librarian of the battlefield: Shhh!
Högne Review: Is This Ice Dwarf Worth The Cold Shoulder?
Högne brings a massive axe and a chilling stare to Empires & Puzzles. With his unique capped damage mechanic and brutal max health reduction, he aims to freeze the competition. But does this average-speed Paladin have enough bite to keep up with the fast-paced meta? We break down his buffs, stats, and best strategies.
Ixinn Review: The Astral Dwarf Who Plays Bowling with Planets
Ixinn has arrived to crush defenses with a literal planet. This Slow mana Astral Dwarf hits like a freight train, chains through enemies, and leaves them so vulnerable they'll wish they were facing a Titan. We analyze her massive stats, unique minion interactions, and whether she's too slow for the current meta.
Goorian: The Barbaric Sludge Who Refuses to Wipe
Goorian brings a massive bone club and an even bigger attitude to the Slime family. With a 480% hit-all nukes and a defense down that rivals the best, he is a slow-speed disaster waiting to happen for your enemies. Plus, he turns into a blob when he dies. What's not to love?
Pluth: The Tinkerer Who Probably Should Have Left It Broken
Pluth arrives with a 'Planar-time-widget' and a Very Fast desire to mess up the enemy formation. But does rearranging the deck chairs on the Titanic actually sink the ship, or just annoy the passengers? We investigate the Astral family's most controversial dwarf.
Hreidmarr Review: The Mana-Stealing Mountain King
Hreidmarr brings a devastating kit to Empires & Puzzles with his 'Dwarven King's Levy'. Learn how this Untold Tales 2 hero controls the battlefield by stealing mana and buffs from the entire enemy team.
Knightus Review: The Slime That Paralyzes
Knightus is a gooey, fast-mana sniper who brings paralysis and elemental defense down to the table. Is this slimy knight the purple hitter you've been waiting for, or just a sticky mess? Read our in-depth review to find out.
Vard: The Void Stares Back (And It Hits For 470%)
Vard is slow, hulking, and absolutely terrifying. As the Grand Master of the Astral Dwarfs, he brings a special skill that deals 470% damage to everyone and permanently withers their stats. If he fires, the match is basically over.
Dagr: The Green Inferno Shaman
Dagr brings a fiery apocalypse to the Nature element. With a Molten Core that melts defenses and a special that never misses, this shaman is here to prove that Green can burn just as hot as Red. Discover why his toxic mix of poison and corrosive burn is dominating the meta.
Gooric: The Sanctified Slime's Guide to Eternal Life (and Nerfs)
From zero to hero and back again? Our review of Gooric explores the turbulent life of this Holy Slime. Once the most feared tank in the game due to an undispellable revive, a recent nerf changed everything. Is he still worth the darts, or has he slipped down the tier list? We break down the stats, the slime mechanics, and the drama.
Maegwyn: Serving the Strongest Drinks in the Galaxy
Maegwyn might look like she's just serving drinks, but her 'Astral Brew' is a potent mix of 50% instant healing, massive boosted health regeneration, and damage reduction. She proves that sometimes, being 'boring' makes you invincible.
Charmione Review: The Toxic Diva of Devouring Goo
Charmione arrived with a stumble but found her footing after a series of buffs. Is this Jessica Rabbit of the Slime world worth your rings now? We dive into her mechanics, the devastating potential of her delayed paralysis, and why she might just be the queen of Rush Attack wars.
Andvari Hero Review: The Ultimate Minion & Fiend Cleaner
Andvari arrived with four arms and a lot of promise. Is this Dwarven Oracle still the answer to your minion problems a year later? We analyze stats, skills, and strategies in this detailed guide.
Quari: The Monk Who Punches You With A Glacier
Quari brings a unique blend of violence and sustainability to the Astral Dwarf family. With a 450% hit to three targets, water damage that heals his team, and permanent stat Growth, he is the gift that keeps on giving (and hurting).
Salniss: She brought a Shotgun to a Sword Fight
Salniss isn't here for subtle diplomacy. With a double-barreled starstick and a penchant for silencing critics (literally), this Astral Dwarf Warden packs a 1000% damage punch at Fast speed. We break down why her mix of brute force and minion hate makes her a standout sniper.
Dularfulr Review: From Zero to Hero with a Snake
Dularfulr's journey from a widely criticized release to a meta-defining powerhouse is a tale for the ages. With massive damage mitigation, ailment immunity, and a surprisingly spicy Molten Core, this Dwarven Dark Seer proves that first impressions aren't everything. Discover why she's now the 'Purple Hathor' you didn't know you needed.
Fjalar Review: The Dwarven Bard Who Brings the Heat
Fjalar brings a lute and a flamethrower to the battlefield. This 4-star dwarf combines the unpredictable Firestorm Strike with solid anti-minion tech and a passive that burns brighter than his musical career.
Gandr: The Slow-Burning Storm of Nidavellir
Gandr brings a tempest of damage, healing, and counterattacks to Empires & Puzzles. This Untold Tales 2 hero hits like a truck, heals like a hospital, and punishes enemies for daring to strike back. Is she the ultimate Rush Attack tank or just another slow hero waiting to charge? Let's break down the Dwarven Wind Warrior.
Helgi Review: The Angry Dwarf Who Hits Everyone (Eventually)
Helgi brings chaos to the 3-star arena with 8 random hits and a unique buff reset mechanic. Is he a mini-Gestalt or just a drunken dwarf swinging wildly? We analyze his molten core and rush tournament potential.
Gooldron Hero Review: Serving Up Slime and Stolen Buffs
Gooldron isn't just a cute face in a cauldron; he is a fast-speed menace who turns your enemies' strengths against them. With powerful fiends that absorb massive healing and steal growth effects, this Slime family hero is a tactical nightmare for buff-heavy teams. Discover why this nerdy slime is still a top contender in the 2025 meta.
Cosmicspeaker: The Librarian of the Stars
Cosmicspeaker might look like she just stumbled out of a magical library, but don't let the spectacles fool you. This Astral Elf brings a unique mix of unrelenting damage and persistent utility that scrubs the battlefield clean turn after turn. We analyze if her Constellation Crush still holds up in the current meta.
Mucktus Review: The Sticky Bandit of Empires & Puzzles
Mucktus started as a joke with the weakest fiends in the game, but a massive balance update turned this slime into a buff-stealing nightmare. Discover how the 'Fiendish Forest Blob' went from zero to hero, countering growth mechanics and spreading gooey chaos across the battlefield.
Melodymuse: The Bard Who Blocks Bad Vibes
Melodymuse burst onto the scene in late 2024 with a lute in hand and a song in her heart, promising to keep your team healthy and ailment-free. But in the high-octane meta of late 2025, is this Astral Elf's tune still a chart-topper, or just elevator music? We review her Fast-speed healing capabilities.
Mooncure: The Incense Master of Slow-Burning Sustain
Mooncure arrives with a censer full of healing fumes and a trick up his sleeve for mana generation. But does this slow-speed Astral Elf have enough potency to cure your roster's ailments, or is he just blowing smoke? We analyze his viability in a fast-paced world.
Moonbell Hero Review: The Astral Elf Summoner
Is Moonbell still a star in the Empires & Puzzles universe? This review breaks down her unique mana-generating minions, massive damage reduction, and whether she holds up against the latest wave of power creep.
Fungustine: The Slime That Stole Christmas (And Your Buffs)
Fungustine might look like a cute mushroom lady, but she is a nightmare for Growth meta teams. We break down her sticky mechanics, her surprising survivability thanks to Mega Minions, and whether this slime is still worth your tonics in late 2025.
Gunktus: The Slime That Just Won't Die
Gunktus is the definition of 'sticky' in Empires & Puzzles. This fast-speed Slime hero hits hard, buffs himself, and refuses to stay down, turning into a massive blob of HP upon death. In this review, we break down why this purple menace is still a headache to deal with and how to best utilize his relentless mechanics.
Starlass Review: The Astral Elf That Hits Like a Hansel Truck
Starlass brings a heavy crossbow and heavier mana control to Empires & Puzzles. While her speed is slow, her ability to shut down three enemies at once with massive damage and mana reduction makes her a Rush Attack nightmare. Is she still worth the tonics in the modern era of 1200+ power heroes? Let's find out.
Demilune Review: The Buff-Stealing Moon Crasher
Demilune arrived as a fast-mana powerhouse, stealing buffs and granting massive Attack Growth. But does this Astral Elf still shine in the current meta? We analyze his stats, skills, and longevity in this detailed guide.
Voidstar Review: The Unmissable Astral Sentinel
Voidstar brings a unique mix of unmissable sniping and defensive utility to the table. But in the fast-paced meta of late 2025, does this Astral Elf still shine, or has her light faded? We break down her stats, skills, and strategic value.
Hammerclang: The Astral Blacksmith Who Never Misses a Beat (or a Hit)
Hammerclang burst onto the scene as the Astral Elves' resident blacksmith, bringing a hammer that hits everyone and a debuff that makes enemies regret ever waking up. But with power creep moving faster than a mana troop on steroids, does this fiery forger still have the heat to compete in the current meta? Let's break it down.
Dreadstar Review: The Astral Queen's Dominion
Dreadstar, the Queen of the Astral Elves, brings a potent mix of AoE damage and crippling debuffs. While her release was met with controversy over nerfs, subsequent buffs have solidified her role as a utility powerhouse. Discover if her mana and healing control still hold up in today's fierce meta.
Lemonwood: The Machine Gun Marksman
Lemonwood burst onto the scene in 2024 as the 'Machine Gun' of the Astral Elves, raining arrows on anyone foolish enough to hoard mana. But does this Holy Ranger still have the firepower to compete in the titan-clashing arena of late 2025? We review his unique ricochet mechanics and current standing.
Lionstring: The Very Fast Tailor
Lionstring stitches together a unique kit of healing theft and dodge at Very Fast speed. While his stats may be fraying by 2025 standards, this Astral Elf Dressmaker can still weave a nightmare for opponents in 4-Star tournaments.
Moonflower Review: The Inverse Guardian Hippo
Moonflower brings a unique, reactive playstyle to Empires & Puzzles. Instead of attacking when your team fires, she punishes enemies for using their own skills. Is this 'Green Hippo' mechanic a stroke of genius or a recipe for disaster? We analyze her stats, synergy with Mindless Attack, and current viability.
Starswift: The Hobby Horse Hero Who Does Not Horse Around
Don't let the hobby horse fool you; Starswift is a serious contender in the Rare arena. This Astral Elf Youth brings a mix of reliable damage, mana acceleration, and team survivability that can surprise opponents. We dive deep into her mechanics, comparing her to modern heavy hitters like Ali, and explain why she might just be the red 3-star engine your team has been missing.
Sparklight, The Astral Torch: Burning Bright, Sharing Pain, and Stealing Buffs
Sparklight is a fiery Astral Elf who hits like a truck, heals his team by burning enemies, and reflects buffs back to your side. He's a chaotic mix of damage and utility that can turn the tide of battle.
Starwalker Review: From Meta-Breaker to Niche Punisher
Starwalker once ruled the skies of Empires & Puzzles with a mechanic so potent it demanded a nerf. Now, two years post-release, does the King of the Astral Elves still shine, or has his light faded? We break down his current role, the lingering sting of the balance updates, and where he still finds a home in your roster.