Dularfulr: The Snake-Charming Savior of the Shadows

Overview

Dularfulr is a 5-star Dark (Purple) hero from the Untold Tales 2 expansion, specifically hailing from the Nidavellir realm. Released initially in late 2024, she underwent a transformation that would make a butterfly jealous, evolving from a "missing bullet point" meme into one of the premier support heroes in the game. As a Cleric class hero, she naturally resists mana-affecting ailments, which pairs beautifully with her role as a high-speed sanitizer and protector. She is a modern fast-speed healer and tank hybrid who essentially asks the enemy team, "Are you done trying to hit us yet?"

Hero Art & Visuals

Dularfulr brings a distinct aesthetic to the table. She isn't your typical dwarf; she eschews the heavy plate mail for a more mystic, "seer" vibe. The artwork features her confidently handling a rather large, glowing purple serpent, which presumably whispers the secrets of the deep earth (or perhaps winning lottery numbers) into her ear. The color palette is a rich blend of deep purples and earthy tones, lit by the magical glow of her serpentine companion. It's refreshing to see a dwarf design that leans into the magical and mysterious rather than just axes and beer—though she probably enjoys a good ale after blocking 50,000 damage in a war.

General Info

Hero Stats

Dularfulr boasts stats that are firmly in the "modern juggernaut" territory.

With a double limit break power of 1407, she sits comfortably among the elite. While the very newest heroes from late 2025 (like Devyani at 1491 Power) have crept slightly ahead in raw numbers, Dularfulr's stat distribution is impeccable for her role. Her Defense (1457 LB2) and Health (2727 LB2) are massive, ensuring she survives long enough to fire her Fast skill. Compared to the current benchmark, she is still considered High Tier, with bulk that allows her to function exceptionally well as a tank or flank. She hasn't fallen off; she's just sharing the VIP lounge with a few newer faces.

Special Skill: Night’s Whisper

This skill is a defensive masterpiece. Originally released in a much weaker state, the current iteration is a triple-threat of support.

1. Healing: A 30% direct heal at Fast speed is nothing to scoff at. It stabilizes the team immediately.
2. Firestorm Ward: This is the bread and butter. Reducing incoming Special Skill damage by a flat amount (up to -1300) is arguably superior to percentage-based defense in the current high-damage meta. Against multi-hitters who deal 400-500 damage per hit, this ward can completely negate the damage. The extra protection against Nature enemies is just the cherry on top, making her a nightmare for green heavy hitters.
3. Ailment Immunity: Four turns of immunity to new status ailments at Fast speed is incredible. It shuts down defense down, DoT, mindless attack, and other nasty effects before they can stick.

By the Numbers

Let's break down why "Night's Whisper" is so loud in the meta.

• Mana Speed Analysis:
  • Base: Fast (8 tiles).
  • With 20th Node Cleric (+4%): Needs relatively little help to reach 7 tiles.
  • Effect: She charges before most enemies, allowing her to set up her immunity shield preemptively.
• Damage Mitigation:
  • Firestorm Ward: Capable of reducing up to -1300 damage.
  • Scenario: An enemy sniper hits for 1500. The Ward absorbs 1300. You take 200 damage.
  • Scenario: A multi-hitter hits 5 targets for 600 each. The Ward absorbs all of it.
  • Vs Nature: The additional 30% reduction applies after the flat reduction calculation or in tandem, essentially neutering green snipers.
• Healing Output:
  • Base Health (LB2): ~2727 HP.
  • 30% Heal: ~818 HP recovered instantly per ally. Across a team of 5, that's ~4090 total HP swing in your favor every time she fires.
• Molten Core Output:
  • Corrosive Burn: ~308 damage/turn x 3 turns = 924 damage per enemy if left uncleansed.
  • Total Potential Damage: 924 x 5 enemies = 4620 damage from a passive effect.

Family Bonus, Passives, Aether Power & Unique Abilities

The Nidavellir family brings the heat—literally.

Family Bonus

The Molten Core mechanic is what separates Dularfulr from being "just a healer." Every time she is hit, her core charges. When she fires, she releases that stored energy as a Corrosive Burn. This means punishing her with tiles only makes her inevitable special skill hurt more. It turns a defensive hero into an offensive threat.

Passives

Empowered Resist Burn: This is a fantastic niche counter. If you face a heavy burn meta (looking at you, Barbarians and Fire heroes), Dularfulr not only ignores the damage but gains health (450 boosted!) and mana. It's a "thanks for the fuel" moment.

Aether Power

Special Armor: Starting the battle with +40% defense against special skills for 6 turns makes her incredibly sturdy as a tank. It ensures she usually survives the opening volley of fast snipers to fire her own skill.

Legacy & Modern Relevance

• Historical Context: Dularfulr had a rocky start. Upon release, she lacked the direct heal and the numbers were lower. She was widely considered the "dud" of the portal. However, a significant balance update in December 2024 gave her the 30% heal and buffed her Ward, catapulting her from "feeder material" to "top-tier defense."
• Power Creep Analysis: Despite being over a year old now, her mechanics defy power creep. Flat damage reduction scales well because it forces enemies to hit extremely hard to make a dent. Ailment immunity is timeless.
• Modern Viability Verdict: Meta Staple. She remains a top choice for War defenses, PvP raids, and tough PvE content. She effectively replaced older ailment blockers like Hathor in many top teams due to her darker element and damaging passive. She is not just a collector's item; she is a workhorse.

Costume & Costume Bonus

As of this review, Dularfulr does not have a costume. This review focuses on her base form, which is already a complete package. Should a costume arrive in the future, it would have a high bar to clear to replace this utility.

Emblem Path Analysis

As a Cleric, Dularfulr benefits from the Manashield talent, giving her a chance to resist mana-affecting ailments. This reinforces her role as a reliable cleanser/blocker.

The Iron Maiden (Defensive)

• Path: Defense > Health > Attack
• Pros: Maximizes the "Firestorm Ward" up-time by keeping her alive. Increases the value of her 30% heal (as she has more HP). Makes her an absolute brick wall at Tank.
• Cons: Lowers the tile damage and the Corrosive Burn damage slightly (though the burn is less dependent on raw attack stats than direct hits).

The Snake Bite (Offensive)

• Path: Attack > Defense > Health
• Pros: Increases tile damage and slightly boosts the Molten Core burn damage potential.
• Cons: She dies faster. A dead healer heals no one.

Final Recommendation

For almost every player, the Defense > Health path is the correct choice. Dularfulr's job is to survive and protect. Every turn she stays alive is a turn the enemy team deals significantly less damage.

Strengths

• Massive Damage Mitigation: The Firestorm Ward (-1300 damage) completely shuts down multi-hitters and DoT casters.
• Ailment Immunity: Fast speed immunity is one of the strongest defensive buffs in the game.
• Offensive Presence: Unlike passive healers, her Molten Core ensures she contributes to whittling down the enemy team.
• Survivability: High stats + Special Armor Aether Power + Cleric Manashield.

Weaknesses

• Dispellable Buffs: Her Ward and Immunity can be dispelled by enemies like Hippo, Hatter, or any standard dispeller if they fire after her.
• No Overheal: Unlike some modern healers (e.g., Hathor, Rhys), she heals up to max HP, not over it (unless triggering her passive resist).
• Passive Dependent Damage: If she isn't hit to charge her core, her offensive output drops.

Best Game Modes

• War Defense: An exceptional Tank or Flank. The "Purple Tank" meta loves her.
• Raids (Offense): Great against heavy ailment teams or green-heavy defenses.
• Bloody Battle: Wait, really? Yes! While she can't heal in Bloody Battle, her Firestorm Ward and Ailment Immunity still work, and her Molten Core deals damage. She is surprisingly viable there.
• Auto-Farming: Keeps the team safe and healthy without input.

Advanced Strategy & Team Compositions

Dularfulr shines when she can force the enemy to waste their specials into her Ward.

Sample Team Ideas

1. The "Can't Touch This" Defense:
   • Formation: Double / Reverse Double
   • Heroes: Sha Wujing - Dularfulr - Gestalt - Hathor - Shimmerscale
   • Concept: Layering Dularfulr's immunity with other defensive buffs. If they dispel one, another is ready.
2. The Purple Crush (Offense):
   • Heroes: Panther (Costume) - Dularfulr - Luna - Aramis - Darkfeather
   • Concept: Dularfulr keeps the hitters alive and clean of ailments while Darkfeather and Aramis tear through the enemy.

Counters & Anti-Synergies

• Counters: Hypnos, Guardian Panther (Costume), and other priority dispellers can strip her protection. Gestalt or Deadboot can bypass or steal her buffs.
• Anti-Synergies: Avoid pairing her with other "Ailment Immunity" heroes (like Hathor or Aramis) unless you stagger their firing times carefully, as the buffs overwrite each other without adding new value.

Advice for New Players

If you pulled Dularfulr early, congratulations! You have a healer who will carry you through Season 2, 3, 4, and 5 with ease. Prioritize leveling her immediately. Her ability to negate damage will make difficult boss fights trivial.

Advice for Veterans

She is worthy of Limit Break 2 (Alpha Aethers). Even in a roster full of 2025 heroes, a Fast ailment blocker who reduces damage by 1300 is relevant. She is a direct upgrade to many older purple support heroes and holds her own in top 100 alliance wars.

Community Corner: Hot Takes & History

The forums were initially on fire—and not in a good way.

• User 'MountainMann': "This hero is definitely incomplete... Missing a heal or counterattack or something."
• User 'Tidyup': "She’s Wayne tier bad... I can’t find a single scenario I would use this hero."

But after the buff?

• User 'MountainMann' (Post-Buff): "She went from zero to hero really fast."
• User 'Jmk_96': "She is not suited for all fights, but on fights against pure brute force she is a true star."

The "Dularfulr Redemption Arc" is a favorite topic among veteran players, proving that sometimes complaining on the forums actually works.

Final Thoughts

Dularfulr is the ultimate example of "be careful who you call ugly in middle school." She transformed from a confused, underpowered mess into a coherent, tanky, and dangerous support hero. With the ability to shrug off ailments and turn enemy special skills into gentle tickles, she commands respect on the battlefield. If you have her, use her. If you don't, pray you don't run into her during a Rush War.

Verdict: A Tier 1 Healer/Tank who demands a spot on your roster.