New StarCraft Cards First Teased for Hearthstone Expansion
Blizzard is set to launch a major expansion for Hearthstone, bringing StarCraft into the card game with a total of 49 new cards, featuring prominent characters like Sarah Kerrigan and Jim Raynor.
Blizzard is gearing up to roll out a major new mini-set for Hearthstone, titled Heroes of StarCraft, on January 21. This expansion introduces 49 new cards that capture the essence of the iconic RTS game, StarCraft.
Overview of New Cards
- Total Cards: 49 (4 Legendary, 1 Epic, 20 Rare, and 24 Common)
- Factions: Zerg, Protoss, and Terran
Zerg
The Zerg faction, led by Sarah Kerrigan, includes cards playable across various classes, with a focus on overwhelming opponents with swarming minions.
Protoss
Artanis leads the Protoss, focusing on higher-cost, powerful cards, including classes like Druid and Mage.
Terran
Jim Raynor leads the Terrans, incorporating unique starship synergies and versatile gameplay.
Blizzard originally hinted at this crossover in November 2024, and anticipation continues to build as players await this vibrant integration of two beloved franchises. Pricing options will include both real money and in-game gold, with additional high-value special editions also available.
For details on class strategies and card mechanics, visit Hearthstone’s official announcement.
StarCraft x Hearthstone (Image credit: Blizzard)