Lore
One day, the Orcs will break free from their shackles.
Skills
Bloodthirst
HealBalmond recovers 5% Max HP after killing a minion or creep, and 10% Max HP on a kill or assist.
Soul Lock
MobilitySlowBalmond charges in the target direction for a set distance or until he hits an enemy hero, dealing 150 (+60% Total Physical Attack) Physical Damage to enemies along the way. The enemy hero hit will be knocked back slightly, and have their Movement Speed reduced by 40% for 3s.
Cyclone Sweep
AOEBuffBalmond gains 15% Movement Speed and spins with his axe for 3s, dealing 30 (+1.3% Total HP) (+25% Total Physical Attack) Physical Damage per hit to nearby enemies up to 14 times.
Each hit reduces the target's Physical Defense by 5% (up to 40%).
Lethal Counter
BurstBalmond unleashes a huge strike in the target direction (this skill can only be interrupted by Suppression), dealing True Damage equal to 150 (+70% Total Physical Attack) plus 30% of the target's lost HP.
This skill only deals up to 1000 damage to non-hero units.
Synergizes With
Balmond is best with Support heroes that can boost his Mobility and Survivability. Examples include Angela and Rafaela.
Strong Against
Balmond is strong against squishy heroes who lack the ability to escape once he closes the gap on them, such as Layla and Eudora.
Weak Against
Balmond is countered by ranged heroes who can deal damage to Balmond outside of his attack range, such as Lesley and Irithel.