Hearthstone enthusiasts have a thrilling update on the horizon with the unveiling of the Heroes of StarCraft Mini-Set, set to launch on January 21. This Mini-Set, the largest in Hearthstone's history, boasts an impressive lineup of 49 new cards. Players can dive into a unique blend of class-specific and multi-class StarCraft faction cards, offering a fresh gameplay experience that intertwines Hearthstone with the beloved StarCraft universe.
Introduced during the Warcraft Direct on November 13, 2024, the Heroes of StarCraft Mini-Set enhances The Great Dark Beyond expansion with a crossover that celebrates Blizzard's iconic science fiction RTS franchise. Initially, only basic details were shared, but as we approached the new year, Hearthstone has provided a comprehensive look at this exciting micro-expansion.
The Mini-Set features an expansive card pool, exceeding the typical Mini-Set by 11 cards. Each Hearthstone class is enriched with three new cards, while the StarCraft factions—Zerg, Protoss, and Terran—are represented by five cards each, tailored to specific classes. Notably, each faction includes a Legendary card, and the set is rounded off with a neutral Legendary, Grunty. Hearthstone has already teased some of these cards, with more reveals scheduled in the week leading up to the launch.
Hearthstone Heroes of StarCraft Mini-Set Release Date
- January 21The Zerg cards, accessible to Death Knight, Demon Hunter, Hunter, and Warlock, emphasize the strategy of summoning numerous Zerglings and leveraging the Hydralisk for damage based on swarm size. Meanwhile, the Protoss cards for Druid, Mage, Priest, and Rogue focus on mana manipulation, enabling players to deploy high-cost cards like the Carrier more efficiently. The Paladin, Shaman, and Warrior classes will benefit from new Starship mechanics, including Starship Pieces and enhanced launching capabilities, with a special Starship featuring the Mech creature type.
While the larger size of the Heroes of StarCraft Mini-Set comes with a higher price tag, it remains accessible. Players can acquire a full playset for $20 or 2500 gold, or opt for the all-Golden version at $80 or 12,000 gold. For those interested in specific factions, individual packs of Protoss, Terran, or Zerg cards are available for $10 or 1200 gold.
To celebrate the Mini-Set's release, Hearthstone is hosting two exciting streamed events. StarCast, on January 23 at 10 AM PST, will feature StarCraft legends TrumpSC and Day9 showcasing the new cards. Following this, HearthCraft on January 24 at 9 AM PST will see Hearthstone community creators representing each faction in competitive matches and mini-games. Viewers can earn two normal and two Golden The Great Dark Beyond packs by watching these events on Twitch, ensuring fans don't miss out on the free rewards.
