Visual ReconBaneling

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Baneling

Vital Systems

Hull Integrity (Life)30 / 200

Base Armor0

Attributes

biological

Combat Specs

Damage Output

20(+15 vs ligero, +80 vs estructura)

Attack Range0.25

Movement Speed3.5

Sensor Sight8

Minerals25

Vespene Gas25

Supply0.5

Build Time14s

Tactical Overview

"Suicidal explosive unit that single-handedly demolishes grouped biological infantry."

The Baneling is a Zergling mutation loaded with volatile acid. Its explosion deals immense area damage, especially to structures and light units.

Strengths

Incredible AoE damage that obliterates bio clumps
Centrifugal Hooks upgrade enables burrowed Baneling mines
Forces opponent to split units or face total annihilation

Weaknesses

Dies instantly upon exploding
Requires proper micro to connect with enemy groups
Useless against armored units (does minimal damage)

Good Against

MarinesZerglings (in ZvZ)Zealots

Vulnerable Against

HellionsSiege TanksForce Fields (that separate them)

Usage Tip

Burrow Banelings in choke points and wait for clustered Marines to walk over them. Combine with Zerglings to force splits.

Tactical Abilities

Explode

Triggers immediate self-destruction to deal massive splash damage to surrounding enemy units.

Structure Attack

Toggles whether the Baneling will target and explode against structures.

Combat Upgrades

Centrifugal Hooks

Increases Baneling movement speed and maximum health.

Burrow

Allows Banelings to burrow underground for stealth landmines.