Zealot

Vital Systems

Hull Integrity (Life)100 / 200

Plasma Shields50 / 200

Base Armor1

Attributes

lightbiological

Combat Specs

Damage Output

8(x2)

Attack Range0.1

Movement Speed3.15

Sensor Sight9

Minerals100

Vespene Gas0

Supply2

Build Time27s

Tactical Overview

"High-damage melee warrior that excels at surrounding and destroying armies with Charge."

The Zealot is the heart of the protoss infantry. After researching Charge, they can close distance with the enemy in a heartbeat.

Strengths

Charge upgrade provides immense closing speed
High damage per swing vs. biological units
Cheap and fast to produce in numbers

Weaknesses

Melee range only — cannot attack air
Slow without Charge; easily kited
Easily countered by AoE or splash damage

Good Against

MarinesZerglingsHydralisksRoaches

Vulnerable Against

HellionsBanelingsSiege Tanks

Usage Tip

Warp Zealots in continuously and use Charge to surround enemy bio balls. Lead Zealots around the edges to flank while Colossi deal AoE.

Combat Upgrades

Charge

Passively increases movement speed and allows charging at nearby enemies.

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