Character Kit Reveal - Denethor II

“Denethor was a proud man, tall, valiant, and more kingly than any man that had appeared in Gondor for many lives of men; and he was wise also, and far-sighted, and learned in lore.... When Denethor became Steward he proved a masterful lord, holding the rule of all things in his own hand. He said little. He listened to counsel, and then followed his own mind.” - The Lord of the Rings, Appendix A.

Character Name: Denethor II
Alignment: Light
Faction: Gondor
Categories: Light, Gondor, Human, Support, Leader, One-handed Sword
Weapon Type: One-handed Sword

Description: Denethor II presides over Gondor as its ruling Steward. A wise, yet callous, man, he is willing to do whatever it takes to protect his Kingdom.

Abilities:

Basic: Fierce Decree

Ability Description at unlock: Attack the target enemy for 90% damage and 25% chance to grant Provoke to the Gondor squad member with the highest Health that is not in Stealth.

Ability Description at max upgrade: Attack the target for 160% damage and grant Provoke to the Gondor squad member with the highest Health that is not in Stealth.

Special Ability 1: Commanding Presence

Ability stamina cost: 3

Ability stamina at battle start: 3

Ability Description at unlock: Call the ally with the most Banes to assist.

Ability Description at max upgrade: Gain 1 stack of Regeneration for 1 turn.

Call ally Boromir and the ally with the most Banes to assist and grant 1 stack of Regeneration for 1 turn to them.

Special Ability 2: Visions of Shadow

Ability stamina cost: 6

Ability stamina at battle start: 4

Ability Description at unlock: Inflict Stun for 1 turn(s) on the target enemy and self. Dispel 1 Boon(s) from all enemies.

Ability Description at max upgrade: Inflict Stun for 1 turn(s) on the target enemy and self. Dispel 2 Boon(s) from all enemies. If Boromir is an ally, grant 1 stack(s) of Unbreakable to all Gondor squad members.

Passive Ability: Steward’s Mantle

Ability Description at unlock: Gain +5% Focus

Ability Description at max upgrade: On Turn, grant 1 stack(s) of Regeneration for 1 turn to self. If Boromir is an ally, also grant 1 stacks of Regeneration for 1 turn to the most wounded Gondor ally. Gain +15% Focus.

Leader Ability: Lord and Steward

Ability Description at unlock: Gondor squad members gain 3% Block Chance for each living Gondor squad member.

Ability Description at max upgrade: Gondor squad members gain 10% Block Chance for each living Gondor squad member. When a Gondor squad member blocks an attack, they gain Immunity for 1 turn(s) at the end of the turn.

Key Attributes: 

Denethor II holds both leadership and authority in overseeing and protecting the people of Gondor. With the symbols of his stewardship, the rod and his sword, he is not afraid to do what it takes for the greater good and glory of Gondor, even if that means using inadvisable means such as the use of one Seven Seeing-stones, a palantir.

Inspiration:

While Denethor II is noted for being a wise leader and mentally strong, he could be callous and bitter having seen much grief in his time. He prepared Gondor as much as possible which led to the success in repelling Sauron’s forces at Osgiliath. However, in his determination to gain knowledge, he resorted to using a palantir; yet when Sauron discovered the use of the Anor-stone, he was driven mad with the visions of defeat and despair.

Strategy Tips:

• Denethor’s leader ability Lord and Steward is at its strongest at the beginning of battle, when all Gondor allies are still alive. Use the squad’s Taunt and Provoke abilities to redirect damage and keep your allies from dying.
• The Immunity granted by Denethor’s leader ability is especially helpful in Chapter 3 of the Mines of Moria raid, ensuring Gondor squad members avoid Capture.
• Denethor’s ability Visions of Shadow is incredibly powerful but can also inflict Stun on Denethor himself if not used at the right time. Use the Immunity from his Leader ability to anticipate the most strategic opportunity.

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Denethor II’s Adventure - Pride and Lineage - is coming to your game soon!

Starts: 8am, September 18, 2023 (Pacific Time)

Ends: 8am, September 25, 2023 (Pacific Time)

Bitter and calloused from his past, Denethor II proudly protected the country of Gondor from their opposition until his end. It was known that he was a perceptive and wise steward: to deceive him was a dangerous and difficult feat.

Players will need to be at least level 30 to participate in this event and unlock Denethor II at 3 stars. Players can earn additional rewards from the final two tiers by leveling/gearing their newly unlocked Denethor II. The final tier requires a 5 star Denethor II, but provides some of the most exclusive rewards. Get these now as you won’t get another opportunity to do the final tier.

Rewards:

Tier 1 - 20 Denethor II Shards 

Tier 2 - 20 Denethor II Shards

Tier 3 - 20 Denethor II Shards

Tier 4 - 20 Denethor II Shards

Tier 5 - 20 Denethor II Shards

Tier 6 - 10x Luminous Crystals, 50,000x Gold, 15,000 Character XP

Tier 7 - 10x Epic Ability Materials, 500,000x Gold, 250,000 Character XP

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