Hearthstone Patch 31.4 to Feature StarCraft Mini-Set, Kerrigan Skin, and Meta Shake-up
Tavern players, are you ready for the new Hearthstone Patch 31.4 that will launch players on an interstellar journey launching January 21, 2025? This new update introduces the groundbreaking Heroes of StarCraft Mini-Set, marking Hearthstone's first-ever crossover event.
Key Features and Changes in Hearthstone Patch 31.4
- New Hero Skin: Sarah Kerrigan arrives as a Mythic Hero skin, usable by all Zerg classes (Death Knights, Demon Hunters, Hunters, and Warlocks), complete with unique emotes and animations.
- In-Game Event: From January 21 to February 11, players can choose one of three Event Tracks, each offering 13 card packs and a faction-specific Hero Skin.
- Arena Update: A new Arena season begins, featuring a card pool from Voyage to the Sunken City to The Great Dark Beyond, including the new mini-set. The Arena-exclusive card, Wayward Probe, joins the fray.
- Balance Change: Ethereal Oracle's mana cost increases from 3 to 4, with full dust refunds available for two weeks post-patch.
Starcraft II Mini-Set
The Heroes of StarCraft Mini-Set, the largest of all Mini-Sets to date, will introduce cards featuring multi-class factions based on the Zerg, Protoss, and Terran races inspired by the StarCraft universe. For an in-depth look at this groundbreaking crossover, including card reveals and strategic insights, check out our comprehensive coverage here.
Looking Ahead
Patch 31.4 sets the stage for Hearthstone's ambitious 2025 roadmap, which includes two more expansions and additional mini-sets. This cosmic crossover represents a bold new direction for Hearthstone, potentially paving the way for future collaborations and universe expansions.
As the launch date approaches, the Hearthstone community eagerly anticipates this galactic adventure. Whether you know everything about the game or are new to the tavern, Patch 31.4 promises an out-of-this-world experience that will shake up the game's landscape.
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