Welcome back, Paladins!

We’re diving into Part 2 of the hero testing in Empires & Puzzles Beta Version 77.1. If you caught the first part, you’ll remember the exciting debut of six heroes from the Slime and Fox families.

This time, the spotlight shifts to an entirely new set of powerful heroes:

• Three fresh faces from the Bard family, and
• One chilling addition from the Legends 2025 family — who also happens to be the Hero of the Month for September 2025.

Let’s break down what makes these new heroes unique and potentially game-changing.

🎵 Bard Family Heroes

The Bard family brings style, rhythm, and power to the battlefield. Here’s a closer look at each one:

🎻 Fiddle – The Exceptionally Eager Instrumentalist

• Element: Holy
• Class: Fighter
• Role: Sniper | Dodger
• Mana Speed: Very Fast

Fiddle is a nimble sniper who bypasses defensive buffs and gains +40% power for her next special skill with every cast. Her very fast mana generation and dodge ability make her a dangerous threat on both attack and defense. Think of her as a relentless sniper that just keeps hitting harder.

🐍 Merith – The Serpentine Violinist

• Element: Nature
• Class: Wizard
• Role: Max Health Reducer | Silencer & Debuffer
• Mana Speed: Fast

Merith is a unique mix of utility and danger. She reduces max HP, silences enemies, and brings strong debuffs to the table. Her fast mana speed ensures she stays active in battle, making her a strong option for disrupting enemy teams while still applying pressure.

🥁 Dunnar Hart – The Magmatic Drummer

• Element: Fire
• Class: Barbarian
• Role: Damage Dealer | DoT & Debuffer | Healer & Buffer
• Mana Speed: Slow

Dunnar Hart is all about endurance and impact. He deals corrosive burn damage, reduces enemy defense, and even heals himself while boosting mana. Despite his slow speed, his diverse toolkit makes him a solid pick for drawn-out fights and synergistic team setups.

❄️ Legends 2025 – Hero of the Month

🧊 Nerasis – The Quiet Death (September 2025 HOTM)

• Element: Ice
• Class: Fighter
• Role: Sniper | Attack Stacker | Elemental Buffer
• Mana Speed: Fast

Nerasis lives up to her name — quiet, fast, and deadly. She brings sharp single-target damage, builds attack stacks, and provides an elemental buff to boost your team. Her fast mana and versatility make her a great fit for both offensive and defensive team compositions.

🎮 Final Thoughts

These new heroes bring exciting mechanics and synergy potential. Whether you’re into burst damage, debuffs, or utility-style support, this batch has something for everyone.

I’ve included gameplay footage to showcase how they perform in real battles — including campaign, raid, and Titan modes. After watching, I’d love to hear what you think. Are these heroes going to shake up the meta? Who’s your favorite so far?

💬 Drop your thoughts in the comments!