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Defilers are the perfect example of the fanatic and sadistic nature of the Zerg. Like the Larvae, the Defiler carries within it the genetic code of every other Zerg breed, but it does not produce them. To the contrary, the Defiler uses these genetic matrices to produce cancer-like toxins which have dramatic and deadly effects. The Defiler prefers to avoid direct combat, relishing instead in the use of its unique bio-chemical abilities.
Burrow
- Defilers can also burrow into the ground like their lesser brethren. A common tactic of these vile creatures is to attack until they run out of prepared toxins, and then burrow down until they can rejuvenate their stores of venom.
Dark Swarm
- The body of a Defiler is covered with a countless number of smaller creatures that feed off each other. By spontaneously launching a number of these creatures into the fray, the Defiler can create a thick cloud of living insects to distract the Swarm's enemies and provide cover for other Breeds.
Plague
- With this ability, the Defiler produces a batch of corrosive spores that it then explosively projects in a dense cloud around its enemies. This highly toxic cloud corrodes anything within its midst.
Consume
- As the only breed in the Swarm to show tendencies of cannibalism, the Defiler sometimes feeds off of its own species to regain lost energy. While this practice is particularly repulsive to most civilized species in the galaxy, it has proven to be an effective, if unsavory, tactic.
EVula's Notes:
The Defiler is one of the Zerg's 'special' units. Don't use them unless you have burrowing researched, as a Defiler should always be burrowed, unless he is attacking. Use Plague on any attacking troops to make them easier targets for your infantry. Use Dark Swarm when attacking, to make sure that you aren't attacked from the air. Use Consume on your Zerglings, since they are good and cheap to make.
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