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Heroes Of The Storm Is Getting A Surprise New Hero Later This Month
WorldNew hero announcement
Blizzard announced a surprise new hero for Heroes of the Storm, despite the game's inactivity for four years.
Xal'atath, the 'Harbinger of the Void', is the current major villain from World of Warcraft and will be added to the game.
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- A new hero, Xal'atath, is being added to Heroes of the Storm
- The hero's addition is a surprise due to the game's inactivity
- Xal'atath will be available later this month
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- The addition of Xal'atath to Heroes of the Storm
Why It Matters
The move may revitalize interest in the game
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