Rock Dude

Slow but powerful. He can soak up a lot of damage and, if given the chance, can lay waste to gates with his slam attack.

## Champion Notes

* Part of the **Ground** Champion type, this unit can be targeted by any units that attack Ground units.

* **Melee** Champions need to be up close and personal to attack their targets using their short range weapons

* Part of the **Tank** Champion type, this Champion makes a good wall in front of high damage units with less health. More time for your damage dealers is crucial for victory in the Arena.

* Rock Dude currently has no special ability, however, he has an incredibly high health pool and offers a large amount of frontline to protect your damage units from attack.

## Backstory

In the heartlands of the Fire Culture, amidst vast stretches of scorching deserts and infernal plains, stands the legendary volcano, Mount Tolcola. Known not for being destructive but rather for its rumored life-giving properties, Tolcola is a beacon of hope for many. Tales of its mystical powers have been passed down through generations, stories of its molten heart having the ability to heal, rejuvenate, and even breathe life into the lifeless.

Many have ventured to the volcano, seeking its miraculous touch – parents with ailing children, warriors with grievous wounds, and elders nearing life's twilight. The journey is fraught with peril, its path lined with treacherous terrains, deadly creatures, and the ever-looming threat of volcanic activity. As such, while many embark on this pilgrimage, only a handful ever return.

On one fateful day, a wandering Earth Elemental, an ageless guardian of the terrains, found itself near Mount Tolcola. The elemental approached unaware just as the volcano stirred. A minor eruption bathed the elemental in a cascade of molten lava. Yet, instead of eroding or consuming it, the magma from the volcano melded with the elemental. The fusion was transformative; the previously stoic creature was infused with a spark of life, emotions, desires, and a newfound free will beyond instinct.

Thus, Rock Dude was born – a unique entity, carved from the ancient rocks of the earth and brought to life by the fiery heart of Tolcola. Despite his newfound intelligence and feelings, Rock Dude's cognitive abilities are more akin to an average child. He's often aloof, being that he is one-of-a-kind, and rarely crosses paths with beings eager to get to know him. But within that rocky exterior beats a heart of gold. He might not always grasp the complexities of the world around him, but his intentions are always noble.

Rock Dude, bound by his noble nature and true to his guardian spirit, felt an intrinsic duty to protect the lands and people of the Fire Culture. Although often content with his own company and wandering the volcanic landscapes, the turmoil of the Great War could not be ignored. Seeing the chaos and sensing the threat to his homeland he, for the first time, felt empathy towards fellow beings and true anger towards Rezzer’s oppressors. Rock Dude's deep sense of duty driven by his fiery spirit propelled him to join the fray. His often-bumbling nature might cause a few mishaps along the way, but when push comes to shove, his raw power and unwavering spirit can turn the tide of any battle.