Crusader (Warcraft III)

Crusader concept art, which was reused for the Knight.

The Crusader was a cancelled hero unit of the human Alliance.

Their model was later recycled as the Knight. In the Warcraft III alpha, the Knight had a different model that wielded a ball and chain, more closely resembling the Knights of Warcraft I. The Crusader's sword also had a glowing effect that was not given to the Knight.

The Crusader was to have several Seal abilities.

Crusaders made a cameo in The Frozen Throne as an elite version of the knight in the Theramore Isle map of the Old Hatreds chapter of The Founding of Durotar, fighting for Kul Tiras.

Statistics of Crusader from Warcraft III

From Warcraft III: The Frozen Throne:

• 1540 HP
• 400 MP
• 26-50 normal melee damage
• 16 heavy armor

Spells and abilities

Seal of Nobility

Gives target unit full upgrades, including unknown spells, for a limited time period. Can be upgraded to Seal of Lords, and then to Seal of Kings. Each upgrade provides a longer time period for his improved abilities.

Seal of Courage

Gives target unit a large defense bonus. Can be upgraded to Seal of Valor, and then to Seal of Fortitude.

Seal of Fire

Gives target unit a buff that lets them deal fire damage, possibly either when attacking or from being hit.

Swiftness Aura

Passive. Units affected by the Crusader's aura move faster.

Trivia

Original Knights and Crusader, affected by Seal of Kings.

• Among the possible random hero names were "Geros Ironblade" and "Sten Azureshield".
• Crusaders could supposedly dismount, and while mounted they had a powerful Charge attack.