Crusader (Butcher's Circus)

Tactical Analysis
The Crusader has access to Bulwark of Light, which buffs the protection of all heroes by 20%. Beginning a match with the move cripples compositions which focus purely on damage. In addition, it synergizes well with trinkets which further stack protection, such as the Battle Scarred Helm or Gladiator Helmet.

The move Rally to the Flame is powerful when used under the right conditions. If a hero is on death's door along with the Crusader, it can heal both him and the target, forcing the opponent to waste additional turns knocking their health back to zero. Debuffs are also cleansed, nullifying the crippling effects of moves such as Bellow or Expose.

If the Crusader is pushed to the back row, the ability Holy Lance can pull him forwards, dealing a significant amount of damage in the process. Equipping the move has several benefits; it hard counters pulls and pushes, allows the Crusader to hit heroes in the back row, and makes him synergize with compositions built around movement.