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Campaigns

Wings of Liberty

Covers the Terran campaign led by Jim Raynor, set four years after the Brood War. Focuses on Raynor’s rebel war against Emperor Arcturus Mengsk’s Dominion, the hunt for mysterious Xel’Naga artifacts, and the raid on Char to restore Sarah Kerrigan’s humanity.

Heart of the Swarm

Follows Sarah Kerrigan after a Dominion attack separates her from Raynor. She rebuilds the Zerg Swarm, undergoes a primal rebirth on Zerus, and ultimately kills Mengsk on Korhal.

Legacy of the Void

Protoss campaign led by Artanis. The unified Protoss (Daelaam) attempt to reclaim Aiur but must face Amon, a fallen Xel’Naga corrupting the Khala. Ends with the united forces defeating Amon in the End War.

Nova Covert Ops

Epilogue campaign following Dominion Ghost operative Nova Terra. Nova uncovers a conspiracy by the Defenders of Man using psi-emitters to incite Zerg attacks, regains her memories, and exposes their leader.

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Missions

• Wings of Liberty Missions – from “Liberation Day” to “All-In”, including branching choices (Tosh vs Nova).
• Heart of the Swarm Missions – Kerrigan’s escape, evolution on Zerus, and Korhal invasion.
• Legacy of the Void Missions – Artanis’s unification of Protoss factions and final battle “Into the Void”.
• Nova Covert Ops Missions – stealth operations leading to the capture of Carolina Davis.

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Characters

Terran

• Jim Raynor – Rebel leader of Raynor’s Raiders.
• Sarah Kerrigan – Ghost turned Queen of Blades.
• Arcturus Mengsk – Emperor of the Dominion; slain by Kerrigan.
• Valerian Mengsk – His son and successor.
• Matt Horner – Captain of the Hyperion.
• Tychus Findlay – Raynor’s friend, coerced into betrayal.
• Gabriel Tosh – Spectre mercenary; branching fate.
• Dr. Ariel Hanson – Scientist seeking a cure for infestation.
• Rory Swann – Chief engineer and armory master.
• Egon Stetmann – Eccentric scientist aboard the Hyperion.
• Nova Terra – Dominion Ghost and Nova Ops protagonist.

Protoss

• Zeratul – Dark Templar prophet of Amon’s return.
• Artanis – Hierarch of the Daelaam.
• Selendis – Commander of the Golden Armada.
• Alarak – Tal’darim Highlord; later ally.
• Rohana – Preserver and historian on the Spear of Adun.
• Karax – Protoss engineer turned warrior.

Zerg

• Zagara – Broodmother and future Swarm queen.
• Abathur – Evolution master of the Swarm.
• Dehaka – Primal Zerg leader from Zerus.
• Alexei Stukov – Infested Terran admiral aiding Kerrigan.

Antagonists

• Amon – Dark Xel’Naga seeking to remake creation.
• Emil Narud / Samir Duran – Shapeshifting servant of Amon behind the hybrid program.

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Factions & Races

Terrans

Fragmented humanity of the Koprulu Sector.

• Terran Dominion – Authoritarian empire founded by Arcturus Mengsk.
• Raynor’s Raiders – Rebel faction opposing the Dominion.
• Umojan Protectorate – Neutral, science-driven democracy.
• Kel-Morian Combine – Mining conglomerate with its own army.
• Defenders of Man – Rogue patriots opposing Valerian.
• Moebius Foundation / Moebius Corps – Research group corrupted by Amon.

Protoss

• Daelaam – Unified Protoss under Artanis.
• Tal’darim – Blood cult once devoted to Amon.
• Purifiers – Sentient AI Protoss warriors reactivated in LotV.

Zerg

• Zerg Swarm – Kerrigan’s centralized hive mind.
• Primal Zerg – Independent creatures from Zerus.
• Hybrids – Protoss–Zerg creations of Amon.
• Xel’Naga – Ancient progenitor race.

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Units and Technology

Terran Units

Marine, Marauder, Ghost, Siege Tank, Battlecruiser, and campaign mercenaries.

Zerg Units

Zergling, Hydralisk, Mutalisk, Ultralisk, and other evolutionary strains.

Protoss Units

Zealot, Stalker, High Templar, Immortal, Void Ray, plus Purifier and Tal’darim variants.

Structures

• Terran – Command Center, Barracks, Factory, Starport.
• Zerg – Hatchery, Spawning Pool, Evolution Chamber.
• Protoss – Nexus, Pylons, Warp Gate, Cybernetics Core.

Notable Artifacts and Devices

• Xel’Naga Artifact – Used to purge infestation and seal Amon.
• Terrazine – Psionic gas enhancing Ghosts.
• Psi Destroyer – Weapon lethal to Zerg hive minds.
• Spear of Adun – Protoss arkship and LotV command hub.
• Hyperion – Raynor’s flagship.
• Ghost Program / Spectre Project – Terran psionic soldier initiatives.

Resources and Systems

• Minerals & Vespene Gas – Core economic resources.
• Supply (StarCraft) – Represents army capacity.
• Fog of War & Detection – Vision and stealth mechanics.

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Gameplay Systems

• Base Building and Tech Tree – How each race advances technologically.
• Economy and Resources – Resource gathering and expansion.
• Unit Training and Upgrades – Research and development.
• Special Abilities – Lore context for unit powers (Stimpack, Psi Storm, etc.).

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Campaign Upgrade Systems

• Wings of Liberty – Armory and Research systems using credits and tech paths.
• Heart of the Swarm – Kerrigan’s psionic leveling and strain evolution.
• Legacy of the Void – Spear of Adun solar core and war council options.

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Multiplayer and Co-op Modes

Skirmish Mode

Classic RTS multiplayer forming StarCraft II’s esports foundation.

Co-op Missions

Non-canonical missions where players control legendary commanders (e.g. Raynor, Kerrigan, Artanis) with unique powers. Official Blizzard content but separate from main canon.

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External References

• StarCraft II on Wikipedia
• Characters of the StarCraft series – Wikipedia
• StarCraft Wiki – Storyline
• Raynor’s Raiders – Fandom
• Tal’darim – Villains Wiki
• Nova – Heroes Wiki

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All sections draw solely on Blizzard-confirmed canon from StarCraft II and official sources.