StarCraft Episode 2 is part of the StarCraft storyline -- the history of the Zerg in the fictional universe of StarCraft. StarCraft is a real-time strategy computer game released by Blizzard Entertainment in 1998. The StarCraft storyline is the history covering the fictional universe of StarCraft. ... A Zerg Hydralisk The Zerg are a vaguely insectoid race in the fictional StarCraft universe. ... The StarCraft universe is a fictional universe in which the StarCraft series of computer games and books are set. ... StarCraft is a real-time strategy computer game by Blizzard Entertainment. ... Real-time strategy, often abbreviated RTS, is a genre of computer games characterized by being wargames which take place in real-time, where resource gathering, base building, technology development and direct control over individual units are key components. ... A computer game is a game composed of a computer-controlled virtual universe that players interact with in order to achieve a defined goal or set of goals. ... Blizzard Entertainment is an American PC game developer and publisher. ... 1998 (MCMXCVIII) was a common year starting on Thursday of the Gregorian calendar, and was designated the International Year of the Ocean [1]. // Coated in ice, power and telephone lines sag and often break, resulting in power outages. ...

Introduction

The StarCraft science fiction universe features three races: the renegade human Terrans, the noble cybernetic warrior Protoss, and the horrific bug-like Zerg. The storyline covers the fortunes of these three races and their leaders, fighting for dominance in a remote region of the galaxy. Science fiction is a form of speculative fiction principally dealing with the impact of imagined science and technology, or both, upon society and persons as individuals. ... The Marines of the Terran Confederacy. ... An un-armored Protoss warrior, possibly Artanis. ... A Zerg Hydralisk The Zerg are a vaguely insectoid race in the fictional StarCraft universe. ...

StarCraft Episode II features the Zerg campaign after the attack on Tarsonis. A Zerg Hydralisk The Zerg are a vaguely insectoid race in the fictional StarCraft universe. ... Tarsonis was the capital of the Terran Confederacy in the StarCraft universe. ...

A Great Prize

The Zerg had crushed the Terran forces on nine of the thirteen main Terran worlds, including Tarsonis. A Zerg Hydralisk The Zerg are a vaguely insectoid race in the fictional StarCraft universe. ... The Marines of the Terran Confederacy. ... Tarsonis was the capital of the Terran Confederacy in the StarCraft universe. ...

After the defeat of the Protoss over Tarsonis, Tassadar's forces and the Zerg fought over the core continent of the planet. However, the Protoss withdrew from the surface as they could not keep fending off the Zerg. An un-armored Protoss warrior, possibly Artanis. ... Tarsonis was the capital of the Terran Confederacy in the StarCraft universe. ... Tassadar is a fictional character in the StarCraft universe. ... A Zerg Hydralisk The Zerg are a vaguely insectoid race in the fictional StarCraft universe. ...

The only opposition left to the Zerg on Tarsonis were Omega Squadron, which had been so weakened it posed little threat. StarCraft is a real-time strategy computer game by Blizzard Entertainment. ... The StarCraft storyline is the history covering the fictional universe of StarCraft. ... StarCraft is a real-time strategy computer game by Blizzard Entertainment. ... The StarCraft storyline is the history covering the fictional universe of StarCraft. ... The StarCraft universe is a fictional universe in which the StarCraft series of computer games and books are set. ... StarCraft: Ghost StarCraft: Ghost is a tactical action game for video game consoles, currently under development by Blizzard Entertainment. ... The XelNaga are an ancient, cosmic race from the StarCraft universe—a fictional universe in which a series of computer games and books are set. ... An un-armored Protoss warrior, possibly Artanis. ... An un-armored Protoss warrior, possibly Artanis. ... A Zerg Hydralisk The Zerg are a vaguely insectoid race in the fictional StarCraft universe. ... Terrans are the name used for humans in the fictional StarCraft universe. ... The StarCraft Prequel is part of the StarCraft storyline -- the history of the in the fictional universe of StarCraft. ... StarCraft Episode 1 is part of the StarCraft storyline -- the history of the in the fictional universe of StarCraft. ... StarCraft Episode III is part of the StarCraft storyline -- the history of the fictional universe of StarCraft. ... StarCraft Expansion - Brood Wars Cover. ... StarCraft Episode IV is a continuation of the StarCraft storyline through the means of an expansion pack entitled StarCraft: Brood War. ... // Introduction StarCraft Episode V is part of the StarCraft storyline -- the history of the in the fictional universe of StarCraft. ... StarCraft Episode VI is part of the StarCraft storyline -- the history of the fictional universe of StarCraft. ... ...

Meanwhile the Zerg had acquired a chrysalis containing something very important. The Zerg which had performed the capture had belonged to the Jormungand Brood, but the Zerg Overmind created a new Cerebrate to control a new brood, whose sole purpose was to protect the chrysalis. The new Cerebrate was informed that the Overmind could reincarnate it if it "died". "If ever your flesh should fail, that flesh shall be made anew..." - Zerg Overmind to player A Zerg Brood (or Brood) is a formation of the Zerg race in the StarCraft universe — a fictional universe in which the StarCraft series of computer games and books are set. ... The Zerg Overmind, sometimes known simply as the Overmind, is a character in the StarCraft universe. ... Zerg Cerebrates are fictional characters from the StarCraft series of video games and books. ...

Its first priority was to defeat the remnants of Omega Squadron in order to prevent them from destroying the chrysalis. The Squadron was located by Zasz, the cunning Cerebrate of the Garm Brood. The Zerg were successful, leaving no Terran alive. The Overmind was pleased, and said that as long as its prize remained intact, it would remain pleased. Thus, it's life and that of the Cerebrate guarding it were made as one. Zasz is a Zerg Cerebrate and the leader of the Zerg Garm Brood in the StarCraft universe. ...

Egression

The Overmind decided to move the hive to the barren planet Char in order to keep the chrysalis safe, but doing so required the Zerg to clear a space platform over Tarsonis of the remnants of Tassadar's forces. With aid from senior Cerebrate Daggoth of the Tiamat Brood and his Hunter Killers (specialized Hydralisks), the new Zerg Brood was triumphant. Char is a planet in the StarCraft universe. ... Tassadar is a fictional character in the StarCraft universe. ... Daggoth is a Zerg Cerebrate and the leader of the Zerg Tiamat Brood in the StarCraft universe. ... A Zerg Brood (or Brood) is a formation of the Zerg race in the StarCraft universe — a fictional universe in which the StarCraft series of computer games and books are set. ... Zerg Hydralisk The Hydralisk, which derives its name from its serpentine body (hydra + basilisk), is a Zerg breed in Blizzard Entertainments real-time strategy game, StarCraft. ... Hydralisks are ranged assault units of the Zerg organism. ...

The Overmind created a rift into warp space, and the Zerg travelled through it to Char, an ash world with many hiding places. Char is a planet in the StarCraft universe. ...

Unsafe Refuge

As soon as the chrysalis arrived, it began to create problems. It had grown much larger and was creating powerful psionic emanations, directed at two Terrans - Arcturus Mengsk and Jim Raynor, for reasons which were, at that time, undisclosed. The Marines of the Terran Confederacy. ... Arcturus Mengsk is a character in the StarCraft universe. ... Jim Raynor is a fictional character in the StarCraft universe. ...

Mengsk sent General Edmund Duke with Terran Dominion forces to Char in order to retrieve the chrysalis and acquire the planet's resources for the new Dominion. Zasz was able to intercept Duke's communications and relay them to the Overmind. General Edmund Duke was the Terran Confederate officer in charge of Alpha Squadron, a military force in the fictional StarCraft universe. ... The Terran Dominion was created after the fall of the Confederacy at the height of the war between the Terrans, the Zerg and the Protoss. ... Zasz is a Zerg Cerebrate and the leader of the Zerg Garm Brood in the StarCraft universe. ...

General Duke was faced by fierce Zerg resistance, as the new Cerebrate tried its hardest to defend the chrysalis. He was eventually forced to retreat, but remained nearby. Daggoth ordered the new Cerebrate not to pursue, as the Tiamat Brood would take care of that battle. A Zerg Hydralisk The Zerg are a vaguely insectoid race in the fictional StarCraft universe. ... Daggoth is a Zerg Cerebrate and the leader of the Zerg Tiamat Brood in the StarCraft universe. ... A Zerg Brood (or Brood) is a formation of the Zerg race in the StarCraft universe — a fictional universe in which the StarCraft series of computer games and books are set. ...

Rise of a New Power

Jim Raynor was next. Taking a number of Raynor's Raiders with him, he arrived on Char just as the chrysalis was about to hatch. The Zerg once again defeated the Terran opposition, but during the battle the chrysalis split open, revealing the form of the Zerg's newest minion: Infested Kerrigan, the Queen of Blades! After crushing Raynor's forces and destroying his command center, Kerrigan explained to him that she sent the psionic dreams to him and Mengsk, hoping they would come to Char and rescue her, but they weren't able to do so, and now it was too late. Nevertheless she allowed Jim Raynor to escape with his life. Jim Raynor is a fictional character in the StarCraft universe. ... Raynors Raiders are a fictional unit of Terran troops in the StarCraft universe, led by Jim Raynor. ... Sarah Kerrigan—who calls herself the Queen of Blades—is a character in the fictional StarCraft universe. ... Char is a planet in the StarCraft universe. ...

Breakthrough

Infested Kerrigan was created as part of the Overmind's plan to use psionic Terrans to help him conquer the Protoss. Unfortunately, her psionic power had been weakened by the Terran Ghost conditioning she had undergone, which was so powerful it even survived the Zerg transformation process. Parapsychology is the study of the evidence involving phenomena where a person seems to affect or gain information about something through a means not currently explainable within the framework of mainstream, conventional science. ... The Marines of the Terran Confederacy. ... Ghost commandoes are covert operatives in the StarCraft universe. ...

Kerrigan set out to solve this problem. She believed she only needed to collect information on the Ghost conditioning process to relieve her condition. This information could be found on a Terran Dominion science vessel, the Amerigo. Zasz was displeased by her plan, as it was too risky, and if she died, the Zerg Overmind's efforts to acquire and transform her would be a failure. Kerrigan had retained the majority of her spirit, however, and ignored his advice. Ghost commandoes are covert operatives in the StarCraft universe. ... The Terran Dominion was created after the fall of the Confederacy at the height of the war between the Terrans, the Zerg and the Protoss. ... Zasz is a Zerg Cerebrate and the leader of the Zerg Garm Brood in the StarCraft universe. ... The Zerg Overmind, sometimes known simply as the Overmind, is a character in the StarCraft universe. ...

Onboard the Amerigo, she was accompanied by two of Daggoth's deadliest Hunter Killers. She fought the internal security forces, defeating them and even freeing some Zerglings which the Terrans were experimenting on. Finally she found the appropriate computer terminal and received the information she sought. Daggoth suggested leaving the Hunter Killers behind, as they would interfere with Terran efforts to recover the now empty vessel. Daggoth is a Zerg Cerebrate and the leader of the Zerg Tiamat Brood in the StarCraft universe. ... Zerg Hydralisk The Hydralisk, which derives its name from its serpentine body (hydra + basilisk), is a Zerg breed in Blizzard Entertainments real-time strategy game, StarCraft. ...

Later, special forces were sent to destroy the Amerigo, with the intention of escaping before the vessel detonated. However, they were set on by the Hunter Killers, and destroyed the Amerigo, taking the remaining Zerg with them.

Test of Wills

Kerrigan defeated the Ghost conditioning and her powers increased even further. She was able to detect the presence of Protoss on Char. Tassadar contacted her, and they agreed to a challenge. However, Zasz had detected something unusual about this Protoss, and told Kerrigan she should stay away. Again, Kerrigan would not follow his advice. An un-armored Protoss warrior, possibly Artanis. ... Tassadar is a fictional character in the StarCraft universe. ...

"For the last time, Zasz, you question my motives and authority at your own peril." - Infested Kerrigan to Zasz on Char

Kerrigan's forces disposed of the Protoss base, and she moved to the central area to challenge Tassadar to single combat. Unfortunately for her, Tassadar had only left an illusion as a distraction. Tassadar told her that she was so predictable, she was her own worst enemy. The furious Kerrigan was then informed by Daggoth that the Protoss had killed Zasz. Daggoth is a Zerg Cerebrate and the leader of the Zerg Tiamat Brood in the StarCraft universe. ... Zasz is a Zerg Cerebrate and the leader of the Zerg Garm Brood in the StarCraft universe. ...

Culling

Kerrigan suspected the Overmind would reincarnate Zasz, but Daggoth told her the Overmind had been somehow injured by the strange way Zasz had been killed, and could not speak. Meanwhile, Zasz's now leaderless Garm Brood was running amok and could threaten the primary Hive Clusters. Zasz is a Zerg Cerebrate and the leader of the Zerg Garm Brood in the StarCraft universe. ... A Zerg Brood (or Brood) is a formation of the Zerg race in the StarCraft universe — a fictional universe in which the StarCraft series of computer games and books are set. ...

The new Cerebrate was ordered to use his forces to destroy the Garm Brood, a task made easier by its lack of leadership.

A new breed, the Defiler, was tested for effectiveness on the Garm Brood. Defilers were created using DNA from all Zerg genera at that time, and resemble ambulatory Zerg larvae. Their complex genetic structure create a wide variety of acids, toxins, diseases and carcinogens which can be used to attack their enemies. The test was successful and the Garm were culled. The ambulatory (Med. ... For alternative meanings see acid (disambiguation). ... For a list of biologically injurious substances, including toxins and other materials, as well as their effects, see poison. ... A disease is any abnormal condition of the body or mind that causes discomfort, dysfunction, or distress to the person affected or those in contact with the person. ... In pathology, a carcinogen is any substance or agent that promotes cancer. ...

A Dangerous Enemy

With the destruction of the Garm the Zerg Overmind awoke and related some very important information. Zasz had been slain by a Dark Templar named Zeratul. Dark Templar used cosmic energies similar to those of the Overmind, and as a result the Overmind could not reincarnate a Cerebrate that has been killed by this method. They could also hide themselves psionically, making it difficult for the Zerg to detect them. However, Overlords and Cerebrates were capable of sensing their presence and leading troops to attack them. The Zerg Overmind, sometimes known simply as the Overmind, is a character in the StarCraft universe. ... A Dark Templar is a member of a group of Protoss in the StarCraft universe. ... Zeratul is a Protoss character in the fictional Starcraft universe. ... A Dark Templar is a member of a group of Protoss in the StarCraft universe. ... Zerg Cerebrates are fictional characters from the StarCraft series of video games and books. ...

However, when Zeratul stabbed Zasz with his warp blade, the Overmind was able to contact his mind and read everything that was within. It now had gained knowledge of the location of Aiur, the homeworld of the Protoss, in a manner usable to it. Categories: Stub | Protoss | StarCraft planets ...

Instead of following its original plan to send Infested Kerrigan to Aiur to help conquer the Protoss, she was tasked with hunting down and killing the Dark Templar on Char. Kerrigan tracked down the main Protoss base and surrounded the escape routes with Overlords, who could detect them. Then the Zerg main forces moved in, destroying the base and all Protoss within. However, neither Tassadar nor Zeratul were present. Sarah Louise[1] Kerrigan— who is styled the Queen of Blades in her role as mistress of the Zerg Swarms— is a major character in the fictional StarCraft universe. ... Char is a planet in the StarCraft universe. ... Tassadar is a fictional character in the StarCraft universe. ... Zeratul is a Protoss character in the fictional Starcraft universe. ...

The Overmind, however, did not want to wait for its conquest of the Protoss. Leaving Kerrigan behind on Char, it created a giant warp rift and took the majority of the extended Zerg Swarm with it to Aiur. The Zerg are an alien race in the StarCraft universe. ... Categories: Stub | Protoss | StarCraft planets ...

The Overmind promptly launched its invasion force onto Aiur with the assistance of many Cerebrates including its newest one. The Overmind's attack was not mindless, however. Without revealing the reasons why, it ordered the new Cerebrate to acquire a Khaydarin Crystal, which was protected by the Shelak Tribe and other Protoss. The force which defended the Crystals, called the "Vanguard of Aiur", was much larger than the Expeditionary Force which the Zerg had fought before. Nonetheless the Zerg defeated the Vanguard of Aiur and acquired the crystal. Khaydarin Crystals are monolithic artifacts and psionic technology in the StarCraft universe. ... The Judicator Caste is a collection of Protoss tribes in the fictional StarCraft universe. ...

The Grand Experiment

Finally, the Zerg Overmind was willing to reveal its plan to the Cerebrates. It had been created by the Xel'Naga, as the Protoss had been empowered by them, and is going to add the Protoss to the Zerg Swarm as it had many previous species it had encountered. However, the Protoss had a powerful purity of form, just as the Zerg had a powerful purity of essence. Adding Protoss to the Zerg Swarm would give the Zerg both purity of form and essence. The Overmind felt this will make the Zerg "perfect". The Zerg Overmind, sometimes known simply as the Overmind, is a character in the StarCraft universe. ... The XelNaga are an ancient, cosmic race from the StarCraft universe—a fictional universe in which a series of computer games and books are set. ... An un-armored Protoss warrior, possibly Artanis. ... The Zerg are an alien race in the StarCraft universe. ...

In order to physically manifest on Aiur, the Overmind needed to establish itself on a powerful nexus of cosmic energy, found underneath an ancient Protoss Temple which marked the spot where the Xel'Naga first set foot on Aiur. To do so, it needed the Temple to be cleared and the Khaydarin Crystal placed over the nexus. Categories: Stub | Protoss | StarCraft planets ... The XelNaga are a race in the StarCraft universe which have vanished (or gone to sleep) countless ages ago. ... The XelNaga are an ancient, cosmic race from the StarCraft universe—a fictional universe in which a series of computer games and books are set. ... Khaydarin Crystals are monolithic artifacts and psionic technology in the StarCraft universe. ...

As the Temple was a very important location for the Protoss, destroying it would grant the Zerg an important psychological victory as well. Again the Vanguard of Aiur defended this important resource, this time with help from the Ara Tribe, which acted as a reserve. The Judicator Caste is a collection of Protoss tribes in the fictional StarCraft universe. ...

The Zerg slowly forced their path towards the Temple, destroying all Protoss defenders along the way. As they attacked the Temple, the Ara Tribe launched their last desperate defense of it. It failed. The Zerg cleared the Temple area and implanted the Khaydarin Crsytal. The Judicator Caste is a collection of Protoss tribes in the fictional StarCraft universe. ...

Shortly afterwards, the Overmind dived upon Aiur like a bomb. The Zerg conquest of Aiur had begun.

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References

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