teh_perfesser
01-21-2008, 11:17 PM
I've noticed a lot of folks new folks hoping on the forums here in recent days (myself included!) and many seem confused over what information is new or old or even what information is out there. I've decided to start this little consolidation of post as a one-stop shop for links relating to Zealots.
Hopefully this will help any new future Zealots get off on the right foot.
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Mythic's Official Zealot Description
"He is Tzeentch! The Changer of Ways! The Raven God! The Lord of Mutation! He is the master of all that changes, and the changer of all that remains! His will is Chaos, and all the creatures of Chaos are but fleeting thoughts in his vast mind!"
– Drang The Preacher, Zealot
The Ruinous Powers have many gifts to offer their mortal followers and enemies alike – some of them quite terrible, but some of them powerful indeed. Zealots are among the most devout of the followers of the gods of Chaos, and as such it is they who are called upon to convey the will of the powers to their minions. It is Zealots who mark the followers of their patron deity, and who are charged with spreading their faith to the vulnerable and needy masses. They are not the subtle cultist, but the zealous preachers, and they offer open obedience to their dark masters.
Zealot Specialty
The Zealot deals in symbols. He channels the power of his master through fetishes and totems, and can place the symbols of Chaos on friend and foe alike. Those glyphs placed on Chaos’s loyal followers are called Marks, and can grant entirely new abilities. Those placed on the Zealot’s enemy are called Harbingers, and cause lasting affliction. The Harbingers are well named however, for their full potential is not immediately realized. Using powerful ritual magic, a Zealot can rob the subject of his Harbinger of life and spirit, draining it away to empower the Marks he has placed upon his allies with extraordinary abilities.
Playing as a Zealot
As a Zealot, your task is a complex one. You must prepare your allies for battle, and see that their Marks are set or re-set according to their shifting needs. You must also think offensively, for it is through your use of Harbingers which you are able to both effectively support and magnify the power of your allies, and crush the strength of your enemy. As a spell caster, you must be cautious, but because of your interlinked abilities, you must not be too conservative. If you hold back too much, or try to focus on only one aspect of your powers, all your abilities will be less than they could be.
Fighting the Zealot
The best way to deal with a zealot is by disrupting the complex network of interconnected effects and abilities which can make him so powerful. There are several ways to do this, the most obvious being the use of magic which helps protect you from his Harbingers or strips Marks from his allies. Alternatively, you might wish to attack the Zealot as a priority, but he is hardly the soft target that he might appear to be. You must weigh this option against the possibility that his allies will gain a critical edge while you attempt to eliminate the Zealot himself.
Zealot Look
* Essentially unarmored, in heavy robes and other ritual vestments and regalia
* Wields sacrificial daggers and other wicked instruments of pain.
* Carries many talismans, fetishes, and other occult paraphernalia about his person
Zealot General Information
War-Resource.com Zealot Information (http://www.war-resource.com/careers/zealot.php)
War-Resource.com's Zealot page. It is getting out of date--the website updates have ground to a halt but it's still a good overview.
Idiot Savant's Zealot Compilation (http://www.idiotsavantguild.net/viewtopic.php?t=247) (thanks Drunkmime!)
Idiot Savant guild's Zealot class discussion thread--may contain strong language. It's a great one-stop shop with some screen captures and videos not linked here (for now!)
Warhammerinfo.com's Zealot Page (http://warhammerinfo.com/c-zealot.shtml) (thanks silex!)
Basic Zealot information page with an outstanding Ability/Morale/Tactics list (most up to date list I know of).
Aqualisk's E for All Zealot Review (http://www.warhammeralliance.com/forums/showthread.php?t=20592)
Warhammer Alliance forum member Aqualisk had a chance to play a Zealot at E for All and shares his impressions of the class here.
Spell List from May 2007 (http://www.warhammeralliance.com/forums/showthread.php?t=11968)
Zealot Concept Art
Talismans and Fetishes 1 (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/...Art0907_03.jpg) 2 (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/...Art0907_04.jpg) 3 (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/...Art0907_05.jpg) 4 (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/...Art0907_06.jpg) 5 (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/...Art0907_07.jpg) Source (http://www.warhammeralliance.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22936)
Appearance Tier 2 (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/us/media/images/conceptArt/WARca0207_26.jpg) (?), Tier 3 Male (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/us/media/images/conceptArt/12192006_17.jpg), Tier 3 Female (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/us/media/images/conceptArt/12192006_18.jpg), Tier 4 (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/us/media/conceptArt/ConArt20070905_01.jpg)
Witch Hunter vs Zealot Full Sized (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/us/media/images/AoW_Concept_Final_WvsZ.jpg) Widescreen Wallpaper (http://www.warhammeronline.com/english/media/wallpaper/full/WAR_wl_0507w_03.jpg) Regular Wallpaper (http://www.warhammeronline.com/english/media/wallpaper/full/WAR_wl_0507_03.jpg) (P.S. Zealot wins)
Zealot Screenshots
Zealot (with Magus and Chosen) Tier 1 (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/us/media/screenshots/Screens20070905_03.jpg), Zealot (with Magus and Chosen) Tier 3 (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/us/media/screenshots/Screens20070905_04.jpg), Zealot with Skull (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/us/media/screenshots/Screens20070905_11.jpg), Female Zealot with Skull (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/us/media/images/screenshots/ss_june8_10.jpg), Zealot vs Warrior Priest (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/us/media/images/screenshots/ss_june8_15.jpg), Zealot and Norse Boat (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/us/media/images/screenshots/20070515_ss_zealot.jpg), Female Zealot and Norse Boat (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/us/media/images/screenshots/0307_SS_019.jpg), Tier 1 Zealot with Skull (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/us/media/images/screenshots/0307_SS_017.jpg), Female Tier 1 Zealot (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/us/media/images/screenshots/0307_SS_018.jpg)
Zealot Videos
Zealot Tier 4 RvR (Drimsun) Part 1 (3:51) YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-9unhHI9Qk&feature=related)
Zealot Tier 4 RvR (Drimsun) Part 2 (4:01) YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QwiBEv5b_o&feature=related)
A nice short video of a tier 4 equiped Zealot in an RvR scenario. Good demonstration of Ground Targetable Area of Effect spells (GTAOE -- Rituals in this case).
New Zealot Gameplay Part 1 (5:14) YouTube Part 1 (http://pop.youtube.com/watch?v=mHRColavNEY)
New Zealot Gameplay Part 2 (5:01) YouTube Part 2 (http://pop.youtube.com/watch?v=fL7DcFA4R0s)
Newbie area walk around. Not much action.
Zealot Stonetroll Crossing RvR (12:56) Curse (http://war.curse.com/videos/details/590/) FileFront (http://files.filefront.com/Zealot+RvRzip/;8311589;/fileinfo.html) (10:02)YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0mZ9c75-9x8)
A tier 3 Zealot in an RvR scenario. Tactic and morale selection is shown. The FileFront version is the more clear of the two full versions, but it is still very difficult to make out tactic / morale ability names. The YouTube version has the first 3 minutes cut out and music added.
Zealot "He looks Scottish" (0:40) YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yQ183QfiLXo&feature=related)
Part of a demonstration given by Paul. "Throws his own blood at people, he's a psycho... probably Scottish. He looks Scottish doesn't he?"
Zealot RvR Games Day Atlanta (5:47) YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r_u_7hcfw-Y)
Not much action but shows a lot of the interface (as of April 2007)
Zealot Just Running Around (1:18) YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=INuobQX8Pb4&mode=related&search=)
A just starting out Zealot. Commentary is in French.
Starting Zealot (7:04) Website (http://war.mystics.de/?module=news&id=18893) Download(wmv) (ftp://ftp.mystics.de/Warhammer%20Online/Videos/rpc2007-1.wmv)
Newbie Zealot. Shows quest interface and Tome of Knowledge.
Scenario Zones (1:01) YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AJd6m5Yc3hA&feature=related)
Just a Zealot running through some of the RvR scenario zones.
Newsletter Exclusive (3:24) YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYv6R03_AoU&feature=related)
Zealot introduction and Paul with apple juice.
Animation Test (3:17) YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S_-tAmbyPI4&feature=related)
Test footage of a variety of Zealot animations. Last 1:17 is bonus animation footage of a wolf mount.
Animation Podcast (7:15) Podcast (http://www.warhammeronline.com/english/media/podcast/files/pp_Animation.html)
Mythic's podcast demostrating the animation process. The Zealot is the example character used.
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Please feel free to add or correct anything; I will update as updates come in (videos, links, good threads any information will help). It's much appreciated as I know I've missed a few things.
Hopefully this will help any new future Zealots get off on the right foot.
___________________________________________
Mythic's Official Zealot Description
"He is Tzeentch! The Changer of Ways! The Raven God! The Lord of Mutation! He is the master of all that changes, and the changer of all that remains! His will is Chaos, and all the creatures of Chaos are but fleeting thoughts in his vast mind!"
– Drang The Preacher, Zealot
The Ruinous Powers have many gifts to offer their mortal followers and enemies alike – some of them quite terrible, but some of them powerful indeed. Zealots are among the most devout of the followers of the gods of Chaos, and as such it is they who are called upon to convey the will of the powers to their minions. It is Zealots who mark the followers of their patron deity, and who are charged with spreading their faith to the vulnerable and needy masses. They are not the subtle cultist, but the zealous preachers, and they offer open obedience to their dark masters.
Zealot Specialty
The Zealot deals in symbols. He channels the power of his master through fetishes and totems, and can place the symbols of Chaos on friend and foe alike. Those glyphs placed on Chaos’s loyal followers are called Marks, and can grant entirely new abilities. Those placed on the Zealot’s enemy are called Harbingers, and cause lasting affliction. The Harbingers are well named however, for their full potential is not immediately realized. Using powerful ritual magic, a Zealot can rob the subject of his Harbinger of life and spirit, draining it away to empower the Marks he has placed upon his allies with extraordinary abilities.
Playing as a Zealot
As a Zealot, your task is a complex one. You must prepare your allies for battle, and see that their Marks are set or re-set according to their shifting needs. You must also think offensively, for it is through your use of Harbingers which you are able to both effectively support and magnify the power of your allies, and crush the strength of your enemy. As a spell caster, you must be cautious, but because of your interlinked abilities, you must not be too conservative. If you hold back too much, or try to focus on only one aspect of your powers, all your abilities will be less than they could be.
Fighting the Zealot
The best way to deal with a zealot is by disrupting the complex network of interconnected effects and abilities which can make him so powerful. There are several ways to do this, the most obvious being the use of magic which helps protect you from his Harbingers or strips Marks from his allies. Alternatively, you might wish to attack the Zealot as a priority, but he is hardly the soft target that he might appear to be. You must weigh this option against the possibility that his allies will gain a critical edge while you attempt to eliminate the Zealot himself.
Zealot Look
* Essentially unarmored, in heavy robes and other ritual vestments and regalia
* Wields sacrificial daggers and other wicked instruments of pain.
* Carries many talismans, fetishes, and other occult paraphernalia about his person
Zealot General Information
War-Resource.com Zealot Information (http://www.war-resource.com/careers/zealot.php)
War-Resource.com's Zealot page. It is getting out of date--the website updates have ground to a halt but it's still a good overview.
Idiot Savant's Zealot Compilation (http://www.idiotsavantguild.net/viewtopic.php?t=247) (thanks Drunkmime!)
Idiot Savant guild's Zealot class discussion thread--may contain strong language. It's a great one-stop shop with some screen captures and videos not linked here (for now!)
Warhammerinfo.com's Zealot Page (http://warhammerinfo.com/c-zealot.shtml) (thanks silex!)
Basic Zealot information page with an outstanding Ability/Morale/Tactics list (most up to date list I know of).
Aqualisk's E for All Zealot Review (http://www.warhammeralliance.com/forums/showthread.php?t=20592)
Warhammer Alliance forum member Aqualisk had a chance to play a Zealot at E for All and shares his impressions of the class here.
Spell List from May 2007 (http://www.warhammeralliance.com/forums/showthread.php?t=11968)
Zealot Concept Art
Talismans and Fetishes 1 (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/...Art0907_03.jpg) 2 (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/...Art0907_04.jpg) 3 (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/...Art0907_05.jpg) 4 (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/...Art0907_06.jpg) 5 (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/...Art0907_07.jpg) Source (http://www.warhammeralliance.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22936)
Appearance Tier 2 (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/us/media/images/conceptArt/WARca0207_26.jpg) (?), Tier 3 Male (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/us/media/images/conceptArt/12192006_17.jpg), Tier 3 Female (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/us/media/images/conceptArt/12192006_18.jpg), Tier 4 (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/us/media/conceptArt/ConArt20070905_01.jpg)
Witch Hunter vs Zealot Full Sized (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/us/media/images/AoW_Concept_Final_WvsZ.jpg) Widescreen Wallpaper (http://www.warhammeronline.com/english/media/wallpaper/full/WAR_wl_0507w_03.jpg) Regular Wallpaper (http://www.warhammeronline.com/english/media/wallpaper/full/WAR_wl_0507_03.jpg) (P.S. Zealot wins)
Zealot Screenshots
Zealot (with Magus and Chosen) Tier 1 (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/us/media/screenshots/Screens20070905_03.jpg), Zealot (with Magus and Chosen) Tier 3 (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/us/media/screenshots/Screens20070905_04.jpg), Zealot with Skull (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/us/media/screenshots/Screens20070905_11.jpg), Female Zealot with Skull (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/us/media/images/screenshots/ss_june8_10.jpg), Zealot vs Warrior Priest (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/us/media/images/screenshots/ss_june8_15.jpg), Zealot and Norse Boat (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/us/media/images/screenshots/20070515_ss_zealot.jpg), Female Zealot and Norse Boat (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/us/media/images/screenshots/0307_SS_019.jpg), Tier 1 Zealot with Skull (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/us/media/images/screenshots/0307_SS_017.jpg), Female Tier 1 Zealot (http://mythicmktg.fileburst.com/war/us/media/images/screenshots/0307_SS_018.jpg)
Zealot Videos
Zealot Tier 4 RvR (Drimsun) Part 1 (3:51) YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-9unhHI9Qk&feature=related)
Zealot Tier 4 RvR (Drimsun) Part 2 (4:01) YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QwiBEv5b_o&feature=related)
A nice short video of a tier 4 equiped Zealot in an RvR scenario. Good demonstration of Ground Targetable Area of Effect spells (GTAOE -- Rituals in this case).
New Zealot Gameplay Part 1 (5:14) YouTube Part 1 (http://pop.youtube.com/watch?v=mHRColavNEY)
New Zealot Gameplay Part 2 (5:01) YouTube Part 2 (http://pop.youtube.com/watch?v=fL7DcFA4R0s)
Newbie area walk around. Not much action.
Zealot Stonetroll Crossing RvR (12:56) Curse (http://war.curse.com/videos/details/590/) FileFront (http://files.filefront.com/Zealot+RvRzip/;8311589;/fileinfo.html) (10:02)YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0mZ9c75-9x8)
A tier 3 Zealot in an RvR scenario. Tactic and morale selection is shown. The FileFront version is the more clear of the two full versions, but it is still very difficult to make out tactic / morale ability names. The YouTube version has the first 3 minutes cut out and music added.
Zealot "He looks Scottish" (0:40) YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yQ183QfiLXo&feature=related)
Part of a demonstration given by Paul. "Throws his own blood at people, he's a psycho... probably Scottish. He looks Scottish doesn't he?"
Zealot RvR Games Day Atlanta (5:47) YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r_u_7hcfw-Y)
Not much action but shows a lot of the interface (as of April 2007)
Zealot Just Running Around (1:18) YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=INuobQX8Pb4&mode=related&search=)
A just starting out Zealot. Commentary is in French.
Starting Zealot (7:04) Website (http://war.mystics.de/?module=news&id=18893) Download(wmv) (ftp://ftp.mystics.de/Warhammer%20Online/Videos/rpc2007-1.wmv)
Newbie Zealot. Shows quest interface and Tome of Knowledge.
Scenario Zones (1:01) YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AJd6m5Yc3hA&feature=related)
Just a Zealot running through some of the RvR scenario zones.
Newsletter Exclusive (3:24) YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYv6R03_AoU&feature=related)
Zealot introduction and Paul with apple juice.
Animation Test (3:17) YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S_-tAmbyPI4&feature=related)
Test footage of a variety of Zealot animations. Last 1:17 is bonus animation footage of a wolf mount.
Animation Podcast (7:15) Podcast (http://www.warhammeronline.com/english/media/podcast/files/pp_Animation.html)
Mythic's podcast demostrating the animation process. The Zealot is the example character used.
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Please feel free to add or correct anything; I will update as updates come in (videos, links, good threads any information will help). It's much appreciated as I know I've missed a few things.