- March of Giants characters: Six crowd control Giants define the CC roster in closed alpha.
- Strika & Crag: Melee tanks that gain power near allied structures like bunkers and outposts.
- Blacksmith: Farming-focused tank whose combo of Blast Furnace, Fields of Fire, and Foundry Fury deals massive damage.
- Kraken: Ritual-based ranged controller with pulls, slows, and fear effects.
- Goliath warning: Widely considered overtuned, his soldier-swarm build melts enemies.
Crowd Control Characters Overview
March of Giants characters fall into several roles, and the crowd control roster is where fights get decided. These six Giants—Strika, Crag, Blacksmith, Kraken, Brother Light, and Goliath—specialize in locking down enemies through stuns, slows, pulls, and disruptive zones. Note that the game is still in closed alpha, so abilities and numbers may shift before wider release.
Video Highlights:
- Strika's passive shields nearby allied buildings as long as she stays close
- Crag gains stacking damage reduction near allied structures
- Blacksmith generates supplies from basic attacks on buildings and Giants
- Kraken's rituals supercharge every ability in his kit
- Goliath's soldier-swarm build is currently considered broken by alpha testers
| Giant | Role | Range | Core CC Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strika | Melee Tank | Melee | Stun, pull, shield drain |
| Crag | Melee Tank | Melee | Stun, ground disruption |
| Blacksmith | Tank / Farmer | Melee | Stun on marked targets, zone ignition |
| Kraken | Ranged Support | Ranged | Pull, slow, fear |
| Brother Light | Ranged Healer | Ranged | Stun zone, conversion, slow wave |
| Goliath | Support / Bruiser | Ranged | Soldier swarm, slow, reveal |
All information reflects the closed alpha build of March of Giants. Ability names, damage values, and mechanics are likely to change as the game approaches broader release.
Melee Tanks: Strika, Crag, and Blacksmith
The melee tanks all share a structure-synergy identity but express it differently.
Strika
- Passive: Electric current shields nearby allied buildings
- Q Harpoon Punch: Dash, damage, and stun a target
- W Shockwave Slam: AoE slow that feeds back into her shield
- E Survivor Shield: Beam that protects an ally or strips an enemy
- Ult Galvanize: EM field that stuns and pulls enemies inward
Crag
- Passive Betrayer's Vigor: Stacking damage reduction near structures
- Q Barrel Charge: Forward dash forcing stunning collisions
- W Shattered Earth: Liquefying stomp that disrupts the ground
- E Monstrous Presence: Custom cannons heal or protect allies
- Ult Traitor's Freedom: Stun nearby enemies, then rampage with resistance
Blacksmith
- Passive: Basic attacks on buildings and Giants yield supplies
- Q Foundry Fury: Crucible slam; grants stacking damage reduction
- W Fields of Fire: Ignites enemies; detonates when hit by Foundry Fury
- E Blast Furnace: Piercing magma that marks targets for bonus damage and stuns
- Ult War Forge Crucible: Destructible relic granting invulnerability inside
| Build Priority | Strika | Crag | Blacksmith |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skill focus | Shield skills | Cooldown reduction | AoE scaling |
| Positioning | Hug allied structures | Roam between bunkers | Hold a lane with defenses |
| Combo pattern | Shield, engage, ult pull | Charge, stomp, ult rampage | Blast Furnace > Fields of Fire > Foundry Fury |
| Threat level | ★★★ | ★★★ | ★★★★ |
Blacksmith's three-hit combo—Blast Furnace into Fields of Fire, then Foundry Fury to detonate the burning zone—produces one of the largest damage bursts in the alpha. Set up bunkers first so your lane stays covered while you cycle the combo.
Ranged Controllers: Kraken and Brother Light
Kraken turns the battlefield into a ritual network. His passive, Eldritch Ritual, enhances his abilities whenever rituals are placed nearby. Ritual of Madness, performed by cultists, boosts speed, power, and cooldown recovery. Void Spirit launches an explosive orb that gains extra impacts when fed by rituals, while Tentacle Grasp yanks enemies toward you with added slow and piercing. His ultimate, Eldritch Ascension, inspires fear and makes him immune to charges—and sacrificing rituals extends its duration.
Brother Light is the roster's healer-controller hybrid. Faith of the Fighters regenerates energy whenever allied soldiers attack enemy Giants, creating a loop: deploy troops, regain energy, spam skills.
| Ability | Effect | Ritual/Soldier Synergy |
|---|---|---|
| Void Spirit | Explosive orb, AoE damage | Extra impacts near rituals |
| Tentacle Grasp | Long-range pull with damage | Slow and piercing near rituals |
| Eldritch Ascension | Fear aura, charge immunity | Sacrifice rituals to extend |
| Warden's Judgment | Heal or damage beam | Stronger with more soldiers |
| Holy Conversion | Steal enemy troops, grant invulnerability | Directly converts enemy armies |
| Bell of Eternity | Ground zone, damage and center stun | Pairs with soldier pushes |
| Wave of Absolution | Healing wave, slows enemies | Rallied soldiers amplify effect |
Kraken rewards pre-planning: place rituals before a fight starts, and every ability in his kit gains bonus effects. Brother Light rewards aggression with soldiers—the more troops you keep on the field, the harder his skills hit and heal.
Goliath: The Alpha's Most Feared Giant
Goliath is labeled a support, but alpha testing tells a different story. His Veteran's Might passive periodically supercharges his basic attacks, and rallying soldiers shortens the interval between these exceptional hits.
| Ability | Effect |
|---|---|
| Battle Mark | Targeted shot that reveals and marks enemies for increased damage |
| War Cry | Rally soldiers to aid Goliath and allies, slows enemy soldiers |
| Goliath Express | Hurl troop-filled transports that deal damage and release soldiers |
| Comrades Call (Ult) | Spawn soldiers; allies shake off enemy soldiers and cannot be charged |
The strength comes from stacking: War Cry and Goliath Express flood the field with soldiers, Comrades Call adds more, and Veteran's Might converts each rally into faster supercharged attacks. When the swarm charges, soldiers latch onto enemies and melt them.
Community consensus in the closed alpha flags Goliath as overtuned—a "bulldozer" rather than the support he's classified as. Expect nerfs in future patches, and enjoy the dominance while it lasts.
How to Choose Your Main: Step-by-Step
Identify Your Preferred Range
If you like being in the enemy's face, pick Strika, Crag, or Blacksmith. If you prefer controlling fights from a distance, Kraken, Brother Light, or Goliath fit better.
Match the Giant to Your Build Habit
Strika wants shield skills from the war shell, Crag wants cooldown and AoE scaling, Brother Light wants range and AoE. Choose the one whose stat priorities you enjoy stacking.
Learn the Core Combo
Practice each Giant's bread-and-butter sequence, such as Blacksmith's Blast Furnace > Fields of Fire > Foundry Fury detonation or Kraken's ritual setup before engagements.
Build Around Structures and Soldiers
Both melee tanks and Brother Light scale with allied buildings and troops. Keep bunkers and outposts active to maximize passives.
Adapt to Balance Patches
Alpha numbers change frequently. Recheck ability tooltips each patch, especially for outliers like Goliath.
Crowd Control Mastery Goals:
- Learn one melee tank's full combo
- Place three rituals before every fight as Kraken
- Keep soldiers deployed to fuel Brother Light's energy
- Trigger a full Foundry Fury detonation as Blacksmith
- Test Goliath's soldier-swarm build before it gets adjusted
For raw lane control, pick Blacksmith. For team sustain, Brother Light. For sheer alpha-era power, Goliath remains the strongest pick until balance changes arrive.
FAQ
Q: What are the crowd control characters in March of Giants?
The CC roster includes Strika, Crag, Blacksmith, Kraken, Brother Light, and Goliath. Each brings stuns, slows, pulls, or disruption through zones and soldier swarms.
Q: Is Goliath actually a support in March of Giants?
He is classified as support, but alpha testing shows his soldier-swarm build makes him play like a bruiser. His rallies, combined with the Veteran's Might passive, let his charges melt enemies quickly.
Q: Which crowd control character is best for beginners?
Strika and Crag are the most straightforward melee tanks, rewarding simple positioning near allied structures. Blacksmith is also forgiving thanks to her supply-generating passive and defensive ultimate.
Q: Will these March of Giants characters change after the alpha?
Very likely. The game is in closed alpha, and ability names, values, and mechanics are expected to shift before wider release. Goliath in particular is widely expected to receive balance adjustments.