Golem Dispatch - Complete Guide to Golem Units

By Dispatch Strategy Team
Published: November 9, 2024
Last Updated: November 9, 2024
8 min read

What are Golem Units in Dispatch?

Golem units represent the heavy-hitter archetype in Dispatch's tactical roster. These heroes are characterized by exceptional Strength stats (8-10), high durability, and abilities that amplify their combat effectiveness. While slower than Speed-focused heroes, Golems excel in absorbing damage and dealing devastating blows in combat missions.

💡 Quick Tip: Golem units are essential for high-difficulty combat missions where raw Strength is required. Pair them with Speed heroes for balanced team compositions.

Top Golem Heroes in Dispatch

🛡️ Titan - The Ultimate Tank

Base Stats: Strength 10, Speed 5, Tech 3
Primary Ability: "Unbreakable" - Reduces injury risk by 30% on Combat missions
Best Mission Types: Combat, Riot Control, Hostage Rescue
Synergies: Pairs well with Blaze (Speed 7) or Shadow (Speed 9) for tank-DPS combos
Strategic Tip: Deploy Titan as the primary tank in 2-3 hero combat missions. His high Strength absorbs enemy focus while teammates deal damage.

⚔️ Guardian - Balanced Golem

Base Stats: Strength 9, Negotiation 7, Speed 6
Primary Ability: "Protector" - +15% success on Hostage missions
Best Mission Types: Hostage Rescue, Negotiation, Combat
Synergies: Excellent with Diplomat (Negotiation 10) for hybrid combat-negotiation missions
Strategic Tip: Guardian's versatility makes him ideal for missions requiring both combat readiness and diplomatic skills. Use him when mission requirements span multiple skill categories.

💪 Crusher - Offensive Golem

Base Stats: Strength 9, Speed 7, Tech 4
Primary Ability: "Overwhelming Force" - +20% damage on Combat missions
Flaw: "Reckless" - +10% collateral damage risk
Best Mission Types: Pure Combat missions where collateral damage is acceptable
Strategic Tip: Deploy Crusher only when mission parameters allow for aggressive tactics. Avoid using him in populated areas or missions with strict collateral damage limits.

Optimal Golem Team Compositions

1. Tank + DPS Combo (Recommended)

Team: Titan (Golem) + Shadow (Speed 9, Stealth 8)

Mission Types: Combat, Assault Operations

Strategy: Titan absorbs damage and controls enemy positioning while Shadow flanks and eliminates high-value targets. This is the classic tank-DPS archetype optimized for 2-hero combat missions.

2. Balanced Force (Multi-Objective)

Team: Guardian (Golem) + Oracle (Tech 8, Negotiation 8) + Detective (Investigation 10)

Mission Types: Complex missions requiring Combat + Investigation + Negotiation

Strategy: Guardian provides combat security while specialists handle technical and investigative objectives. Use this composition for missions with 3+ skill requirements.

3. Double Golem Formation (High-Risk Combat)

Team: Titan (Golem) + Crusher (Golem) + Blaze (Speed 7, Strength 8)

Mission Types: Extreme-difficulty combat missions

Strategy: Overwhelming force approach. Use only when mission requirements demand Strength 15+ total and collateral damage is acceptable. Not recommended for stealth or precision operations.

When NOT to Use Golem Units

  • Stealth Missions: Golems typically have low Stealth stats (2-4). Deploying them on infiltration missions drastically increases detection risk.
  • Tech/Hacking Operations: Most Golem units have Tech stats below 5, making them unsuitable for cyber operations or technical missions.
  • Speed-Critical Missions: Pursuit or time-sensitive operations require Speed 8+. Golem units' low Speed stats (4-6) will reduce success rates significantly.
  • Precision Operations: Missions requiring minimal collateral damage should avoid Golems with "Reckless" or similar flaws.
  • Small Team Missions (1 hero): Solo missions benefit more from versatile heroes. Golems' specialization limits their effectiveness when deployed alone.

Golem Upgrade Strategy

Upgrading Golem units requires strategic stat allocation to maximize their tanking potential while minimizing weaknesses.

✅ Priority Upgrades

  • Strength: Always max first (aim for 10/10)
  • Speed: Upgrade to 6-7 for acceptable mobility
  • Negotiation: For versatile Golems like Guardian, upgrade to 8+

⚠️ Avoid These Upgrades

  • Stealth: Golem units will never be stealth-viable. Don't waste points.
  • Tech: Unless critical for your roster, avoid investing in Tech for Golems
  • Investigation: Specialist heroes handle this better. Focus on combat strengths.

Quick Reference: Golem Units

CharacteristicDetails
Primary RoleTank / Heavy Combat
Best Stat RangeStrength 8-10
Optimal Team Size2-3 heroes (with Speed DPS support)
Mission TypesCombat, Hostage Rescue, Riot Control
AvoidStealth, Tech, Solo missions
Top SynergiesSpeed heroes (Shadow, Blaze), Negotiators (Diplomat)

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