batriders

Batriders are a fictional species from the video game Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos and its expansion The Frozen Throne. They are aerial units that serve the Orcish Horde, primarily as scouts and disruptors. Batriders are depicted as small, goblin-like creatures riding on the backs of large, winged bats. Their primary attack is the ability to throw bombs, which deal area-of-effect damage, making them effective against clustered enemy units. They also possess an acidic spray ability that can damage buildings and reduce their armor.

In the lore of Warcraft, batriders are often associated with the Burning Blade clan of Orcs. Their small size and agility, coupled with their aerial mobility, make them difficult targets to hit for many ground-based units. However, they are relatively fragile and can be quickly destroyed by ranged attacks or other aerial units. Their bomb attack has a significant cooldown, requiring players to use it strategically. Despite their small stature, batriders play a crucial role in the Orcish army's composition, providing much-needed ranged damage and harassment capabilities from above. Their unique combination of speed and explosive potential makes them a memorable unit in the Warcraft III roster.