WW3
The Thunder That Breaks the Frontline
Introducing Aleksei “Grom” Volkov, a top-tier armored officer forged for commanders who demand unstoppable momentum on the ground. Grom empowers all armored branch units and even mechanized infantry with exceptional offensive and defensive bonuses. His signature strength is his Leadership Aura, enabling him to coordinate multiple stacks into a unified armored spearhead.
Grom’s raw power does not require him to be exposed on the frontline. While he can fight directly, he’s even more effective just behind the heaviest units, amplifying their battlefield impact.
Grom excels in armies built around Tank Destroyers, AFVs, MBTs, and Mechanized Infantry, massively boosting their damage output and durability across large engagements. On defense, he keeps armored groups alive longer and ensures reinforcements recover quickly under pressure, especially when Tank Destroyers hold urban chokepoints.
Grom may not wear the title of infantry officer, but he more than earns his place on the front line. His powerful, far-reaching buffs give him the scalability and toughness to rival Chupacabra, making him a versatile asset for any commander pursuing a true combined-arms strategy.
A Force Multiplier for Armored Warfare
Grom enhances all armored units within his aura, increasing their Attack and Defense significantly. His own stack gains additional Speed and an impressive Healing Rate bonus, turning him into a mobile headquarters for sustained armored assaults.
As Grom levels up, he becomes even more potent:
- Massive scaling Attack & Defense buffs
- Rapid healing for his own stack
- Faster armored maneuvering
- Increasing aura range at milestone levels
At higher tiers, Grom becomes the backbone of any armored push, coordinating multiple stacks that hit harder, last longer, and recover faster.
Effects & Buffs
Level 1
- +5% Attack // +5% Defense // +5% Speed // Leadership Aura: 50
Level 2
- +10% Attack // +5% Defense // +5% Speed
Level 3
- +15% Attack // +5% Defense // +5% Speed
Level 4
- +15% Attack // +5% Defense // +10% Speed
Level 5
- +20% Attack // +10% Defense // +10% Speed // +4 HP/day // Leadership Aura: 75
Level 6
- +20% Attack // +15% Defense // +10% Speed // +4 HP/day
Level 7
- +20% Attack // +20% Defense // +15% Speed // +4 HP/day
Level 8
- +25% Attack // +20% Defense // +15% Speed // +4 HP/day
Level 9
- +30% Attack // +20% Defense // +15% Speed // +4 HP/day
Level 10
- +35% Attack // +25% Defense // +20% Speed // +6 HP/day // Leadership Aura: 100
Level 11
- +40% Attack // +25% Defense // +20% Speed // +6 HP/day
Level 12
- +40% Attack // +30% Defense // +20% Speed // +6 HP/day
Level 13
- +45% Attack // +30% Defense // +25% Speed // +6 HP/day
Level 14
- +45% Attack // +35% Defense // +25% Speed // +6 HP/day
Level 15
- +50% Attack // +40% Defense // +25% Speed // +8 HP/day // Leadership Aura: 150
Level 16
- +50% Attack // +40% Defense // +30% Speed // +8 HP/day
Level 17
- +55% Attack // +40% Defense // +30% Speed // +8 HP/day
Level 18
- +55% Attack // +45% Defense // +30% Speed // +8 HP/day
Level 19
- +60% Attack // +45% Defense // +35% Speed // +8 HP/day
Level 20 - +65% Attack // +50% Defense // +40% Speed // +12 HP/day // Leadership Aura: 200
Unlock Requirement
Grom becomes available by purchasing a bundle in the web or in-game shop.
Research Requirement
Grom must be researched after unlocking.
Mobilisation Requirements
- Level 2 Army Base
- Level 1 Arms Industry (Applies to all levels)
Mobilisation Limit
- Limited to 1 Grom per match
- Can be deployed in multiple matches simultaneously
Buff Targets
Grom buffs all armored branch units, including:
- Main Battle Tanks
- Tank Destroyers
- Armored Fighting Vehicles
- Elite AFV / Elite MBT
- Mechanized Infantry (exception to usual infantry rules)
He always buffs himself.
How Buffs Apply
Attack + Defense:
- Area-of-Effect aura
- Applies to all armored units within range
Speed + Healing Rate:
- Apply only to Grom’s own stack
- Lost when separated from Grom
Not Affected
Grom does not buff:
- Missiles
- Artillery
- Anti-Air
- Ships
- Submarines
- Buildings
- Population damage
Balance Notes
Aleksei 'Grom' Potapov is designed to encourage grouping several strong armored stacks close together, enabling a devastating combined-arms armored formation centered on his aura.
While his raw numbers may appear similar to certain epic officers, the real power of a legendary unit lies in its scalability: a single Grom can enhance an entire armored battle group, multiplying force across a wide area.
At maximum aura range, Grom becomes a command node boosting a massive force without ever stepping onto the frontline.
