Mike, skilled in stealth operations, had effortlessly dismantled the enemy's peripheral secret sentries within half a day.
Yet, the goblins dared not approach the formidable defenses deeper within the border town, guarded by several legendary warriors.
In this battle, Bruce had also enlisted the Brood. With limited legendary forces among his followers, excluding the Brood would significantly diminish their chances of victory. However, Bruce was cautious with the Brood Nest's route; exposing it like his other forces could lead to its destruction. For Bruce, the Brood Nest was a critical asset, his secret weapon, and needed utmost protection.
For aquatic Zerg life forms like the Brood, traversing both land and sea to reach the vicinity of the Gold Coast from the Plague Basin poses little challenge.