FlameoftheWest

I pointed out these two because both of them are range abilities, and with proper use of tunnel system you can basically teleport these heroes around the map (ofc you have to protect the mines and they are a good way to do so).

I agree on that Nosey was ballsy but harassing with cav hero is a legit tactic especially if someone doesn't use the tunnel system and one of the hero kills was Syâr-Rhul with an army.

Boromir knife Faramir and Beregond cost overall 5500 and none of them has a cripple or slowdown ability while as Erebor you can get both range relatively early for the cost of 3300 and yes you can get Master of the Lake if you feel like you need more cripple. You will get Bard anyway because all of his abilities are useful and You can get also Fili for more protection for mines and they are buffing each other with Kili.