When it came to Ham vs Helena, due to how foot soldiers interact vs flyer heroes (stand and throw weapons), some gargoyles probably died before striking. I'm not sure if Helena's exclusive grants her troops damage reduction too, but if so, highland woulda added with 35% from tech + soldier talent to Highlanders, not factoring in she has high Def troop bonuses, and defense from her talent.
When it came to Ham vs Helena, due to how foot soldiers interact vs flyer heroes (stand and throw weapons), some gargoyles probably died before striking. I'm not sure if Helena's exclusive grants her troops damage reduction too, but if so, highland woulda added with 35% from tech + soldier talent to Highlanders, not factoring in she has high Def troop bonuses, and defense from her talent.