As well as high templars [...] can sacrify themselves and create Archon [...], two or more [1] Dark templars [...] can create Dark Archon. This psionic entity is similar to regular Archon, but has no standard attack. However, it possess advanced psionic powers, so strong, that Dark archons were banned for centuries. The dark red flaming cloud of energy with shadow figure inside raises fear anytime it appears on the battefield. The dark archon has slightly weaker shield, but stronger physical body. First of the psionic powers is feedback - ability to absorb energy of enemy unit and cause damage adequate to this energy. Another power is maelstrom. It paralyzes any biological unit in surroundings for s short time. The last and most dangerous is mind control. The Dark Archon can control mind of any other unit. It can mindcontrol any Zerg, marine or even Wraith pilot or Battlecruiser commander. The strength od psionic powers can be increased by Argus talisman.