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I've played far too much Startcraft: BW and 2 as Zerg but not any more. It's not just the development of a strategy but also being able to execute it under duress.

You also end up watching the pros and seeing the strategies they develop. If you find it difficult, the single player, and group modes (2vs2, 3vs3 etc) are an easier way into laddering

I play a lot of EVE Online these days. I do solo and small gang in frigates and there is some strategy in building a ship fitting and engaging and enemy but not in the same way as an RTS. I just prefer the slower pace compared to Starcraft