“Dota 2 The Epic Battle of Heroes:
Dota 2, short for Defense of the Ancients 2, is a renowned multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) video game that has captured the hearts of millions of players worldwide. Developed and published by Valve Corporation, Dota 2 is the sequel to the original Dota, which was a custom mod for the popular game Warcraft III. Since its official release in 2013, Dota 2 has consistently remained one of the most played and competitive titles in the esports scene.
At its core, Dota 2 is a team-based strategy game that pits two teams of five players against each other in a high-stakes battle for supremacy. What sets Dota 2 apart is its deep complexity, featuring an extensive roster of heroes, intricate gameplay mechanics, and a dynamic map with multiple objectives.
In this introduction, we will explore the world of Dota 2, including its gameplay, heroes, competitive scene, and the intense battles that await players in the ancient and mystical realm of the game. Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the Dota universe, prepare to embark on an exhilarating journey filled with strategic decision-making, teamwork, and the pursuit of victory in one of the most celebrated esports titles of our time.
Who are the strongest heroes in Dota 2?
- Spectre. After being a fairly average hero for a couple of patches, Spectre has once again returned to strike fear in her enemy’s heart. …
- Ursa. A powerful carry hero regardless of the meta, Ursa is one of the most intimidating heroes in the game. …
- Juggernaut. …
- Zeus. …
- Puck. …
- Invoker. …
- Mars. …
- Axe.
Beginning of Dota 2:
Under IceFrog’s directive ideas, DotA blossomed into both an international sensation along its own esports scene. Although it was just only a mod, it became one of the biggest games in the world in the mid-to-late 2000s.
And even though some games were entitling themselves as “successors” of the original DotA, none of them even come close to the beautifully complex in-game mechanics and action that the DotaA offered.
In October 2009, IceFrog released a statement that he had been hired by Valve to create a true successor to DotA. This new game would feature all the DotA’s original heroes, items, and features along with mechanics. However, due to copyright issues with Blizzard, the new game would be known as Dota 2.
Evolution of Dota 2 esports:
Along with the release of Dota 2, Valve announced a tournament featuring USD 1.6 million in prize pool, known as The International Dota 2 Championship, breaking the record as the esports tournament with the highest prize pool at that time.
The inaugural The International was held in Cologne, Germany, and it was a massive success, with Natus Vincere crowned as the first International Champion.
The International carved the road for the esports scene, finally answering the long-asked question “Can you make a living playing video games ?” A month after the tournament, Valve put Dota 2 into open beta and made the game free to play. After two years, a month before the third iteration of The International, the game was officially released.
The International Rules:
GROUP STAGE:
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Two round-robin groups of ten teams each.
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Each series consists of two games against the same opponent.
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In each series, a coin toss decides which team has Selection Priority in game 1. Selection Priority alternates for game 2.
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A 2-0 series win provides 2 points, 1-1 provides 1 point, and 0-2 provides 0 points.
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1st through 4th place finishes in each group advance to the Upper Bracket of the Main Event.
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5th through 8th place finishes in each group advance to the Lower Bracket of the Main Event.
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9th and 10th place finishes in each group are eliminated.
TIEBREAKERS:
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- If a tie occurs along the Upper and Lower Bracket divider or between the Lower Bracket and Elimination divider (referred to as the ‘Dividers’), we will play additional games as follows:
- In the case of a two-way tie, we will play a Best of 3.
- We determine the selection priority for game 1 through a coin toss.
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Selection Priority alternates for game 2. A coin toss is used again if there is a game 3
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If there is a three-way or more tie, a round-robin Best of 1 will be played.
- Determine the selection priority for each game by coin toss.
- If there are still ties along the Dividers that result in ties, repeat the process until the teams with ties are resolved.
- If there are still ties that are not along the Dividers, use the non-Divider rules to resolve them.
- To resolve other (non-Divider) ties, use the following rules in order:
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Compare the tied teams’ wins vs. the seed right below them. Repeat the comparison with the next lower-seeded team until resolved.
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Coin toss.
Main Event (Upper Bracket):
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All Upper Bracket series are Best of 3, except for the Grand Final series which is Best of 5.
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The 1st place in each group of Group Stage picks their opponent from either the 3rd or 4th place finish in the opposite group.
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Upper Bracket A: Group A Seed 1 vs. Group B Seed 3/4
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Upper Bracket B: Group B Seed 2 vs. Group A Seed 3/4 (The team Group B Seed 1 didn’t choose)
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Upper Bracket C: Group B Seed 1 vs. Group A Seed 3/4
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Upper Bracket D: Group A Seed 2 vs. Group B Seed 3/4 (The team Group A Seed 1 didn’t choose)
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First Round: The higher seed has Selection Priority for games 1 and 3.
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Other Rounds: Selection Priority for game 1 is determined by a coin toss. Selection Priority alternates for game 2. A coin toss is used again if there is a game 3.
Main Event (Lower Bracket):
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All Lower Bracket series are Best of 3, except for the first round which is Best of 1.
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The 5th place in each group of Group Stage picks their opponent from either the 7th or 8th place finish in the opposite group.
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Lower Bracket A: Group A Seed 5 vs. Group B Seed 7/8
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Lower Bracket B: Group B Seed 6 vs. Group A Seed 7/8 (The team Group B Seed 5 didn’t choose)
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Lower Bracket C: Group B Seed 5 vs. Group A Seed 7/8
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Lower Bracket D: Group A Seed 6 vs. Group B Seed 7/8 (The team Group A Seed 5 didn’t choose)
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First Round: The higher seed has Selection Priority in the Best of 1.
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In game 1, the selection priority for the other rounds is determined by a coin toss. Selection Priority alternates for game 2. A coin toss is used again if there is a game 3.
Grand Final:
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The Grand Final series is Best of 5, with no game advantage.
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The upper Bracket winner has Selection Priority for games 1 and 3. The lower Bracket winner has Selection Priority for games 2 and 4. A coin toss determines the Selection Priority for game 5.
