Dota 2: How to compete with popular heroes
Posted by Wyatt Turner July 1st, 2024
In the difficult strategic game Dota 2, knowing how to counter well-liked heroes might provide you a big advantage. The strengths and weaknesses of elite heroes are important to know whether you are getting ready for a competitive match or a draft in the pub. Here are some strategies for defeating some of the most well-liked Dota 2 characters.
Phantom Assassin (PA)
Due to her heavy reliance on physical damage, Phantom Assassin is susceptible to heroes and objects that may neutralize or circumvent her assaults. Because Phantom Assassin can be immobilized by Axe's Berserker's Call and because his Counter Helix deals damage without evading Phantom Assassin, Axe is a potent counter. Another powerful counter is Bloodseeker, whose Blood Rite can silence Phantom Assassin and whose Rupture can stop her from blinking. Furthermore, Phantom Assassin's assaults are worthless because the item Ghost Scepter temporarily renders you immune to physical strikes.
Invoker
The Invoker is susceptible to burst damage and silence, and his spells have lengthy cooldowns. As a potent counter, Silencer's Global Silence can stop Invoker from performing spells at crucial times. Moreover, Nyx Assassin can seriously weaken Invoker's spells with Mana Burn and Spiked Carapace. Orchid Malevolence is a useful item against Invoker because it silences him and keeps him from casting spells.
Juggernaut
Due to his reliance on Blade Fury for early game damage, Juggernaut is vulnerable against heroes that can disable or circumvent his abilities. Axe's Counter Helix deals damage even when Blade Fury is active, and his Berserker's Call has the ability to immobilize Juggernaut. Juggernaut can be rendered less effective and disabled by Lion's disables and Mana Drain, which also drains his mana. You become impervious to physical assaults, such as Juggernaut's Omnislash, while you have the item Ghost Scepter.
Tinker
Tinker has high mana consumption and is vulnerable to silence and burst damage. Nyx Assassin's Mana Burn and Spiked Carapace can disrupt Tinker's spells and deal significant damage. Clockwerk's Hookshot and Battery Assault can lock Tinker in place, preventing him from casting spells. Orchid Malevolence is also effective against Tinker as it silences him, preventing him from using his spells.
Slark
Slark is susceptible to burst damage and disables; he depends on Shadow Dance for survival. Slark may be immobilized by Axe's Berserker's Call, and his Counter Helix causes tremendous damage. Slark can become less effective by having his mana depleted and disabled by Lion's disables and Mana Drain. Bloodseeker's Blood Rite can quiet Slark and his Rupture can stop him from pounce.
Lifestealer
Because Lifestealer depends on physical assaults in addition to lifesteal, he is susceptible to heroes and weapons that can neutralize or circumvent his attacks. Axe's Counter Helix causes a lot of damage, and his Berserker's Call has the ability to immobilize Lifestealer. Lifestealer's healing from lifesteal can be diminished by Venomancer's Poison Sting and Venomous Gale, decreasing his effectiveness. The Ghost Scepter item neutralizes physical attacks, negating the effectiveness of Lifestealer's attacks.
Through comprehension of these countermeasures and their integration into your gaming, you can proficiently nullify some of Dota 2's most well-liked heroes. You can improve your chances of winning by tailoring your tactics to the heroes you encounter. Enjoy your gaming!