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Questions and Answers
What is the primary role of a Carry hero in a team?
What is the primary role of a Carry hero in a team?
What is the purpose of Minors in the Dota Pro Circuit?
What is the purpose of Minors in the Dota Pro Circuit?
Which hero type is known for relying on magical abilities?
Which hero type is known for relying on magical abilities?
What is the primary function of Strength in a hero's stats?
What is the primary function of Strength in a hero's stats?
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Which professional team is known for its success in The International?
Which professional team is known for its success in The International?
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What is the name of the system that tracks team performance and rewards points towards The International?
What is the name of the system that tracks team performance and rewards points towards The International?
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Study Notes
Hero Guide
Hero Roles
- Carry: Deals physical damage to enemies, relies on gold and experience to scale. Examples: Phantom Assassin, Anti-Mage
- Nuker: Deals magical damage to enemies, often has high burst damage. Examples: Lina, Lion
- Initiator: Starts team fights, often has crowd control and damage. Examples: Ursa, Legion Commander
- Ganker: Kills enemy heroes in lane, often has high damage and mobility. Examples: Bloodseeker, Riki
- Support: Provides utility and protection for allies, often has low damage. Examples: Crystal Maiden, Lifestealer
Hero Types
- Melee: Heroes that attack at close range. Examples: Ursa, Phantom Assassin
- Ranged: Heroes that attack from a distance. Examples: Sniper, Drow Ranger
- Caster: Heroes that rely on magical abilities. Examples: Lina, Crystal Maiden
Key Hero Stats
- Strength: Increases health and health regeneration
- Agility: Increases attack speed and armor
- Intelligence: Increases mana and mana regeneration
Professional Scene
The International
- Annual esports tournament organized by Valve Corporation
- Features top teams from around the world competing for a multi-million dollar prize pool
- Held in August, with the location changing each year
Professional Teams
- Divided into regions: Europe, North America, South America, China, Southeast Asia, and CIS
- Top teams include: OG, Team Liquid, Evil Geniuses, and PSG.LGD
Professional Players
- Notable players include: Kuro "KuroKy" Takhasomi, Jonathan "Forsen" Wendel, and SumaiL
- Players often specialize in specific heroes or roles
Major Tournaments
- Majors: Valve-sponsored tournaments held throughout the year, with a large prize pool
- Minors: Smaller tournaments that serve as qualifiers for Majors
- The Pro Circuit: A system that tracks team performance and rewards points towards The International
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Description
Learn about the different roles and types of heroes in Dota 2, as well as the professional esports scene, including The International and professional teams and players.
