Perspectives from Team Spirit Players: Discussing Heroes and Approaches in Dota 2

Former members of the Eastern European team Team Spirit, along with their manager, have shared their thoughts on heroes and gameplay in Dota 2. These comments provide valuable insights into how professionals view the current meta and approach the game’s challenges.

Yatoro on Terrorblade's Role

Ilya "Yatoro" Mulyarchuk, ex-carry of Team Spirit, voiced his opinion on Terrorblade, describing the hero as underwhelming in the current patch:

"Zero impact as a hero; he’s only viable in free games. The hero is a bit lacking in terms of abilities. All his skills are garbage. Sunder is garbage, Metamorphosis is garbage, Reflection is garbage, Conjure Image is okay for farming. You can’t split-push with him now, and that’s the problem."

In Yatoro’s view, the hero’s limited utility outside of unchallenging games makes him a questionable pick in competitive play.

Mira on the Best Support Heroes for Ranking Up

Miroslav "Mira" Kolpakov, a former support player, shared his recommendations for support heroes that are strong in the current meta and effective for climbing ranks:

"Pick Shadow Demon and learn to play him. Play 50 matches—it might feel hard at first, but it’ll get easier. That’s how you climb. Tusk works fine too. Tusk, Shadow Demon, Batrider, Clockwerk—anything that sets up fights, anything strong in the laning phase. That’s the strongest way to play right now. Dark Willow also seems viable in this meta."

According to Mira, the key to success for supports lies in their ability to control the tempo of the game and create opportunities for their team.

Why Do Players Continue Playing Dota 2 Outside the Competitive Scene?

Team Spirit’s manager, Dmitry "Korb3n" Belov, explained why some players, such as Ilya "Raddan" Mulyarchuk, remain active in public matches while taking a break from professional tournaments:

"He’s taking a break from competitive Dota. Public and competitive games are completely different. Imagine sitting at home, making yourself a cup of tea, and casually grinding 16k MMR. It’s a whole different vibe. Now, compare that to living at a bootcamp with five or six guys, sharing a bathroom with them. Feel the difference? Okay, not one bathroom—there are three, so two or three people per shower."

Korb3n’s remarks highlight the contrast between the relaxed nature of public games and the intense lifestyle of professional training camps.

The perspectives shared by Team Spirit’s former players and manager shed light on the professional approach to Dota 2 and current meta considerations. From discussing Terrorblade's weaknesses to identifying top supports and reflecting on life beyond competitive Dota, these insights reveal the nuances of how pros view the game.