The International is the perfect time when, thanks to professional players and patches released shortly before the tournament, new gems among Dota 2 heroes are discovered. Pro players pick new heroes, showcasing their power, and as a result, these heroes become part of the meta for regular players.
This year's TI13 is not over yet, but players are already experimenting with different heroes from the pro scene, either raising or lowering their win rates depending on how well they can utilize them.
In this article, we've selected the best heroes from TI13 that you should try out before they potentially get nerfed in the post-tournament patch.
Most Popular Heroes of The International 2024
This year's tournament often feels quite repetitive, given that the same heroes appear in almost every game. Some of them are picked in every third match out of the total 101 games played.
The top 5 most-picked heroes at The International, based on the number of picks, are:
- Mirana: 36 picks (63.89% win rate)
This hero became an unexpected favorite in the tournament. She was picked as a carry, which is rare to see in the professional scene, since she is usually chosen as a support or roamer.
In public games, especially at lower ranks, picking Mirana as a carry isn't new, but now it's become a real trend. Players have started picking her more often, though there is a slight downward trend in her win rate (-0.39%).
- Kunkka: 36 picks (58.33% win rate)
Kunkka was already a frequent pick in games, but now he's showing up even more often in the mid or offlane roles. Kunkka has everything he needs: damage, mobility, and durability, allowing him to perform well in various game situations and always stay useful.
- Windranger: 36 picks (52.78% win rate)
Another popular hero in both public matches and the pro scene. There haven't been any unusual shifts in trends for her, but she remains a relevant hero. She often kills solo after acquiring Javelin or Maelstrom. With team support, she can easily push lanes and destroy towers.
- Tusk: 35 picks (62.86% win rate)
This hero has been frequently picked by teams like Falcons, Aurora, XG, and nouns. Tusk can often be seen paired with other top heroes of The International mentioned above.
In combination with them, they form a strong combo capable of dominating the enemy lane with a large amount of damage and control.
After winning the lane, Tusk can roam to assist his team, growing his potential with additional kills.
- Snapfire: 33 picks (51.52% win rate)
Snapfire once again proves to be a strong support, remaining useful throughout the game. She can save an allied hero and deal significant damage even with minimal items. Her win rate in public matches has increased by 1.28%.
Top 20 Most Picked Heroes
| Hero | Σ | W | L | WR | Tournament Presence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mirana | 36 | 23 | 13 | 63.89% | 35.64% |
| Kunkka | 36 | 21 | 15 | 58.33% | 35.64% |
| Windranger | 36 | 19 | 17 | 52.78% | 35.64% |
| Tusk | 35 | 22 | 13 | 62.86% | 34.65% |
| Snapfire | 33 | 17 | 16 | 51.52% | 32.67% |
| Dragon Knight | 32 | 13 | 19 | 40.63% | 31.68% |
| Sniper | 31 | 12 | 19 | 38.71% | 30.69% |
| Batrider | 30 | 13 | 17 | 43.33% | 29.70% |
| Treant Protector | 28 | 14 | 14 | 50.00% | 27.72% |
| Monkey King | 26 | 14 | 12 | 53.85% | 25.74% |
| Doom | 26 | 10 | 16 | 38.46% | 25.74% |
| Luna | 25 | 17 | 8 | 68.00% | 24.75% |
| Storm Spirit | 24 | 15 | 9 | 62.50% | 23.76% |
| Mars | 23 | 14 | 9 | 60.87% | 22.77% |
| Enchantress | 23 | 10 | 13 | 43.48% | 22.77% |
| Shadow Demon | 21 | 14 | 7 | 66.67% | 20.79% |
| Puck | 20 | 12 | 8 | 40.00% | 19.80% |
| Sand King | 19 | 11 | 8 | 57.89% | 18.81% |
| Clockwerk | 19 | 8 | 11 | 42.11% | 18.81% |
| Phoenix | 19 | 8 | 11 | 42.11% | 18.81% |
In addition to the most frequently picked heroes, it's important to also note the heroes that have been frequently banned on the pro scene in recent days.
One of the criteria for banning heroes during the draft phase is not only the ability to read the opponent’s moves and prevent them from choosing their signature hero. But also to block potentially strong heroes that are difficult to play against.
These heroes often have high win rates, though there are some that have more losses, such as Sniper, Puck, Doom, and Enchantress.
| Hero | Picks (Σ) | Bans (Σ) |
|---|---|---|
| Naga Siren | 10 | 87 |
| Shadow Demon | 21 | 73 |
| Sand King | 19 | 75 |
| Windranger | 36 | 51 |
| Doom | 26 | 59 |
| Puck | 20 | 58 |
| Enchantress | 23 | 51 |
| Monkey King | 26 | 47 |
| Omniknight | 16 | 55 |
| Sniper | 31 | 35 |
Top Midlaners:
- Storm Spirit
- Invoker
- Kunnka
- Sniper
- Visage
Top Carries:
- Mirana
- Windranger
- Monkey King
- Luna
Top Offlaners:
- Sand King
- Tusk
- Mars
- Doom
Top Supports:
- Naga Siren
- Shadow Demon
- Snapfire
- Tusk
- Treant Protector
- Omniknight
- Lion
Conclusion
By considering these popular heroes from The International 2024, you can try them out in the game yourself and see their strength. Additionally, you can watch tournament matches to better understand how to execute these heroes and why they are so powerful.
And it’s best to play them as soon as possible before Valve nerfs them after the conclusion of TI13.
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