The 7.37c meta heroes captured attention during the Dota 2 TI13 tournament thanks to their effective influence across games. Frequently banned or drafted in the initial two picks, these heroes, whether classified as carries or supports, represent some of the finest options currently available in Dota 2, making them ideal for significantly enhancing your MMR. The impressive damage dealt over brief periods, combined with key saves that can shift team battles, were pivotal in their ongoing selection in TI13.
We have compiled a list of the top 5 most drafted heroes in Dota 2 TI 2024, perfect for ranked matches across all tiers.
Top 5 Most Drafted Dota 2 Heroes in TI13
1) Mirana
Mirana emerged as the preferred safelaner in the evolving meta, following her minor buffs and nerfs in the Dota 2 updates 7.37 and 7.37b. Her abilities, notably Leap and Solar Flare, became notorious for their deadly synergy capable of obliterating any adversary. Upgrading her attack speed and damage output led to a transformation from a soft support to a formidable right-click threat.
During TI13, players took advantage of her Sacred Arrow and Leap abilities to eliminate opponents with successive right-clicks. Heroes that can facilitate Mirana’s arrow kills enhanced her effectiveness throughout TI13. Mirana was selected 46 times during the main tournament (excluding regional qualifiers) and achieved an impressive 60.87% win rate.
2) Wind Ranger
Windranger was the second most drafted hero in TI 2024, with a total of 44 selections. Frequently chosen on the main stage, she was banned twice during the Grand Final and picked once by the losing team GG in the third match. Windranger’s Whirlwind characteristic makes Focus Fire an area of effect attack, granting increased attack speed and range for 9 seconds.
This, in combination with her Aghanim’s Scepter upgrade, solidified her reputation as a premier carry. Additionally, items like BKB and Glepinir were commonly seen on most Windrangers during Dota 2 TI13, allowing her to deal substantial damage in the current meta.
3) Tusk
Tusk has consistently been a standout hero in various editions of The International. As in previous iterations, his Snowball saves and unexpected Walrus Punches were highlights of this year’s TI. Notably, Boxi, the soft support for Team Liquid, delivered a remarkable performance with Tusk in the first two games of the Grand Final, prompting GG to ban Tusk in the third game.
With strong facets that can be tailored to counter enemy lineups, Tusk’s full potential is unlocked through items like Solar Crest, Blink Dagger, and Force Staff. Participants in Dota 2 TI13 also equipped Bracers on Tusk to enhance his durability.
4) Dragon Knight
Dragon Knight, another powerful right-clicker, was drafted 40 times throughout the tournament. Although he posted a win rate of 42.50%, the lowest among the top 5, this was due to inconsistent performances. For instance, in the second game of the Grand Final, GG’s dyrachyo opted for Dragon Knight but struggled to counter Liquid’s Bristleback from the laning phase onward. When played as a safelaner, this hero requires time to farm effectively.
With ample farm, Dragon Knight can easily eliminate enemy heroes, particularly supports, with relative ease. Also versatile enough to fit into all three core roles, players often rushed items like Blink Dagger for initiation, Armlet for attack speed, and Aghanim’s Scepter for additional damage and unobstructed pathing.
5) The flower
Kunkka’s rise in popularity is largely attributed to his innate ability, Admiral’s Rum, and his formidable disable spells. Appearing 39 times in Dota 2 TI13, he finished with a win rate of 53.85%. Primarily played in the offlane, his Admiral’s Rum provides damage reduction and offers AOE stuns. Moreover, Grog Blossom outshined his other facet, High Tide, in TI13 as the Rum buff granted allies increased survivability during extended team fights.
However, Kunkka can be countered in various ways, especially when enemy carries utilize BKBs to bypass his abilities. If you plan to play Kunkka in ranked matches, be vigilant about cooldowns and consider purchasing Aghanim’s Scepter for added damage.
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