Professional Dota 2 player Anton “dyrachyo” Shkredov, known for his role as carry for Tundra Esports, recently offered a candid look back at his early experiences while integrating with the team. During a reflective moment, he shared a particular anecdote involving his former teammate, midlaner Bozidar “bzm” Bogdanov, highlighting a specific instance of fundamental gameplay coaching that occurred early in their shared tenure.
Dyrachyo recounted observing bzm making a seemingly basic, yet significantly impactful, error in his approach to midlane rotations and attempting to exert pressure on side lanes. It was a point of gameplay mechanics and strategy so crucial that dyrachyo felt compelled to step in and offer guidance.
The core of the lesson, as described by dyrachyo, was centered on the critical concept of proper wave management before leaving the lane to attempt a gank. He recalled the exchange, delivering the advice directly: “Bzm, little brother, if you`re going to gank on your [Invoker], you must push the wave first, even if you`re playing Quas-Wex Invoker. You have to push it and then go gank.” This instruction highlights the importance of securing the lane state before committing resources elsewhere on the map.
Dyrachyo further elaborated on the problematic scenario he frequently observed: bzm would initiate gank attempts while his own creep wave was still actively engaging or being attacked by his team`s tower. This oversight leads directly to losing valuable experience and gold under the tower, potentially allowing the enemy midlaner to gain a significant advantage. Furthermore, if the gank attempt failed – which, without proper setup, is often the case – the player returns to a severely disadvantaged lane state. Dyrachyo captured the frustration inherent in this situation, noting, “Imagine, his creeps are hitting the tower, and he goes to gank, finds nobody, and he`s, you know, shocked, tilted. It`s natural that you won`t find anyone.” This observation perfectly encapsulates the self-sabotage inherent in neglecting lane equilibrium before roaming.
This anecdote serves as a pointed reminder that even at the pinnacle of competitive Dota 2, a solid grasp of fundamental mechanics and strategic principles remains paramount. Effective communication and peer coaching, such as dyrachyo providing this essential tip to bzm, are vital components of building a cohesive and successful team dynamic. It`s a testament to the fact that sometimes, the most impactful lessons learned on the path to becoming a top professional are the ones covering the game`s absolute basics, perhaps lessons that were missed or overlooked during the early stages of their careers.