Dota 2 Patch 7.35b Rolls Out: Key Adjustments Following Frostivus Update

Valve’s latest Dota 2 patch, 7.35b, comes as a crucial fine-tuning effort following the significant changes introduced in the Frostivus update (patch 7.35).

Released amidst a major tournament, ESL One Kuala Lumpur, the original 7.35 patch had thrown professional players into a whirlwind of adaptation. This new patch aims to address some of the unforeseen imbalances that emerged.

The Rise and Adjustment of Spell Casters: After patch 7.35, heroes like Leshrac and Death Prophet saw a surge in popularity, benefiting from buffs to items such as Bloodstone, Shiva’s Guard, and Veil of Discord. Patch 7.35b has scaled back these items, potentially reshaping the meta that favored these spell casters.

Solar Crest’s Reign Checked: Once a staple for supports, Solar Crest had become a go-to item for offlaners. Patch 7.35b has reduced its dominance, allowing for more variety in offlane builds.

Detailed Item and Hero Changes

• Item Updates: Key items like Bloodstone, Shiva’s Guard, and Veil of Discord have seen reductions in their bonuses, bringing a balance to the newfound power of spell casters. Additionally, Manta Style and Sange and Yasha received buffs, while Solar Crest saw significant nerfs.
  
  
• Hero Updates: The patch brought specific changes to various heroes, including adjustments to Abaddon’s Curse of Avernus and Alchemist’s Corrosive Weaponry. Bristleback, Crystal Maiden, and many others also saw tweaks, aiming to balance their strengths and weaknesses in the current meta.

Impact on the Competitive Scene

With the introduction of these changes, professional players and teams will need to reevaluate their strategies and hero choices. The adjustments to key items and heroes indicate Valve’s commitment to maintaining a dynamic and balanced competitive environment.

As the Dota 2 competitive scene continues to evolve with these updates, fans and players alike can expect a shift in gameplay dynamics and strategies.

The balance between different hero classes and the impact of item choices will undoubtedly lead to exciting matches and potentially new playstyles emerging in the pro scene.

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