The highly anticipated arrival of content related to The International 2025 in Dota 2 has been met with a peculiar surprise. While players were eager to dive into new features, a more fundamental issue quickly surfaced: significant inaccuracies within the updated team rosters. It appears Valve`s digital ledger has momentarily misplaced some professional players, or perhaps, reimagined their roles entirely, leading to a rather humorous, albeit critical, oversight.
A Glimpse into the Glitches
The community`s sharp eyes were quick to identify a series of bewildering discrepancies, painting a picture of roster management gone awry. These aren`t minor typos but rather fundamental reassignments that could only exist in the realm of an entertaining software bug:
- BetBoom Team`s gpK~: Midlaner Danil “gpK~” Skutin, a cornerstone of his team`s strategy, has inexplicably been reclassified as a support player. One might wonder if this is an experimental new meta or simply a clerical error of epic proportions.
- Gaimin Gladiators` Missing Mid: The roster for Gaimin Gladiators presents an even more intriguing case. Quinn “Quinn” Callahan, their formidable midlaner, appears to have vanished from the lineup. His listed replacement? None other than Sean “poRter” Porter, the organization`s executive director. While Mr. Porter undoubtedly possesses leadership qualities, stepping into a professional midlane role might require a slight career pivot.
- Natus Vincere`s Mysterious Carry: Perhaps the most enigmatic error concerns Natus Vincere (NAVI). Their carry player, Taras “gotthejuice” Linnikov, has been replaced by a digital phantom simply dubbed “Red-haired.” The identity and capabilities of this new, presumably crimson-haired, player remain a delightful mystery.
The Context of the Chaos
These peculiar roster alterations emerged with Valve`s recent update, rolled out on the night of August 20th, which introduced various features tied to The International 2025, including the return of popular supporter clubs. It`s a classic case of delivering exciting new content while, perhaps, a rogue algorithm decides to play a little game of “musical chairs” with the pro player database.
As of the time of this publication, Valve Corporation has maintained a stoic silence regarding these glaring errors. The community, ever vigilant, awaits an official statement or, more importantly, a swift patch to restore order to the digital ranks.
Beyond Rosters: A Broader Update
It`s worth noting that these roster issues arrived amidst other significant game changes. Recently, Dota 2 also received Patch 7.39d, bringing a fresh round of balance adjustments to heroes and items. This patch also introduced Quartero the Goat, a charming new in-game character known for delivering gifts. One can only hope Quartero`s gifts don`t include more unexpected roster changes.
While the immediate impact of these errors is largely superficial – players are well aware of the true lineups – it highlights the complexities of managing a massive, dynamic esports ecosystem. For now, fans can enjoy the brief, unintentional comedy of seeing CEOs suddenly become midlaners and mythical figures appearing on official rosters. It`s a testament to the unpredictable nature of software, even in the highly competitive world of professional Dota 2.
