Dota 2 - Daniel Jennings
Immortal Treasure III is here: http://blog.dota2.com/2016/07/immortal-treasure-iii/

* Fixed Omnislash jumping to Elder Titan's Spirit
* Fixed Guardian Greaves not regenerating heroes who are hidden (i.e. disruption)
* Fixed Bloodstone Suicide not working during Ball Lightning
* Fixed spell effects not working properly when first appearing while cast in fog of war
* The Dota 2 window now flashes when you enter the hero picking phase
* Added a new option to bring Dota 2 to the foreground when the hero picking phase begins
* Fixed various recent bugs with cosmetic items
* Fixed Announcer not working during Hero Selection

* Reworked Pudge and Lina's Russian voices
* Rerecorded several lines for Russian voices: Shadow Fiend, Legion Commander, Default Announcer
* Added several Russian language voices: Alchemist, Anti-Mage, Bloodseeker, Bristleback & Bristleback Announcer, Crystal Maiden Announcer, Doom, Earth Spirit, Earthshaker, Ember Spirit, Keeper of the Light, Meepo, Nyx Assassin, Omniknight, Phantom Lancer, Riki, Slardar, Templar Assassin, Ursa, Witch Doctor
Dota 2 - Daniel Jennings
Immortal Treasure III is here: http://blog.dota2.com/2016/07/immortal-treasure-iii/

* Fixed Omnislash jumping to Elder Titan's Spirit
* Fixed Guardian Greaves not regenerating heroes who are hidden (i.e. disruption)
* Fixed Bloodstone Suicide not working during Ball Lightning
* Fixed spell effects not working properly when first appearing while cast in fog of war
* The Dota 2 window now flashes when you enter the hero picking phase
* Added a new option to bring Dota 2 to the foreground when the hero picking phase begins
* Fixed various recent bugs with cosmetic items
* Fixed Announcer not working during Hero Selection

* Reworked Pudge and Lina's Russian voices
* Rerecorded several lines for Russian voices: Shadow Fiend, Legion Commander, Default Announcer
* Added several Russian language voices: Alchemist, Anti-Mage, Bloodseeker, Bristleback & Bristleback Announcer, Crystal Maiden Announcer, Doom, Earth Spirit, Earthshaker, Ember Spirit, Keeper of the Light, Meepo, Nyx Assassin, Omniknight, Phantom Lancer, Riki, Slardar, Templar Assassin, Ursa, Witch Doctor
Jul 15, 2016
Dota 2 - Ward


The 2016 Summer Battle Cup is now ready, and it's time to party up with your strongest allies to sound the horns of war in an eight-team, single-elimination, Captains Mode tournament bracket. With the first matches set to start this Saturday night, the Battle Cup offers the chance to fight through a tournament bracket and experience the same competitive thrills found at the highest levels of Dota.

The four regional tournament divisions will occur each Saturday at the following times:

Southeast Asia:
Saturday 11:00 UTC / 18:00 Bangkok / 19:00 Singapore / 20:00 Tokyo / 21:00 Sydney

China:
Saturday 12:00 UTC / 20:00 Shanghai

Europe:
Saturday 18:00 UTC / 19:00 London / 20:00 CEST / 21:00 Moscow

Americas:
Saturday 0:00 UTC / 17:00 Seattle / 20:00 New York / 21:00 Sao Paulo

Click on the Play Dota button or the Battle Cup section of your Battle Pass when a tournament is scheduled to start to join the queue.

Apart from the well-deserved bragging rights, each player on a Battle Cup Champion team will receive 15 Battle Levels. Plus, for the week following a tournament victory, you'll receive Champion Prestige effects for your profile and a special set of Champion Emoticons to help announce the glory of your recent triumphs to the world. Head over to the Rewards and FAQ page for a complete list of in-game prizes and other details.

To mark the start of this inaugural Battle Cup, we are also extending the deadline to complete The International Battle Pass activities from August 13 until August 31, 2016. The Battle Cup will recur every Saturday night for the duration the Battle Pass season. How many battles can you win?
Jul 15, 2016
Dota 2 - Ward


The 2016 Summer Battle Cup is now ready, and it's time to party up with your strongest allies to sound the horns of war in an eight-team, single-elimination, Captains Mode tournament bracket. With the first matches set to start this Saturday night, the Battle Cup offers the chance to fight through a tournament bracket and experience the same competitive thrills found at the highest levels of Dota.

The four regional tournament divisions will occur each Saturday at the following times:

Southeast Asia:
Saturday 11:00 UTC / 18:00 Bangkok / 19:00 Singapore / 20:00 Tokyo / 21:00 Sydney

China:
Saturday 12:00 UTC / 20:00 Shanghai

Europe:
Saturday 18:00 UTC / 19:00 London / 20:00 CEST / 21:00 Moscow

Americas:
Saturday 0:00 UTC / 17:00 Seattle / 20:00 New York / 21:00 Sao Paulo

Click on the Play Dota button or the Battle Cup section of your Battle Pass when a tournament is scheduled to start to join the queue.

Apart from the well-deserved bragging rights, each player on a Battle Cup Champion team will receive 15 Battle Levels. Plus, for the week following a tournament victory, you'll receive Champion Prestige effects for your profile and a special set of Champion Emoticons to help announce the glory of your recent triumphs to the world. Head over to the Rewards and FAQ page for a complete list of in-game prizes and other details.

To mark the start of this inaugural Battle Cup, we are also extending the deadline to complete The International Battle Pass activities from August 13 until August 31, 2016. The Battle Cup will recur every Saturday night for the duration the Battle Pass season. How many battles can you win?
Dota 2 - Ward


Announcing The International 2016 Cosplay Competition, featuring a $15,000 prize pool up for grabs during the year's premiere Dota 2 tournament at KeyArena.

For the first time ever, the dedicated cosplayers of Dota 2 are invited to craft their best Dota-themed costumes to display their talents at the Main Event of The International.

Contestants do not need to be event ticket holders—all cosplayers who register to participate will be admitted to a Prejudging Phase at KeyArena on Wednesday, August 10. The Performance Finals will then take place the following day on Thursday, August 11 to determine who will walk away with the winner's share of the cash prize.

Please first read over the competition guidelines, then head to the registration page to sign up.

For those cosplayers who may not seek the limelight of the competitive stage, all fans wearing cosplay in attendance at The International 2016 will receive this year's Dota 2 Cosplay Pin, available while supplies last.
Dota 2 - Ward


Announcing The International 2016 Cosplay Competition, featuring a $15,000 prize pool up for grabs during the year's premiere Dota 2 tournament at KeyArena.

For the first time ever, the dedicated cosplayers of Dota 2 are invited to craft their best Dota-themed costumes to display their talents at the Main Event of The International.

Contestants do not need to be event ticket holders—all cosplayers who register to participate will be admitted to a Prejudging Phase at KeyArena on Wednesday, August 10. The Performance Finals will then take place the following day on Thursday, August 11 to determine who will walk away with the winner's share of the cash prize.

Please first read over the competition guidelines, then head to the registration page to sign up.

For those cosplayers who may not seek the limelight of the competitive stage, all fans wearing cosplay in attendance at The International 2016 will receive this year's Dota 2 Cosplay Pin, available while supplies last.
Dota 2 - Ward


Today marks the release of the exclusive 'Legacy of the Fallen Legion' Legion Commander Prestige item and Quest Path, available to all Battle Pass owners with a Battle Level of 225 or higher. Players who complete the Quest Path will also receive an alternate style unlock for the Prestige item.

Plus, available to everyone, check in on the last exploits of the famed Bronze Legion in the all-new Dota 2 comic Tip of the Spear.

We have also released the 6.88b game update. Just follow the link to read up on the changes.
Dota 2 - Ward


Today marks the release of the exclusive 'Legacy of the Fallen Legion' Legion Commander Prestige item and Quest Path, available to all Battle Pass owners with a Battle Level of 225 or higher. Players who complete the Quest Path will also receive an alternate style unlock for the Prestige item.

Plus, available to everyone, check in on the last exploits of the famed Bronze Legion in the all-new Dota 2 comic Tip of the Spear.

We have also released the 6.88b game update. Just follow the link to read up on the changes.
Dota 2 - Ward


The teams are set and the last leg on the road to The International 2016 has now begun. This weekend only, make the most of the remaining Battle Pass season and start the final push to Seattle with a discounted Battle Level boost and treasure haul. From now until Monday, July 4, Battle Pass customers can purchase a Battle Level bundle containing 50 Battle Levels, 2x Immortal Treasure I, 2x Immortal Treasure II, and 2x Collector's Cache—for only $14.99. Limited to one purchase per customer, this bundle offers over 60% savings on the combined value of the levels and treasures. As with other Battle Pass purchases, 25% of all sales will contribute directly to The International 2016 prize pool.

Today's update will also grant Battle Points for correct Regional Qualifier predictions. Check out your point totals in the Battle Points Log, or head over to Qualifier Predictions section of the Compendium to see exactly which of your predictions paid off.
Dota 2 - Ward


The teams are set and the last leg on the road to The International 2016 has now begun. This weekend only, make the most of the remaining Battle Pass season and start the final push to Seattle with a discounted Battle Level boost and treasure haul. From now until Monday, July 4, Battle Pass customers can purchase a Battle Level bundle containing 50 Battle Levels, 2x Immortal Treasure I, 2x Immortal Treasure II, and 2x Collector's Cache—for only $14.99. Limited to one purchase per customer, this bundle offers over 60% savings on the combined value of the levels and treasures. As with other Battle Pass purchases, 25% of all sales will contribute directly to The International 2016 prize pool.

Today's update will also grant Battle Points for correct Regional Qualifier predictions. Check out your point totals in the Battle Points Log, or head over to Qualifier Predictions section of the Compendium to see exactly which of your predictions paid off.
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