Dota 2 Patch 740 ((exclusive))
A structural rework of her less-popular Facet to provide guaranteed utility or evasion bypass, reducing her reliance on pure RNG during critical early-game skirmishes. Tuning Down the Flex Picks
Illusions received significant revisions to their damage reduction and targeting, balancing illusion-based heroes like Phantom Lancer and Terrorblade.
instead of Aether Lens; recipe cost decreased, but it no longer provides cast range or mana regen. Diffusal Blade/Disperser : Manabreak is no longer applied by illusions dota 2 patch 740
The Dota x Monster Hunter Expedition was a crossover event with the 7.40 launch. It introduced new crafting mechanics into the Dota 2 client.
Several Facets have been completely reworked to provide more distinct choices, rather than one option being universally better. 5. 7.40c Patch Updates (January 2026) A structural rework of her less-popular Facet to
: Innate Facets that previously granted 6 All Attributes bonuses have been scaled up to offer 7 bonuses. Affected heroes include Batrider , Magnus, Meepo , Monkey King, Night Stalker, and Silencer. 2. Drafting and Ban Order Shift
Can now be channeled while moving at a 50% movement speed penalty, offering her a vital tool to reposition during chaotic team fights. 🛡️ Itemization Changes: The New Build Orders Diffusal Blade/Disperser : Manabreak is no longer applied
All Attributes bonus decreased from 7 to 6, with mana regen decreased.