: Buffed with a focus on early-game mana sustainability (triple mango starts are trending). : Skeletons saw a massive 75% building damage penalty in 7.40c to curb split-pushing. Brewmaster

Tier 2 and above neutral items now have . An item dropped from a Dire-side ancient camp will gain +15% effectiveness for Dire heroes, but -15% if used by Radiant. This forces teams to fight for specific camps not just for gold, but for aligned loot . The meta around jungle control has shifted so dramatically that position 4 heroes now often leave lane at minute 7 just to secure the “correct” alignment for their carry.

: "Hex" effects (e.g., Scythe of Vyse, Lion's Hex) are no longer dispellable, making them much more potent for locking down elusive targets. Fountain Buffs

The added crafting mechanics and a "Dota x Monster Hunter Expedition Pack". Players could collect materials to craft cosmetics.

quickly became a staple in professional drafts, forcing teams to rethink their positioning around his ability. 3. Map and Economic Rebalancing