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Dota 2 usually runs smoothly without many serious bugs. But now and then, something surprising happens. This time, the hero Warlock has been removed from the game because of a strange and powerful bug.
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Let’s break it down in easy words.
What Happened to Warlock?
Valve, the company behind Dota 2, found out that Warlock was leveling up way too fast in games. Some players found a trick that helped Warlock reach level 30 in just 10 minutes. That’s much faster than normal, giving him a huge advantage over others.
Because of this, Valve removed Warlock from the hero selection screen. He will stay disabled until the developers fix the problem.
The Bug Explained – How Did Warlock Level Up So Fast?
The issue is connected to an item called Black Grimoire. Players found a sneaky trick using this item:
- First, they would put the item for sale in the shop.
- Then, move it to the main inventory,
- After that, send it to the stash.
- This process somehow makes the Black Grimoire work endlessly, giving XP again and again.
This infinite XP bug allowed Warlock to jump from level 1 to level 30 in no time something that breaks the balance of the game.
Has This Happened Before?
Yes, this is not the first time Dota 2 had such a problem:
- In 2024, a similar issue came up with Meepo, and he had to be taken out of the game.
- There was also a Witch Doctor glitch with an item called Gris Gris.
- Every time, Valve acted fast and fixed the problems within a day or two.
So fans are hopeful that Warlock will come back soon once the bug is fixed.
What Should Players Do Now?
If you enjoy playing Warlock, don’t worry he’ll be back. While he’s disabled, this is a great time to:
- Try out new support heroes.
- Learn other team strategies.
- Report any bugs you come across.
Valve listens to the community and usually patches these things quickly.
Dota 2 Still Going Strong
Even with this bug, Dota 2 is still one of the most-played and watched games in the world.
- Right now, top teams are battling it out at PGL Wallachia Season 4.
- Also, The International 2025 tickets are on sale, and fans are excited to attend the biggest Dota 2 event of the year.
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