BananaSlamJamma: The Ringmaster is out! Hero review and first impressions

As a devoted fan of Dota 2, I can’t help but get excited whenever a new hero graces the battlefield. And Ringmaster, oh boy, he’s a real showstopper! With his captivating design and voice acting that could make even the most stoic player crack a smile, he’s quickly become one of my favorites.


Once more, it’s great to have you here for another exciting video from BananaSlamJamma! Today, he’ll be giving his thoughts and initial opinions on the latest hero, Ringmaster, as well as exploring the International Compendium for this year’s TI. Let’s delve into the specifics together!

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Key Takeaways:

  • Ringmaster is a trickster showman with a unique hero design and incredible voice acting.
  • His first spell is a whip channeling ability that deals damage and fears enemies within a certain radius.
  • The second spell is a Shadow Demon disruption that makes allies or himself untargetable, providing a chance to escape or reposition.
  • The third spell is a long-range dagger that deals damage and slows enemies, with charges that can be used to secure last hits or poke enemies.

Ringmaster’s Abilities:

The initial magic cast by the Ringmaster summons a crackling whip that inflicts escalating harm and instills fear in surrounding foes. To ensure it doesn’t hit unwanted targets, this skill demands tactful placement.

In simpler terms, his second skill summons a Shadow Demon that creates an invulnerability shield around him or his teammates. This shield temporarily makes them immune to enemy attacks, allowing for safe maneuvers or escapes. However, this ability doesn’t dispel stuns on allies, meaning if used on an immobilized ally, they will remain frozen until a specific level 25 talent is unlocked.

The Ringmaster’s third enchantment is a long-range throwing dart that inflicts harm and slows down opponents. Its projectile moves relatively slowly, but with training, it can become an effective skillshot. Additionally, it offers vision and has a growing slow effect and damage percentage based on the target’s maximum health.

His premier skill is called the Wheel of Awe, which both slows down and inflicts harm on adversaries within its range. Additionally, it provokes foes, compelling them to focus on the wheel for a specific timeframe. The more time they spend observing it, the longer they remain provoked.

Ringmaster’s Gameplay and Roles:

As a fan, I’ve come to find that BananaSlamJamma’s experience aligns with my perception of Ringmaster. To me, he seems more effective when playing as a support hero, either in position 4 or 5. His abilities necessitate a certain level of setup and coordination with teammates to truly shine. He excels as a powerful follow-up to point-click stuns or even setting up kills with his ultimate. Yet, without the reliable setup that comes from teamwork, he can feel less impactful in solo queue games.

The skills of the Ringmaster significantly impact his gaming experience. His initial spell’s increased range, in particular, seems indispensable for landing those crucial last hits and taking out several enemies simultaneously. However, the choice of other talents varies based on the game situation, whether it’s about enhancing survivability or managing crowds effectively.

Ringmaster’s Compendium:

As a passionate gamer diving into this year’s TI, I can’t help but feel excited about the International Compendium! It’s packed with some cool rewards like bingo challenges, fantasy tokens, custom loading screens, team loading screens, teleport effects, voice lines, Aegis upgrades, HUDs, versus screens, team logo stickers, and player stickers. BananaSlamJamma encourages us all to show our support for our favorite teams and talents by grabbing their exclusive merchandise!

Generally speaking, BananaSlamJamma’s initial thoughts about Ringmaster are favorable. He appreciates the character for being enjoyable to control and intriguing due to his special skills that demand finesse and dexterity. However, he advises using Ringmaster in a supportive role and encourages experimentation with various item combinations to boost his placement and usefulness on the battlefield.

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2024-08-23 20:44