User:BalorothRite/mechguide

Mechanics have to do with the simple facts of how abilities, items, heroes, and the entire map of Dota 2 works. When writing a mechanics page, only the facts should be stated. Strategy itself is not a part of mechanics, nor is balance, and pages dealing with mechanics should avoid speaking extensively about either of those.

Intro
Each mechanics page should have a short intro that states exactly what the subject deals with. For example, Cleave causes a Melee Hero's attacks to deal a portion of their damage in radius in front of them states in a single sentence exactly what cleave is and what it does. This allows readers to grasp the subject quickly.

Description of the mechanics
This is the meat of the matter. It should have its major own section header. The exact title and format of this section will depend on the subject at hand. It should describe in detail how and when the mechanic in question will work ingame. Any exceptions or peculiarities of the mechanic (does it apply to ranged and melee heroes both? Illusions? Odd interactions with other items or mechanics should be noted.