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Roles define what playstyle a hero is expected to conform to, and by extension, what actions they are meant to perform within a game. In Dota 2 these roles are set by the unique abilities of each hero, be it Skills or other statistical advantages. A large portion of the roles that are played by heroes in Dota come through the gain in power of heroes throughout

Different heroes may be suited for multiple roles and can be played in a variety of ways based on a player's preference and the team's composition. It is important to know how to effectively play a hero in many roles, as this increases the flexibility of your team, especially in a competitive draft setting.

Pip_babysitter.png Lane Support
"Helpful in the early-game laning in protecting your team's carry."

Lane Supports or Babysitters are Heroes who help their team's Carry control the lane in the early stages of the game. They are able to either repel enemies from your team's carry