Ivan “MinD_ContRoL” Ivanov Joins Dota 2’s Taunting Hall of Fame
From Daryl “iceiceice” Koh’s signature item drops to OG’s obnoxious chat wheel and spray spams, taunting has always been a vital aspect of Dota 2’s pro scene.
Today, rising star Ivan “MinD_ContRoL” Ivanov has cemented his place in the esteemed Taunting Hall of Fame with his confident play.
Aggressive Mode faced tough competition against Nigma during the WePlay! Tug of War: Mad Moon group stage. MinD_ContRoL, playing the Batrider, was ganked by two of A-Mode’s heroes.
Nigma’s offlaner decided to add a little flair with his remaining Firefly duration. The skill gives Batrider free pathing through impassable terrain, but more importantly, draws a path of flame on the ground. It didn’t take long for MinD_ContRoL to execute his artistic vision.
The player finished his play with a bold art piece. Once the casters realized what MinD_ContRoL’s masterpiece was, they couldn’t help but burst into laughter and admiration.
Aside from MinD_ContRoL’s impressive display, the match ended in an overwhelming victory for Nigma. The best-of-one match was purely for seeding purposes and both teams will head to the quarterfinals of Mad Moon’s playoffs.
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