{"id":14781,"date":"2023-12-27T19:40:45","date_gmt":"2023-12-27T19:40:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/playercounter.com\/?p=14781"},"modified":"2023-12-27T19:40:45","modified_gmt":"2023-12-27T19:40:45","slug":"how-to-join-a-pro-team-and-attend-the-international-from-zero","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/playercounter.com\/blog\/how-to-join-a-pro-team-and-attend-the-international-from-zero\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Join a Pro Team and Attend The International From Zero"},"content":{"rendered":"
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What\u2019s the Dota 2 player’s dream? Everyone aims to visit and win The International. It\u2019s the biggest Dota 2 event, which gives its participants fame, money, and self-satisfaction. Let\u2019s see what it takes to become The International participant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You Need a Range of Qualities<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before you join a pro team, you need some specific qualities. Some of them are unnecessary. But as Iceberg (inactive pro player) states, they will drastically help you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meta Adaptability<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Teams don\u2019t like one-trick ponies. What will you do if the upcoming patch weakens your only mains? Or if the enemy bans them?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s why pro teams prefer candidates capable of playing 10+ characters in their roles. But the bigger a player\u2019s pool, the better. It makes the drafting phase much easier for the team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Communication<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Dota 2 is a team game. If you can\u2019t synergize with your teammates, you\u2019ll lose to the team that can. So, a player must understand and give commands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And it\u2019s not just about in-game. A team is also constantly discussing each others\u2019 mistakes. It\u2019s for improvement, and your ability to take the critique will help with that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But there\u2019s more. Good communication will help you get into the team. If you\u2019re a friendly player with lots of Dota 2 connections, the chances are you\u2019ll be a favorable team draft. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Negotiations<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If the player wants optimal conditions in a team, he must negotiate. It\u2019s like at a job. The player\u2019s task is to explain his capabilities and needs to the team manager. Then, he listens to the requirements. And finally, he sells what he has to fill as many requirements as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Capability of Presenting Yourself<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Teams see players as skilled and knowledgeable professionals, which you must present. Do it not only during probation. Remember that team managers can learn your ranked performance to examine your consistency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Player Rank<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before implementing these 4 points, you must become a skillful player. It takes time. Often, you need at least 5,000+ hours in Dota 2 matches to become capable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But hours don\u2019t always represent skill. Team managers look at player\u2019s ladder positions and how they withstand them. You won\u2019t be a drafting priority if you have even 15,000 hours but a low match-making rank.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This evaluation can differ based on your role. Usually, teams demand the highest MMR from midlaners and carry players. For supports and semi-supports, rank is less significant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Happens When a Player Joins a Team?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This stage depends on how good your team is. However, most athletes will start their grind at low-tier regional events. These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n