Stygian Desolator – Dota 2 Guide, Stats & Hero Matchups [Patch 7.39b]

Neutral Item | Tier 5 | Artifact

The original demonic favorite that served as basis for the beloved mortal design.

Let me introduce you to the dazzling and friendly Desolator 2, the enchanted weapon that turns your hero into a formidable force, spreading warmth and devastation across the battlefield!

Recipe

Abilities

Passive: Greater Corruption

Your attacks reduce the target's armor by 13 for 7.0 seconds.

Additional Insights

  • Armor reduction works on buildings.
  • Works on Buildings and Wards
  • This remarkable item reduces the armor of enemies, making your hero's attacks hit harder and penetrate defenses with a touch of radiant might. It's perfect for heroes who want to be the dazzling warriors on the battlefield, turning every engagement into a friendly spectacle of power.

Itemization Strategy

Just imagine picking this up early in the game but no Gaben wont let you as this is restricted only in the 60th minute mark as tier 5 neutral item best deployed for cores specially carries that are indeed seeking for more potential damage.

Trivia

It is originally called Stygian Desolator in DotA.
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