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Defiant Shell

In the resilient world of Dota 2, the Defiant Shell is like donning a steadfast shield of determination, a reliable item that doesn't just gleam but fortifies your hero with the unwavering strength and tenacious spirit of an indomitable warrior!
Neutral Item | Tier 3

In the resilient world of Dota 2, the Defiant Shell is like donning a steadfast shield of determination, a reliable item that doesn't just gleam but fortifies your hero with the unwavering strength and tenacious spirit of an indomitable warrior!

Base Combat Stats

+ 6 Armor

+ 7 All Attributes

Abilities

Passive: Reciprocity

When attacked, the hero counter-attacks a target within their attack range. 5s Cooldown.

Additional Insights

But here's the indomitable part, the Defiant Shell isn't just about defensive stats, it's about embracing the spirit of unyielding courage. It transforms your hero into a tenacious guardian, adding a touch of undaunted spirit to their demeanor and ensuring they traverse the battlefield with the unbreakable resolve of Dota 2's valiant defenders.

Statistics

The statistics below shows the percentage of hero builds which contain Defiant Shell as a core or non-core item for each role. These statistics are based on our hero guides.

Itemization Strategy

A mid game neutral item that emphasizes on your toughness and courage to trade blows with the opponents, Dawnbreaker, Slark and Phoenix to name a few.

Trivia

It was created during patch 7.33.
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