The would-be lovers may get some time in the spotlight.
Skywrath Mage and Venge have a complicated history together in Dota 2, and the next set of Arcanas may finally move their story forward. New files added to the game appear to confirm not just one, but two new top-tier cosmetics for the pair. Here’s what we know about the flashy upcoming skins based on information ripped straight from the game’s files.
It’s not clear when Valve added these new files, but Dota 2 players began noticing them in the second week of February 2024. Reddit user CatStepan6 compiled a list of the leaks on Feb. 14. The file updates contain several interesting hints for the upcoming Crownfall update, but the star of the show is a new pair of top-tier cosmetics.
Skywrath and Venge Arcanas coming in Crownfall update
The biggest spoiler in the new Crownfall leaks is a pair of new Arcanas for Venge and Skywrath Mage. The two new cosmetics were accidentally revealed in a new image of hero minimap sprites. The list shows five new icons that weren’t there before. One of them is Ring Master, which is expected, but the other four appear to be new Arcanas for Skywrath and Venge.
The tiny images show a more regal appearance for Vengeful Spirit, with Shendelzare regaining her crown as a queen of the Skywrath. The Skywrath Mage icon is much more sinister, with his regal light blue and white becoming dark blue and black. The double icons likely indicate unlockable alternate styles for both characters, as is custom with modern Arcanas.
The Arcanas will likely develop the lore between the two heroes, and other leaked sets hint at what it will be. New leaked sets for Crystal Maiden, Drow Ranger, and Oracle reference Scree'auk, a sinister goddess of the Skywrath. Skywrath may give up his wings so Venge can regain her own. No matter what happens, the complicated love story between the two will likely gain a few more chapters.
As with all leaks, these details are not 100% confirmed. Valve may change the content in the Crownfall update before it drops. It's also possible that players have completely misidentified the Arcanas and they actually belong to Templar Assassin and Outworld Destroyer. Probably not, but hey, anything’s possible.
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