| Feature | Standard DotA | Dota LoD AI Map | |---------|---------------|------------------| | Hero Selection | Fixed hero, 4 abilities | Custom: Pick model + 3 normal skills + 1 ultimate from any hero | | Ability Pool | Hero-specific | All ~100+ heroes' abilities available | | Opponents | Human players | AI-controlled heroes (uses custom logic) | | Game Mode | -ap, -ar, -sd, etc. | -lod (Legends mode), -sd, -ap, -ai (activate bots) | | Balance | Tuned by IceFrog | Deliberately unbalanced; combo-focused | | Map Version | 6.8x etc. | LoD 6.85, 6.88, 7.00 (custom forks) |
It is worth noting that Dota 2 now has custom game modes like Ability Draft, which serves a similar purpose. However, the LoD AI map on Warcraft III retains a distinct feel: dota lod ai map
If you download the Dota LoD AI Map today, here are three "broken" builds you should try against the bots to understand the map's potential: | Feature | Standard DotA | Dota LoD