Popular Canadian Dota 2 veteran Jacky "EternaLEnVy" Mao took on to Twitter to announce his retirement from “everything DotA related.” EternaLEnVy is a veteran player who has been a significant part of the Dota 2 community for many years. The announcement has prompted an outpouring of support from Dota 2 fans, who have expressed their gratitude for his contributions to the game.

Retiring from everything DotA related. Here is my personally designed mousepad with a bunch of memes. Drop your stick, etc. Thank you DotA and peace out. Next stream will be my last. https://t.co/PqQMBHxl02

— EternaLEnVy (@EternaLEnVy1991) May 1, 2023

EternaLEnVy Bids Farewell To Dota 2 Altogether 

EternaLEnVy is known for his risky playstyle, which has made him a well-respected player in the Dota 2 community. He has played for teams across various regions, including North America and Europe. His career highlight was winning a Dota 2 Major with Team Secret in Europe, which cemented his position as one of the best players in the world.

After retiring from professional play in 2021, EternaLEnVy continued to be an active member of the Dota 2 community through his streams. However, he recently announced on Twitter that he is officially entirely retiring from Dota 2. In a follow-up tweet, he explained that streaming was not for him and that he had a new passion that he would be pursuing wholeheartedly.

EternaLEnVy's retirement marks the end of a storied career in Dota 2. He played an integral role in Alliance victory in The International 2013, then known as No Tidehunter. However, he was released from the squad before it went on to claim the Aegis.Subsequently, EternaLEnVy made a comeback and accomplished success with Team Secret by securing a Major in Europe. Nonetheless, his inconsistency led to frequent changes in teams and regions.

EternaLEnVy was held in high regard by the Dota 2 community for his commitment to the game and dedication to his craft. Despite his shortcomings, he remained a respected figure in the scene. Fans of Dota 2 worldwide have expressed their gratitude for his contributions to the game upon hearing about his retirement.