Entity Secures Back-to-Back Qualification for The International 2023

Author

Moin Khot

Date

Aug, 31.2023

Entity has secured a spot in Dota 2's prestigious event, The International 2023, for the second consecutive year. Entity defeated Luna Galaxy in The International 2023 Western Europe Qualifier (WEU) Upper Bracket Final to qualify for the grand finals, ultimately securing a ticket for The International 2023. Defying the odds in the rigorous regional qualifiers, the team showcased their mettle by facing off against formidable opponents on their path to victory.

In the highly competitive European Dota 2 scene, securing a spot at The International through the Dota Pro Circuit qualifiers is a formidable task that only a select few manage to accomplish. This year, Team Entity joined the ranks of those elite few, etching their name in history. The journey to this remarkable achievement, however, was far from easy.

Ti 12 WEU Upper Bracket Final: Entity vs Luna Galaxy 

The Upper Bracket Final of the Western Europe Qualifier for The International 2023 brought forth an intense clash between two giants of the Dota 2 realm: Entity and Luna Galaxy. In a best-of-three series that left spectators on the edge of their seats, Entity emerged victorious with a dominating 2-0 scoreline. The first match of the series, a grueling 62-minute and 42-second affair, showcased not only the exceptional skills of both teams, but also their strategic prowess.

Match 1: 

Entity entered the arena with a formidable lineup comprising Gyrocopter, Legion Commander, Ember Spirit, Clockwerk, and Shadow Demon. On the other side, Luna Galaxy responded with a diverse composition featuring Vengeful Spirit, Dawnbreaker, Pangolier, Keeper of the Light, and the fearsome Medusa. The battle took place, with both teams displaying remarkable coordination and map control. In a game that lasted for 62 minutes 42 seconds, Entity managed to secure critical advantages, ultimately triumphing in a hard-fought victory that set the tone for the rest of the series.

Match 2: 

As the tension escalated, the second match of the Upper Bracket Final between Entity and Luna Galaxy kicked off, determined to keep the excitement soaring. Entity returned to the battleground with a different composition, featuring Dawnbreaker, Pangolier, Phantom Assassin, Rubick, and Grimstroke. Luna Galaxy, refusing to be outdone, countered with a lineup comprising Treant Protector, Beastmaster, Lion, Kunkka, and Razor. The game lasted for 39 minutes and 41 seconds, and finally Entity secured the game.

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With their victory over Luna Galaxy, Entity has secured the slot to the grand finals of Ti 12 WEU, as well as the highly coveted slot in Ti12. However, there is one more seeding from Ti 12 WEU - the second team to qualify for the grand finals.