DotA 2: Stacking - how it works
Stacking describes a move in DotA 2 that allows you to spawn additional creeps in a warehouse. You can find out exactly how you stack several creeps per spot in this practical tip.
Stacking in DotA 2 - pull creeps out of the warehouse
Stacking creeps in a DotA-2 match can give your team a number of benefits. With these steps you stack successfully:
- Wait in front of a warehouse of neutral units without attacking them.
- As soon as the seconds of the timer are at 53 - for example 2:53 - attack the creeps and run in a straight line away from the warehouse.
- The creeps follow you and turn back after a while. If you have lured the units far enough away from the warehouse, new units have appeared in the meantime.
DotA 2: Special features and exceptions to the creeps stack
Depending on the warehouse and units, there are special features that make normal stacking difficult:
- If there are trolls in the camp near the lane, you must pull them away from the camp without attacking them. One of the three trolls can heal and will not leave the camp if they damage the units. Instead, he stops and heals the battered creeps.
- If you want to stack the central warehouse in the Jungle der Dire, you have to wait until the 56th second. The creeps reverse earlier than those of the other camps, but can still be increased if the timing is correct.
Reasons for Stacking in DotA 2
Such stacking is possible several times. Depending on the game situation, it makes sense to stack three to four unit groups. In these situations, it is worth stacking units:
- If you play as a supporter on Safe Lane, you can stack creeps and then drag them onto the lane. The neutral units then fight against your team's units, preventing opponents from getting gold and getting closer to your tower.
- As a supporter, it is also worth stacking the ancient creeps three to four times. If you have three to four stacks together, a carry can farm there. This is particularly worthwhile if you have Ax, Juggernaut or Magina in the team. For example, notify your team about the DotA-2 voice chat as soon as you have stacked enough units.
- Another reason for creep stacks is your own gold deposit: whenever you pass a neutral warehouse, you can stack the creeps and then farm there yourself. However, this is only worthwhile if the time happens to happen.
If you first want to practice stacking offline, these DotA-2 cheats will speed up your practice games. A few more tips can be found in our DotA-2 tutorial for beginners.