The action continues for the Dota 2 competitive scene. The International 13 just ended but another tournament is ready already to have you seated from October 27 to November 10, 2024. The DreamLeague Season 24 is the next big event for the esports community. 16 teams will battle it out in a fierce competition to win the crucial EPT points for grabs and the staggering $1,000,000 prize pool. Here is the complete team list to advance in DreamLeague Season 24 from the qualifying tournaments.
Western Europe
AVULUS
Unpredictability wrapped up the Western European qualifiers upon AVULUS making a surprise finals win. Amidst the powerhouse teams, they emerged as the dark horse of the tournament. While skepticism filled their route to qualification, they proved themselves with their spectacular performances. This is made possible through their roster of talented players like Akbar “SoNNeikO” Butaev and Daniel “Stormstormer” Schoetzau.
Palianytsia
This newly formed Ukrainian team boasts an impressive achievement after being the second team to qualify for the Western European region. They made a successful run in the upper bracket of the tournament, defeating teams like OG, but fell short in the finals. Also, a player from this team gained attention for his eccentric in-game name, “fortniteMan.”
Eastern Europe
BandaNoone
Formerly known as Cloud9, the team displayed spectacular chemistry to breeze through the Eastern European qualifiers. Only their organization name has changed, but the team remained tough as ever. With their experience, they secured the first slot for the DreamLeague Season 24.
Team Spirit
With multiple titles in their bags, Team Spirit rose as the second team to qualify from Eastern Europe. After getting kicked in the lower bracket by BandaNoone, the team starts their impressive run and eventually gets the title.
China
Azure Ray
Intense and higher competition awaits the Chinese teams as they fight to claim China’s lone qualifying spot. The nail-biting qualifier broke out between Azure Ray and Team Zero. The former, Azure Ray, earns the spotlight after claiming victory over the reshuffled and formidable Team Zero.
Southeast Asia
Talon Esports
Talon Esports occupied the vacant slot for the Southeast Asian region. They got the community surprised after upsetting Aurora Gaming in the finals game. Carlos “Kuku” Palad came through and elevated the team performance as a stand-in support. This helped them secure the much-needed win for DreamLeague Season 24.
South America
HEROIC
Their journey was cut short after placing 9th in The International 13. However, the team bounced back in the DreamLeague Season 24 Closed Qualifiers. HEROIC became the first South American team to qualify. Their lineup is about to get more exciting with the addition of their new hard carry, David “Parker” Nicho Flores.
Team Waska
Their upper bracket journey ended early to make way for a dominating lower bracket run. They secured the second qualifying spot with a flawless performance. This just shows how this team is more than ready to represent their region on the global stage.
Middle East and South West Asia (MESWA)
Nigma Galaxy
The qualifier did not generally go well with all the forfeits and disqualifications. Yet, Nigma Galaxy performed with their utmost best to earn the sole spot for the region. However, the team will have to work harder to prove themselves in DreamLeague Season 24.
North America
Nouns Esports
It was a strong, smooth performance in the upper bracket of the Closed Qualifiers that earned them the solo qualifying spot for North America. This will be their first time to represent the region after falling second in the 2022 and 2023 qualifiers.
Invited Teams
On the other hand, six invited teams have not been officially announced. Expect more top-tier teams to join the list of these qualifying teams. This will complete the roster for the DreamLeague Season 24 tournament. The top-performing teams from the recent Dota 2 tournaments are likely to receive direct invites.
Conclusion
Few weeks left to go before DreamLeague Season 24 takes place from October 27 to November 10, 2024! This tournament is gearing up to be the next big thing in the Dota 2 competitive scene. With that, expect nothing but the highest level of action throughout the matches. The qualifying tournaments served as a preview of what you are about to see in the entirety of the tournament. With the event drawing closer, keep an eye out for the announcement of the direct invite teams that will complete the roster.