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Dota 2 Personas Explained: All Alternate Hero Forms 2026
Personas are complete hero reimaginations – not just skins, but entirely new character models and voice acting. Here’s everything about Dota 2 Personas.
What Are Personas?
Personas change a hero into an entirely different character:
- New character model and animations
- New voice lines and personality
- Different lore and backstory
- Abilities look different
Unlike Arcanas, Personas are often different characters entirely (like young Invoker or female Anti-Mage).
All Dota 2 Personas
Invoker – Acolyte of the Lost Arts
Theme: Young Invoker (kid version)
Source: TI9 Battle Pass
Tradeable: No
Fan favorite showing Invoker as an arrogant child prodigy.
Anti-Mage – The Disciple’s Path (Wei)
Theme: Female Anti-Mage
Source: TI10 Battle Pass
Tradeable: No
AM’s female counterpart with anime-inspired design.
Pudge – Toy Butcher
Theme: Toy/puppet Pudge
Source: TI10 Battle Pass
Tradeable: No
Creepy toy version with stitched aesthetic.
Dragon Knight – Dragon’s Blood
Theme: Davion from Netflix anime
Source: Netflix collab event
Tradeable: Yes (if obtained through market)
Anime Davion design from Dragon’s Blood series.
Mirana – Dragon’s Blood
Theme: Mirana from Netflix anime
Source: Netflix collab event
Tradeable: Yes (limited)
Anime princess design.
Crystal Maiden – Ice Puppy Form
Theme: CM as a dog/puppy
Source: Crownfall event
Tradeable: Varies
Meme-worthy transformation into an ice dog.
Personas vs Arcanas
| Feature | Persona | Arcana |
|---|---|---|
| Model Change | Complete new character | Enhanced same character |
| Voice | Different voice actor often | Same voice, new lines |
| Lore | Different character/time | Same character evolved |
| Tradeable | Usually no | Usually yes |
| Availability | Event exclusive | Store or market |
How to Get Personas
Currently Available
- Dragon Knight Davion – Steam Market (limited)
- Mirana anime – Steam Market (limited)
Gone Forever
- Kid Invoker (TI9)
- Wei Anti-Mage (TI10)
- Toy Pudge (TI10)
Battle Pass personas never return. Valve has not re-released any.
Are Personas Worth It?
Pros
- Completely unique experience
- New voice lines keep it fresh
- Shows Battle Pass dedication
Cons
- Usually untradeable
- Can’t mix with other cosmetics
- Some find them jarring (different character)
Future Personas?
Valve hasn’t announced new Personas for 2026 Battle Pass yet. Popular requests include:
- Young Kunkka
- Female Juggernaut
- Human Terrorblade