Draft Mastermind: Outsmart the Pick–Ban Meta

Scenario-based draft logic across League, Dota 2, and VALORANT. Read the situation, weigh counter-picks, deny picks, flex value, and comfort security—then choose the path that fits your instincts.

Question 1

First rotation sets the thesis. Blind picks with high floor, flex pieces that mask lanes, or early denial can all be correct—if they point toward one coherent plan. Blue side has tempo on priority, but it also broadcasts your values. Locking a safe pivot can buy draft oxygen; overfitting to one threat invites pinches later. Aim for tools that survive imperfect information and keep your later bans meaningful.

Blue side R1 (League). Opposing mid is a notorious roamer and their jungler’s pathing is hard to read. Your team prefers late-game teamfighting. What’s your opener?

📚 Interesting Fact

Early prio isn’t just lane power; it’s time. Wave control reduces roam value and unlocks first moves to objectives, vision, and resets.

💡 Pro Tip

Ask what your first two locks make illegal for the enemy. Strong opens quietly delete entire reply trees.