Dota 2 · Hero ability progression
Lion: Hex as a mobility-dependent priority
The guide maximizes Earth Spike, takes Hex, then favors Mana Drain unless facing high-mobility heroes, when it prioritizes Hex instead.
How it works
Lion's sequence says to maximize Earth Spike, get a point in Hex, then maximize Mana Drain. The guide adds a matchup condition: against high-mobility heroes, including examples Weaver, Storm, Earth, and Ember, maximize Hex instead of Mana Drain. It does not describe the abilities' effects or identify other matchups that qualify; these are the stated priorities and condition from the guide.
When it helps
If the opposing lineup includes the guide's high-mobility examples, follow its Hex-over-Mana-Drain condition.
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