
Each year during The International Battle Pass, players of Dota 2 participate in a vote to decide which hero will receive an Arcana—the premium level of cosmetic items. This initiative led by the community has resulted in some of the most memorable skins in the game.
| Year | Winner | Runner-up |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Assassin Fantôme | Juggernaut |
| 2015 | Zeus | Reine de la Douleur |
| 2016 | Juggernaut | Io |
| 2017 | Pudge | Rubick |
| 2018 | Rubick | Faceless Void |
| 2019 | Ogre Magi | Windranger |
| 2020 | Spectre | Faceless Void |
Io made a surprising run despite being among the least utilized heroes:
The carry hero that struggled to secure a win:
Several heroes that came in second have received Arcanas over time:
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Top contenders that have not yet claimed victory: