Last Hit Mechanics

Last Hit Mechanics

## The Fundamentals
Last hitting is the most fundamental skill in Dota 2. It's the primary source of gold for most heroes and requires precise timing and understanding of game mechanics.

## Damage Calculation
Your attack damage is shown as a range (e.g., 50-54). The actual damage is randomly selected from this range each attack.

## Animation Timing
Every hero has different attack animations:
- **Frontswing**: The time before damage is dealt
- **Backswing**: The time after damage that can be cancelled

## Creep Health
- Melee creeps: 550 health (38-48 gold)
- Ranged creeps: 300 health (45-53 gold)
- Siege creeps: 550 health (60-88 gold)

## Advanced Techniques
### Animation Canceling
Cancel your backswing animation by moving or using abilities to farm more efficiently.

### Creep Aggro
Attack-click enemy heroes near creeps to draw aggro and manipulate creep positioning.

## Practice Drills
1. Demo mode last hit training
2. Aim for 50+ CS in 10 minutes
3. Practice with different heroes
4. Learn to last hit under tower

## Conclusion
Perfect last hitting is achievable with consistent practice and understanding of the mechanics involved.

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High Ground Mechanics