Ranged heroes in Dota 2 are known for their ability to get First Blood. In the recently released 7.39d update for the game, esports players can choose from a wide range of heroes to extract the first kill before anyone else in the match. Teamwork and coordination between party members can make it seem like an easy kill if you’re prepared.

You can play a variety of ranged heroes to deal damage to enemies in Dota 2. The first 5 minutes of the game can be worth taking risks for First Blood since heroes are yet to learn most of their skills. Nukers like Dark Willow and Shadow Fiend are your number 1 choice in 7.39d as you can hit enemies without taking damage. You’ll need a few Enchanted Mangoes early in a match to restore mana while casting different spells to ensure your team earns First Blood.

Here are the top Dota 2 ranged heroes to get First Blood in 7.39d.

Enchantress can hop, skip, and jump for First Blood

Enchantress is filled with charm. Her angelic voice is harmonious to the ears and her healing abilities are a sight for sore eyes. She can deal Pure damage to enemy heroes with her physical attacks using Impetus. Enemies on the run take loads of damage from Enchantress based on the distance they’ve traveled. You can count on Enchantress to give you a First Blood kill during Bounty rune fights.   

Dota teams partying together can have the Intelligence hero cast Enchant on enemy heroes to slow their movement speed for a few seconds. You can buy items including Circlets and Iron Branches to increase her health and mana pool at the start of the match. Allies taking damage from enemy heroes can be healed by casting Nature’s Attendants near them.  

The Spellbound facet for Enchantress grants bonus attack range on enchanted enemy heroes. The extended attack range also applies to any units under the control of Enchantress, providing players with a number of ways to get First Blood with the Intelligence hero. Buying a Boots of Speed might be one of the earliest items you can purchase for Enchantress to draw First Blood during battles.

Shadow Fiend can collect souls faster with First Blood

Shadow Fiend is one of the strongest ranged heroes in 7.39d. He can cast 3 lethal spells using Shadowraze before your team has a chance to take the first Bounty rune at the river. The Agility hero can hit his enemies with Shadowraze multiple times in a row for First Blood. You can also slow enemy heroes by taking the Shadowmire facet for the ranged hero.

The mid lane is best suited for the Dark Lord. You can level up early in the mid lane and teleport to the top lane or the bottom lane to get First Blood with your friends. His presence can reduce the armor of his enemies, giving him an advantage against enemy heroes. Heroes like Dragon Knight and Vengeful Spirit can nuke enemies with their spells to allow Shadow Fiend to step in and use Shadowraze for fast kills.

Once you’ve managed to kill enemy heroes with Shadow Fiend, you can buy a Blink Dagger to baffle your opponents on the map. If you happen to notice an enemy hero escaping to the Fountain with low health, you can activate Feast of Souls to catch them before they can heal. Shadow Fiend can avoid being hit by enemy towers to survive team fights in Dota 2.

Venomancer can poison his enemies

Venomancer is a Universal hero with poisonous attacks. He is among the hardest ranged heroes to counter in online gaming sessions. You can equip Venomancer with a Ring of Basilius to increase the rate of mana regeneration for the ranged hero. It’ll help players cast several Plague Wards in the lane to deal damage over time. The low cooldown and mana cost of Plague Wards let you drain the health of enemy heroes for First Blood in your matches.

You can strike enemy heroes with Venomous Gale to restrain their movement. Venomancer can hit multiple enemies in a straight line in front of him using Venomous Gale. Allies like Keeper of the Light can restore mana to Venomancer and cast Illuminate to eliminate enemy heroes in your lane. Having ranged heroes as your allies can make it convenient to mitigate enemy units while playing Venomancer.

Blight Stone and Orb of Venom are a few starter items that can enhance the attacks of the ranged hero. Pro players can level up Venomous Gale and Poison Sting instead of Plague Ward to avoid losing mana per spell before getting First Blood for their team. Most items you can buy for the Universal hero also increase his attack damage, making it easier to get First Blood with the ranged hero.

Dark Willow can host the wildest parties

Dark Willow is an adorable ranged hero. She can use Bramble Maze to root enemies in a large radius, making Mireska an amazing hero to play in Dota 2. Her seductive sounds in Dota Dreams have attracted quite a few beginners to try playing Dark Willow for the first time. People looking to get First Blood with Dark Willow can also take Shadow Realm to gain bonus attack range for the last hit.

Shadow Realm can be channeled for up to 5 seconds to deal more than 100 damage at level 1. A Null Talisman can be bought for the Intelligence hero to add attack damage and increase her mana pool. She can root multiple enemy heroes using Bramble Maze. Dark Willow can use Clarity Potions to regain mana after using spells like Bramble Maze and Shadow Realm for First Blood without running out of mana.

You can focus your attacks on melee heroes in the enemy team. Dark Willow can safely fight melee heroes from a distance with her magical spells and physical attacks. You can purchase a Wind Lace for Mireska to boost her movement speed at the start of the game. It’ll let Dark Willow cover plenty of distance to land the final blow on her opponents to collect the First Blood rewards for her team.  

Take First Blood frequently to unlock Dota Plus shards

First Blood needs to be a priority for Dota 2 beginners. People subscribed to Dota Plus can unlock loads of Shards as rewards for taking First Blood in their matches. These shards can be spent on Steam to gain exclusive sets for Dota 2 heroes, effects, and other cosmetic enhancements.