In the hyper-competitive world of Dota 2, confidence is often as crucial as mechanical skill. Players frequently walk a fine line between necessary self-belief and outright hubris. PARIVISION`s carry player, Alan “Satanic” Gallyamov, recently landed firmly on the side of bold assertion, declaring himself the best player in his role globally right now.
The confident statement came during a rapid-fire interview, where Satanic was directly asked if he considered himself the world`s top carry player. His response was succinct and unwavering: “Yes.” This kind of self-proclamation is notable, even in esports, and inevitably draws attention, especially when made by a player currently competing on a significant stage like the Riyadh Masters 2025.
When pressed on the secret to his often-referenced fast farming speed within the professional scene, Satanic offered a seemingly simple, yet fundamentally difficult-to-master approach. He attributed it to actively “thinking with your head” about where the most efficient farm is available on the map and consciously prioritizing farming efficiency in his gameplay. It`s less about a single trick and more about consistent strategic decision-making focused on resource acquisition.
Satanic also touched upon his innovative hero pool, specifically mentioning his pioneering use of Mars as a carry hero in the current patch. He explained this particular pick wasn`t a random whim but a tactical decision within a draft strategy, used to complement a midlane Drow Ranger pick against a challenging opponent like Huskar, providing essential crowd control with Mars` abilities while still functioning as a damage dealer.
Beyond personal performance, the interview also briefly touched on team dynamics, including a teammate`s decision to use the all-chat function during a grand final match against Team Liquid. Satanic suggested it was an attempt to boost team morale, adding with a touch of dry observation that while it may have helped, the effect “wasn`t strong.” He also offered his perspective on heroes he finds frustratingly out of the meta despite their potential or historical strength, naming Phantom Lancer (though acknowledging his public game win rate), Faceless Void, and Juggernaut as heroes currently struggling to find their footing in the professional landscape, particularly deeming Juggernaut “quite weak.”
Satanic`s declaration arrives as PARIVISION is actively navigating the challenging group stages of the Riyadh Masters 2025. The team successfully secured second place in Group D, earning them a spot in the Elimination Phase where they will fight for a coveted playoff berth. This ongoing tournament serves as the immediate proving ground for Satanic`s bold claim. Whether his performance in the knockout rounds will solidify his self-assessment in the eyes of the wider Dota 2 community remains to be seen, but his confidence certainly sets a high bar for himself and his team.
