33

– The International 2022 Champion with Tundra Esports

– Multiple Tier 1 tournament victories across Europe

– Consistent high placements in international events

– Renowned as one of the most innovative offlaners in Dota 2

Overview

Neta “33” Shapira is an Israeli professional Dota 2 offlaner currently playing for Tundra Esports. Widely regarded as one of the most unique and intelligent players in the scene, 33 has built his legacy on innovation, efficiency, and a deep understanding of macro gameplay.

Unlike traditional offlaners, 33 often dictates the pace of the game through map pressure and resource control rather than direct teamfight dominance.

Early Career

33 began his professional journey in the European scene, playing for teams like Team Liquid and OpTic Gaming. Early in his career, he stood out for his unconventional hero pool and willingness to experiment with strategies that others avoided.

He quickly gained recognition for the following:

– Mastery of micro-heavy heroes

– Deep understanding of lane mechanics and creep manipulation

– Creative item builds and farming patterns

These traits made him one of the most distinctive offlane players in Dota 2.

Rise to Prominence

Before reaching his peak, 33 had strong stints with teams such as Alliance and Ninjas in Pyjamas, where he consistently delivered high-impact performances.

However, it was his move to Tundra Esports that fully unlocked his potential. Within Tundra’s structured and disciplined system, 33’s strategic playstyle became a perfect fit.

The International 2022 Victory

33 achieved the greatest milestone of his career by winning The International 2022 with Tundra Esports.

His performance throughout the tournament was exceptional, particularly on heroes like Beastmaster and Visage, where he:

– Dominated lanes through summons and pressure

– Controlled large portions of the map

– Enabled his team to outmaneuver opponents strategically

Tundra’s dominant run is often credited in part to 33’s ability to create constant pressure and vision advantages.

Playstyle and Reputation

33 is considered one of the most cerebral players in Dota 2, often redefining how the offlane role is played.

Key strengths include:

– Elite micromanagement of units and summons

– Exceptional map awareness and objective control

– Innovative drafting influence and hero pool depth

– Ability to generate net worth advantages without relying on kills

He specializes in heroes like Beastmaster, Lycan, and Visage, which allow him to control tempo and force reactions across the map.

Analysts frequently describe him as a “macro genius”—a player who wins games through strategy, pressure, and efficiency rather than mechanical outplays alone.

Famous Moments

– Dominant performance at The International 2022

– Pioneering zoo/meta strategies with Beastmaster and Lycan

– Consistently out-farming opponents from the offlane position

– Influencing meta shifts through unique hero picks

Fun Facts

– 33 is known for rarely playing “standard” offlane heroes.

– He is one of the most successful Israeli players in esports history.

– Famous for “zoo meta” playstyle involving multiple controlled units

– Often forces bans in drafts due to his unique hero pool