The Romanian capital of Bucharest saw an electrifying conclusion to PGL Wallachia Season 4, as Team Liquid fought their way to the championship, defeating PARIVISION 3-2 in a thrilling Grand Final. With a $1,000,000 prize pool on the line, the tournament delivered intense clashes, breakout performances, and even unexpected controversy.
Let’s dive into what made Wallachia s4 one of the most memorable events of the 2025 Dota 2 season so far.
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Team Liquid’s Road to Glory
From a rocky start in groups to dominance in the playoffs, Liquid’s story was one of resilience. With core players miCKe, Nisha, and SaberLight leading the charge and stellar performances from Boxi and Insania, they peaked at the perfect time.
Key Results:
- Beat Tundra Esports 2-1 in the Upper Bracket Quarterfinals
- Defeated Team Spirit 2-0 in the Upper Bracket Semifinals
- Took down PARIVISION 3-2 in the Grand Final
Their path wasn’t easy. After an early loss to Xtreme Gaming in groups, Liquid adjusted,showcasing remarkable adaptability against top-tier opponents.
Controversy: The Devil’s Bargain Bug
The Incident:
During the Upper Bracket match between PARIVISION and Aurora Gaming, a critical bug involving Doom’s “Devil’s Bargain” facet surfaced. Nightfall, playing Doom, was unable to buy back despite displaying sufficient gold due to a hidden buyback cost bug—the cost had been incorrectly doubled.
PGL’s Decision:
PGL paused the game and eventually allowed PARIVISION to push after a 95-second neutral period. However, Aurora Gaming disagreed with the ruling and chose to forfeit the match, dropping to the Lower Bracket where they later lost to Tundra Esports.
Impact:
This bug was later confirmed to have existed for some time, affecting other matches subtly but never determining an outcome until now. It led to calls for quicker patch fixes and more transparent rulings in future tournaments.
Meta Trends: New Builds and Old Favorites
Patch 7.38c’s influence continued to evolve at Wallachia S4.
Popular Picks:
- Offlane Medusa (Undilation + Meteor Hammer) dominated laning stages.
- Mid Beastmaster continued its reign as a farming tempo core.
- Support Slark remained niche but devastating when used well.
- Bristleback saw strong presence with high tempo axe builds.
Itemization:
- Mjollnir and Sange & Yasha remained dominant choices across carries.
- Blade Mail found resurgence on Medusa, Morphling, and Bristleback.
- Gleipnir continued to grow as a catch-all utility item.
Final Standings and Prize Distribution
| Place | Team | Prize |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Team Liquid | $300,000 |
| 2nd | PARIVISION | $175,000 |
| 3rd | Tundra Esports | $120,000 |
| 4th | Team Tidebound | $80,000 |
Notable Mentions:
- Tundra Esports fought valiantly through the Lower Bracket.
- Team Tidebound impressed by reaching Top 4.
- Aurora Gaming‘s strong group performance was overshadowed by playoff drama.
FAQs
Q: Who won PGL Wallachia Season 4?
A: Team Liquid claimed the title, beating PARIVISION 3-2 in the Grand Final.
Q: What was the Devil’s Bargain bug?
A: A bug that incorrectly applied a 44% buyback penalty instead of 20% when using Doom’s Devil’s Bargain facet.
Q: Which heroes dominated the meta?
A: Offlane Medusa, Mid Beastmaster, and Blade Mail Bristleback were meta-defining.
Q: What’s next after Wallachia Season 4?
A: PGL Wallachia Season 5 is already scheduled, with teams focusing on DreamLeague Season 26 and Esports World Cup qualifications.
With a trophy in hand and momentum swinging back in their favor, Team Liquid once again cements itself as a powerhouse on the international stage. Meanwhile, Wallachia Season 4 leaves us with gameplay highlights, meta shifts, and lessons learned—both inside and outside the server.
