MLBB's New Mage Dori Arrives September 16 with Simple Kit
Mobile Legends: Bang Bang's new Mage hero, Dori, is set for release on September 16 as part of Ranked Season 42, according to an Advanced Server preview by
Dori, a new Mage hero, is now available for testing on the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Advanced Server. According to a preview by esports.gg, she is estimated to launch on the game's regular server on September 16 as part of the Ranked Season 42 content update.
Her abilities present a surprisingly straightforward design. The source notes this simplicity harks back to an earlier era of hero design in the multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) title.
Dori's Abilities and Skills
Dori's Passive ability, Merry Mark, allows her skills to apply a mark to enemies. Hitting a marked target again detonates the mark for extra Magic Damage. Each skill cast also grants her a brief Movement Speed boost.
Her first skill, Timid Courage, provides Dori with a shield that knocks back nearby enemies and deals Magic Damage. The preview from esports.gg suggests this knockback is meant to position foes within range of her other two attacks.
Both Skill 2 and Skill 3 function as delayed, ring-shaped area-of-effect attacks. They share similar mechanics but differ in their secondary effects and scale.
| Skill | Effect | Area Description | Crowd Control |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skill 2: Banner Twirl | Deals Magic Damage | Surrounding ring area | Slows enemies |
| Skill 3: Starlit Parade | Deals Magic Damage | Large ring area | Stuns enemies |
The report states Skill 2 slows affected enemies, while Skill 3 stuns them. The "donut-hole" in the center of each ring does no damage, a mechanic that makes positioning critical. Skill 3's area is larger, but its non-damaging center is also wider, potentially allowing enemies to avoid damage more easily.
Meta Viability and Comparisons
It is too early to tell if Dori will become a meta pick, according to the analysis. The writer contends she has strong burst damage potential but lacks mobility or significant protection. Her crowd control consists of a knockback, a brief stun, and a slow.
When compared to other Mage heroes like Zetian, Yve, and Pharsa-who possess wide, long-lasting area control effects-the source suggests Dori "falls short of team-fight offerings." The preview raises the possibility she could become a situational pick, similar to the hero Marcel, requiring well-coordinated teams to be viable.
Release Details and Caveats
The September 16 release date follows the game's pattern of introducing a new hero with each competitive season. However, the esports.gg report cautions that developer MOONTON Games has not made an official announcement. "Take this information with a grain of salt," the writer advises.
Dori remains subject to changes while on the Advanced Server. Players can currently test her there, but her final kit may receive tweaks before any potential live server debut.
The preview finishes by directing readers to an updated tier list for competitive meta picks.
