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PL is an abbreviation for the hero Phantom Lancer in Dota 2. He is an agility-based carry whose main strength lies in creating numerous illusions that confuse and overwhelm enemies.
With Doppelganger, PL can dodge projectiles and mislead opponents, while Juxtapose generates illusions on attack. He excels in extended fights where it's hard to distinguish the real hero from his clones. Typically played as a late-game carry focused on survivability, mobility, and attrition.
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