What is Shard?
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Shard
Shard is a slang term for the item Aghanim's Shard in Dota 2. It is an item that enhances or adds a new ability to a hero. Aghanim's Shard is named after Aghanim, one of the main villains in The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past.
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