How to Obtain the Rare Block of Cheese in Dota 2

How to get the Block of Cheese

The Block of Cheese is a deliciously rare and powerful item in Dota 2, enhanced with magical lotus properties. Only the most dedicated players have the chance to obtain this unique and coveted item. As your trusted Dota 2 expert, I’ll take you through the entire process of obtaining the mighty Block of Cheese and share some personal insights and suggestions from experienced players.

What is the Block of Cheese?

Introduced in patch 7.33, the Block of Cheese is an uncommon item that provides a significant boost to your hero. When consumed, it grants a permanent 500 damage barrier or shield that regenerates at 100 Hit Points per second (disabled for three seconds by enemy hero damage or fountain). It can only be obtained through a series of steps involving the collection of Healing Lotuses and Roshan’s Cheese.

The Block of Cheese Recipe

To create the Block of Cheese, follow these steps:

1. Collect three Healing Lotuses from the Lotus Pools. You can find a helpful guide for this here.
2. Combine two Healing Lotuses to create a Great Healing Lotus. Resist the scrumptious urge to consume them!
3. Repeat Step 2 to have two Great Healing Lotuses in total.
4. Combine the two Great Healing Lotuses to create a Greater Healing Lotus.
5. Repeat Step 4 two more times to have three Greater Healing Lotuses.
6. Obtain Roshan’s Cheese by killing Roshan for the second time (it used to drop on the third death before patch 7.33).
7. Combine the three Greater Healing Lotuses with Cheese to create the Block of Cheese.

A simplified recipe looks like this:

• 3 Healing Lotuses = 1 Great Healing Lotus
• 2 Great Healing Lotuses = 1 Greater Healing Lotus
• 3 Greater Healing Lotuses + Cheese = Block of Cheese

Strategies and Tips for Obtaining the Block of Cheese Faster

The process of obtaining the Block of Cheese demands patience and a good amount of luck. However, you can increase your chances by following these tips and strategies:

1. Team coordination: As the Block of Cheese requires the collection of rare items, it is essential to have a well-coordinated team that can secure those items as quickly as possible.
2. Timing Roshan kills: Predicting and controlling the Roshan kills is crucial for obtaining the Cheese. Keep an eye on its respawn window and be ready to act accordingly.
3. Choose heroes who can farm efficiently: Some heroes can farm Healing Lotuses faster than others. Select heroes with good wave clear abilities or that can deal massive damage to jungle creeps quickly.
4. Item prioritization: Some players might prioritize more immediate power-boosting items over the lengthy Block of Cheese process.
5. Get assistance from allies: It can be challenging to gather the necessary components for the Block of Cheese alone. Seek help from your teammates, asking them to focus on securing Roshan or farming Healing Lotuses.

Personal Experience and Insights from Other Players

I’ve found that the Block of Cheese can be an incredibly rewarding addition to any hero’s arsenal, especially when playing as a tank or front-liner.