In the competitive world of Dota 2, confidence is often a key ingredient, but rarely is it served as directly as by Alan “Satanic” Gallyamov. The carry player for PARIVISION recently offered a rather unequivocal self-assessment during a brief interview, stating his belief that he is currently the finest player in the position one role globally.
The declaration came as part of a quick-fire Q&A session published on the BetBoom Esports YouTube channel. Among questions ranging from team interactions to hero picks, Satanic was directly asked: “Do you consider yourself the best carry in the world right now?” His reply? A simple, unhesitating “Yes.”
Such a bold claim from a player actively competing at the top level naturally invites scrutiny. Satanic provided a glimpse into the mindset behind his play, particularly regarding his farming efficiency, for which he is noted on the pro scene. When queried about the secret to his rapid gold accumulation, his answer was notably pragmatic, perhaps even deceptively simple: “I don`t know. Possibly, I just try to think with my head, where there is more farm. I just play more for farm.” It appears the `secret` might just be diligent optimization and prioritizing resources – a fundamental, yet often challenging, aspect of the carry role.
The interview also touched upon specific strategic decisions. Satanic was asked about being among the first to utilize Carry Mars in the current patch. His explanation revealed a tactical layer behind the seemingly unconventional pick. The team needed a semi-core with a stun capability as a flexible counter-pick (a “flex pick”), specifically to address a Huskar in the mid lane and potentially complement a Drow Ranger mid. Since he was already comfortable playing Carry Mars, the decision was made to deploy it in that specific lineup and situation.
Adding a touch of team dynamics and potential irony, Satanic also commented on his teammate Dukalis`s use of all-chat during the PGL Wallachia grand final against Team Liquid. According to Satanic, the intention behind the `toxicity` was likely to “just boost morale.” When pressed on whether it worked, his response was telling: “Yes. But not much.” A candid, almost humorous, admission of the limited efficacy of chat-based psychological warfare.
Finally, Satanic weighed in on heroes he feels are currently underperforming and finds frustrating to see. He named Phantom Lancer (though noting the hero performs well in pubs), Faceless Void, and Juggernaut, explicitly stating he believes Juggernaut is “quite a weak hero” at the moment. These opinions offer a player`s perspective on the ever-shifting meta, potentially sparking debate among the community.
At the time of these comments, Satanic and PARIVISION are actively participating in the Riyadh Masters 2025. The team successfully navigated the group stage, securing second place in Group D, and are set to compete in the Elimination Phase for a coveted spot in the playoffs. His performance in these critical matches will, for many, be the ultimate test of his confident assertion.
Finley Holt