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Benevolent Companion, the Io arcana in Dota 2
IoArcanaReleased May 2017Not tradable

Benevolent Companion Io Arcana

The wispy tendrils of Io the Fundamental can be found in all planes of the universe, having existed across the boundaries of realms known and unknown since before time itself. After an eternity of exploring the span of its mystic province, Io knows that no matter where the tide of battle leads, the bonds of friendship will always carry the day. This exclusive Io Arcana can only be unlocked via The International 2017 Battle Pass, and includes custom effects, kill sounds, and all-new animations.

Not on the Steam Community Market. Originally: The International 2017 Battle Pass reward at level 245

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Kevin · item trader

Benevolent Companion can’t be traded, so nobody can put a price on it. Pure flex.

The lore

Valve’s item description.

The wispy tendrils of Io the Fundamental can be found in all planes of the universe, having existed across the boundaries of realms known and unknown since before time itself. After an eternity of exploring the span of its mystic province, Io knows that no matter where the tide of battle leads, the bonds of friendship will always carry the day. This exclusive Io Arcana can only be unlocked via The International 2017 Battle Pass, and includes custom effects, kill sounds, and all-new animations.

How to get Benevolent Companion

Released with
The International 2017 Battle Pass (Io was 2016 Arcana vote runner-up)
Originally
The International 2017 Battle Pass reward at level 245
Today
Not obtainable: TI2017 Battle Pass exclusive, not tradable or marketable (Valve).
What it changes
Turns Io into a Portal-style Weighted Companion Cube with portal-themed Relocate effects, new animations and Portal-melody kill/first-blood sounds.

Sources: store.steampowered.com · dota2.com · dota2.fandom.com

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Benevolent Companion: questions and answers

How much is Benevolent Companion?

Benevolent Companion has no market price: it is not on the Steam Community Market and can’t be traded or sold.

Is Benevolent Companion tradable?

No. Benevolent Companion is not on the Steam Community Market, so it can’t be bought or sold there.

When was Benevolent Companion released?

Benevolent Companion was released on May 18, 2017 (The International 2017 Battle Pass (Io was 2016 Arcana vote runner-up)).