| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Danil “Gpk~” Skutin |
| In-Game Name | Gpk~ |
| Date of Birth | September 3, 2001 (Age 23) |
| Nationality | Russian |
| Current Team | BetBoom Team |
| Role | Midlaner |
| Signature Heroes | Storm Spirit, Queen of Pain, Ember Spirit, Puck, Invoker |
| Notable Achievements | – Riyadh Masters Runner-up (2023) – DreamLeague Season 21 Runner-up (2023) – ESL One Fall 2021 Champion – Numerous Tier-1 & Tier-2 tournament victories – Blast Slam I Champion (2024) |
| Playing Style | Gpk~ is a gifted midlaner known for his aggressive and high-tempo playstyle. Gpk~ is a snowballing midlaner, creating space, and dominating lanes. He outplay opponents in 1v1 matchups making him one of the most feared midlaners in Dota2 Pro Scene. |
| Famous Moment | Gpk is known for his clutch performances and flashy outplays, especially on Storm Spirit and Queen of Pain. His dominant midlane performance helped his team secure deep runs in major tournaments like Riyadh Masters and DreamLeague and a win on Blast Slam I. |
Early Life
Danil “Gpk~” Skutin was born on September 3, 2001, in Russia. From a young age, he was passionate about video games and quickly became skilled at Dota 2. Unlike many midlaners who rely solely on flashy plays, Gpk~ had a deep understanding of the game’s tempo, which helped him become one of the best mechanical players in the pro scene. If not THE best mechanical player.
How He Became a Pro
Gpk~ started his professional Dota 2 career in 2018, playing for small CIS teams like Team Spirit and Gambit Esports. His exceptional midlane skills quickly earned him recognition as one of the most promising young talents in the region.
In 2020, he was signed by Virtus.pro, where he became the centerpiece of their young and dominant roster. Under his leadership in the midlane, VP dominated regional tournaments and established themselves as a top team. However, despite strong performances, they struggled to convert their success into deep runs at The International.
In 2022, Gpk~ moved to BetBoom Team, where he continued to showcase his aggressive, high-tempo playstyle. His ability to single-handedly take over games made him one of the most feared midlaners in Dota 2.
Carrier
Despite being one of the best mid-players in the world, Gpk~ has yet to secure an International victory. However, he has consistently placed high in Tier-1 tournaments, including:
- Riyadh Masters 2023 – Runner-up
- DreamLeague Season 21 – Runner-up
- ESL One Fall 2021 – Champion
- Blast Slam I 2024 – Champion
How He Plays
Gpk~ is known for his aggressive and mechanical-heavy midlane style. He is one of the most dangerous players on mid. He excels at controlling the tempo of the game. His hero pool includes some of the most skill-intensive mid-heroes, such as:
- Storm Spirit
- Queen of Pain
- Ember Spirit
- Puck
- Invoker
Fun Facts: People in the CIS community are calling him “Daniok” from his real name Danil.
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