Mikoto

– Third‑place at Riyadh Masters 2023

– Third‑place at Lima Major 2023

Overview

Rafli “Mikoto” Fathur Rahman is an Indonesian professional Dota 2 midlaner currently playing for Aurora Gaming. Renowned within competitive Dota for his high skill ceiling and dynamic playmaking, Mikoto has risen through the Southeast Asian scene to become one of its most respected mids. His career path has taken him through multiple orgs, meaningful international results, and a reputation as both a scoreboard‑chasing core and a consistent leader in midlane tempo.

Early Career

Mikoto began his professional journey in 2017 with Pandora Esports, marking the start of his competitive presence in Dota 2. Early moves to teams like Alter Ego helped him sharpen his skillset, with each roster step contributing to his aggressive laning and mechanical growth.

His time at BOOM Esports (2018–2021) was particularly formative; there, he consistently showcased his high skill level and started drawing international attention as a midlaner capable of carrying games through sheer mechanical influence.

Rise with Talon Esports

In late 2021, Mikoto joined Talon Esports, where he achieved some of the most significant results of his career. During his tenure:

– Talon qualified for the upper division of the DPC and earned invitations to major events.

– The squad placed in the top 3 at Riyadh Masters 2023 and Lima Major 2023.

– Mikoto’s performances were often singled out for impact and consistency, helping solidify his status as one of SEA’s premier midlaners.

This period marked his emergence as a globally recognized player—not just regionally, but on the international competitive stage.

Transition and Current Play

In early 2024, Mikoto briefly played for Bleed Esports before returning to Talon later that year. In late 2025 he joined Aurora Gaming, where he continues to compete at high levels in DPC and qualifier events.

Beyond team results, one of Mikoto’s standout personal achievements has been his climb on the ranked matchmaking ladder. He became part of the elite “16K MMR club,” reaching a peak of 16,000 MMR on the European ladder—a rare accomplishment even among professional players.

Playstyle and Reputation

Mikoto is widely known for an aggressive mid-centric playstyle that puts constant pressure on opponents from the laning stage onward. Analysts and fans alike praise his combination of:

Key strengths include:

– High tempo and aggressive decision‑making

– Precision spell usage in fights

– Ability to dominate lanes and snowball games

– Comfort on mechanically demanding heroes

His hero pool often centers around strong tempo and burst mids like Storm Spirit and Ember Spirit, though he’s proven adaptable over many metas.

Players and commentators often describe him as a producer of high‑impact, carry‑influencing mid-game performances rather than purely supportive or utility‑focused play.

Famous Moments

– Big placings with Talon at Riyadh Masters 2023 and Lima Major 2023

– Representing SEA at multiple International Qualifiers

– Breaking into the top tier of global solo ranked MMR players

– Consistently outperforming expectations against international competition

Fun Facts

– Mikoto was one of the first Indonesian players to surpass 10,000 MMR and later reached 14K, 15K, and 16K milestones—a rare progression even among elite players.

– Known for his sharp mechanical playstyle, he is often highlighted in SEA mid‑lane discussions alongside names like 23savage and Yatoro.

– He has played over 600 competitive matches and earned over $600,000 in prize money from international events.