Dota 2 Guilds Guide: Create, Join, Earn Rewards
Verified November 7, 2026 · Status: live feature
Dota 2 Guilds let you join up to 3 guilds at once, each with 8-100 members, earning weekly Guild Contracts for Battle Pass points and seasonal rewards — climb the Guild Points leaderboard by playing with guildmates, or create your own 25-slot guild for 100 Shards (earnable from quests). Verified on 7 November 2026.
Source: Valve — Dota 2 Blog — Guilds.
Symptom → cause → first action
| Problem | Likely cause | First action |
|---|---|---|
| Can’t create guild | Need 100 Shards | Earn Shards from daily quests |
| Hit guild cap (3) | Each account max 3 guilds | Leave one guild to join new |
| Guild Contract not progressing | Played but not with guildmate | Queue with guildmate to count |
| Guild XP seems slow | Need active guildmates playing | Recruit active members |
| Can’t kick member | Only guild leader has kick power | Ask leader; or leave if frustrated |
| Guild disbanded | Leader left without transferring | Reform; create new guild |
Guild sizes and tiers
| Size | Capacity | Features |
|---|---|---|
| Starter (25 members) | Up to 25 | Basic Guild Contracts, chat, roster |
| Expanded (50 members) | Up to 50 | +Guild emblem + more contracts |
| Max (100 members) | Up to 100 | +Guild ranked leaderboard participation |
Expanding guild size requires Guild Points earned over time.
Creating a guild
- Dashboard → Guild tab → Create Guild.
- Choose name (unique) + 3-letter tag.
- Pay 100 Shards (earnable from Daily Hero Challenges).
- Pick emblem color + icon.
- Invite members (up to 25 at start).
Joining a guild
- Guild tab → Browse Guilds.
- Search by name, region, or language.
- Click Join — some guilds are open-invite, others request-only.
- If invite-only → send request → wait for leader approval.
- Max 3 guilds per account.
Guild Contracts
- What they are: Weekly quests for guild members to complete together.
- How to progress: Play matches with 1+ guildmate on your team.
- Typical targets: Win 3 games, deal 100k damage total, play 5 heroes variety.
- Reward: Guild Points, Battle Points (if pass active), Shards.
- Weekly reset: Guild contracts refresh weekly along with Battle Pass.
Guild Points and leaderboard
| Earn Guild Points via | Amount |
|---|---|
| Win with guildmate | 50-200 per game |
| Complete Guild Contract | 500-2,000 per contract |
| Active member bonus | Daily login streak |
| Guild activity events | Special boosts during events |
Guild Points determine guild tier on the regional leaderboard. Top guilds appear in the Guild Browser with featured status.
Guild roles and permissions
| Role | Permissions |
|---|---|
| Leader (1) | Everything — rename, disband, kick, transfer leadership |
| Officer (5-10 typical) | Invite members, kick regular members, set guild description |
| Member | Participate in contracts, chat, basic roster view |
| Inactive member | Still counted; can be removed to make room |
Guild activity rewards
- Weekly Guild Treasure: random cosmetic drop from guild milestones.
- Guild emblem + color customization.
- Guild-exclusive chat wheel lines.
- Co-op achievements for completing contracts together.
- Battle Pass bonus points from guild activities.
If guild features aren’t working
- Can’t invite? → check guild capacity; invite requires officer+ permission.
- Contract not updating? → verify you played with a guildmate in your match.
- Points not stacking? → log out and back in; occasional sync delay.
- Can’t find a guild by name? → confirm the guild is public; private guilds don’t appear in browse.
- Leader hasn’t been online? → guilds with inactive leaders can be transferred by officer vote (varies).
- Related: Battle Pass, TI tradition, LPQ, hero tier list.
- Still stuck → Steam Support ticket.
FAQ
What are Dota 2 Guilds?
Social organizations within Dota 2. Join up to 3 guilds, work together on weekly Guild Contracts, earn Guild Points and leaderboard position. Features chat, roster, shared cosmetics.
How many guilds can I join?
3 maximum per account. Leave one to join a different one. You can be in multiple guilds simultaneously and earn contracts across all of them.
How do I create a guild?
Dashboard → Guild tab → Create Guild. Pay 100 Shards (earnable from daily quests). Choose name, tag, emblem. Starts at 25-member capacity, can expand with Guild Points.
How do I earn Guild Points?
Win matches with guildmates, complete Guild Contracts (weekly quests), stay active with daily logins. Guild Points determine tier on regional leaderboard.
Can I kick a guild member?
Officer and leader roles have kick authority. Regular members cannot kick. If you’re having trouble with a member, escalate to a guild officer.
What happens if my guild leader leaves?
Officer rank can inherit leadership (varies by guild). If no officers active, the guild may enter “stale” state; rare case is guild disband.
Do guild contracts help my Battle Pass?
Yes — Guild Contract completion awards Battle Points if you have an active Battle Pass. Guild activity is one of the efficient Battle Point sources.
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