Regarding the DotA version, either stick with 5.84c or 6.27b. There's no point to play v6.12 since it has been changed and tweaked numerous times due to balancing and bugs issues.

6.12 --> 6.27b You already can think how many changes they've made.

I disagree with people saying that using v6.27b as the tournament version would discourage teams to join.

As long as the prize money is alluring enough, people will still join. Pros are pros whether v5 or v6 DotA, they still can excel.

For me personally, I would like to see v.6.27b as the map to be used, as this would open up more possibilities, fresh strategies and gameplay. Don't get me wrong, I still play v5.84c these days but it's just getting too dull with strategies, hero line ups and some of the rules for v5.84c.

Maybe it's time for one cyber cafe to make the 1st step.

my eyes are blurred......