How to counter Athena in Honor of Kings
Athena is an assassin who deals physical damage. Key traits: burst damage, high mobility.
Best picks against Athena
8.2 Zhang Fei Tankprotects the team from burst · strong in the current meta
7.7 Cai Yan Supportprotects the team from burst · strong in the current meta
7.6 Donghuang Tankpunishes mobile heroes
7.1 Yaria Supportprotects the team from burst · strong in the current meta
6.8 Dun Tankstrong in the current meta
6.8 Lian Po Tankstrong in the current meta
6.6 Consort Yu Marksmanpunishes mobile heroes · strong in the current meta
6.6 Augran Fighterstrong in the current meta
Items to buy against Athena
- Glacial Bucklervs physical damage
- Sage's Sanctuaryvs physical damage
Suggested build for Athena
- Boots of Resistance
- Axe of Torment
- Sky Dome
- Cuirass of Savagery
- Rapacious Bite
- Daybreaker
Arcana
- Mutationarcana
- Concealmentarcana
- Eagle Eyearcana
- Battle spell: Smite
How to play against Athena
- Athena deals burst damage: avoid checking bushes alone and add a defensive item if needed.
- Athena is very mobile: use your crowd control after it dashes.
- Athena deals physical damage: armor items slow it down.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the best counter to Athena?
The strongest picks against Athena right now are Zhang Fei, Cai Yan, and Donghuang. Zhang Fei stands out: protects the team from burst.
What items should I buy against Athena?
The most useful items against Athena: Glacial Buckler and Sage's Sanctuary.
What is the best build for Athena?
Suggested build for Athena: Boots of Resistance, Axe of Torment, Sky Dome, Cuirass of Savagery, Rapacious Bite, and Daybreaker. Arcana: Mutation, Concealment, Eagle Eye.
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