How to counter Gao in Honor of Kings
Gao is a mage who deals magic damage. Key traits: burst damage.
Best picks against Gao
8.6 Agudo Assassinkills squishy targets fast · strong in the current meta
8.6 Arke Assassinkills squishy targets fast · strong in the current meta
8.6 Sima Yi Assassinkills squishy targets fast · strong in the current meta
8.0 Butterfly Assassinkills squishy targets fast
8.0 Gao Changgong Assassinkills squishy targets fast
8.0 Lam Assassinkills squishy targets fast
8.0 Li Bai Assassinkills squishy targets fast
8.0 Cai Yan Supportprotects the team from burst · strong in the current meta
Items to buy against Gao
- Succubus Cloakvs magic damage
- Sage's Sanctuaryvs burst damage
Gao is strong against
squishy mages and marksmen
Suggested build for Gao
- Boots of the Arcane
- Scepter of Reverberation
- Savant's Wrath
- Void Staff
- Tome of Wisdom
- Splendor
Arcana
- Nightmarearcana
- Hunterarcana
- Mind's Eyearcana
- Battle spell: Flash
How to play against Gao
- Gao deals burst damage: avoid checking bushes alone and add a defensive item if needed.
- Gao is fragile: assassins and diving fighters can catch it quickly.
- Gao deals magic damage: a magic defense item makes it much easier.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the best counter to Gao?
The strongest picks against Gao right now are Agudo, Arke, and Sima Yi. Agudo stands out: kills squishy targets fast.
What items should I buy against Gao?
The most useful items against Gao: Succubus Cloak and Sage's Sanctuary.
Who is Gao strong against?
Gao is especially strong against squishy mages and marksmen.
What is the best build for Gao?
Suggested build for Gao: Boots of the Arcane, Scepter of Reverberation, Savant's Wrath, Void Staff, Tome of Wisdom, and Splendor. Arcana: Nightmare, Hunter, Mind's Eye.
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