How to counter Kagura in Mobile Legends
Kagura is a mage who deals magic damage. Key traits: burst damage, crowd control, high mobility.
Best picks against Kagura
9.3 Diggie Supportprotects the team from burst · resists crowd control · strong in the current meta
8.8 Saber Assassinkills squishy targets fast · punishes mobile heroes
8.6 Ling Assassinkills squishy targets fast · strong in the current meta
8.2 Gloo Tankpunishes mobile heroes · strong in the current meta
8.2 Khufra Tankpunishes mobile heroes · strong in the current meta
8.0 Aamon Assassinkills squishy targets fast
8.0 Natalia Assassinkills squishy targets fast
8.0 Nolan Assassinkills squishy targets fast
Items to buy against Kagura
- Athena's Shieldvs magic damage
- Immortalityvs burst damage
- Winter Crownvs burst damage
- Tough Bootsshortens crowd control
Kagura is strong against
squishy mages and marksmen
Suggested build for Kagura
- Arcane Boots
- Clock of Destiny
- Lightning Truncheon
- Holy Crystal
- Divine Glaive
- Blood Wings
Emblem
- MageSet
- InspireTalent 1
- Bargain HunterTalent 2
- Lethal IgnitionCore talent
- Battle spell: Flicker
How to play against Kagura
- Kagura has crowd control: tenacity boots or spells like Purify shorten it.
- Kagura deals burst damage: avoid checking bushes alone and add a defensive item if needed.
- Kagura is very mobile: use your crowd control after it dashes.
- Kagura deals magic damage: a magic defense item makes it much easier.
- According to reliable sources, Kagura currently has a 51.5% win rate in ranked matches.
Source data
51.5% win rate in ranked matches according to mlcounters.app (date: 2026-10-14).
Frequently asked questions
Who is the best counter to Kagura?
The strongest picks against Kagura right now are Diggie, Saber, and Ling. Diggie stands out: protects the team from burst.
What items should I buy against Kagura?
The most useful items against Kagura: Athena's Shield, Immortality, Winter Crown, and Tough Boots.
Who is Kagura strong against?
Kagura is especially strong against squishy mages and marksmen.
What is the best build for Kagura?
Suggested build for Kagura: Arcane Boots, Clock of Destiny, Lightning Truncheon, Holy Crystal, Divine Glaive, and Blood Wings. Emblem: Mage, Inspire, Bargain Hunter, Lethal Ignition.
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