How to counter Akali in Wild Rift
Akali is an assassin who deals magic damage. Key traits: burst damage, high mobility.
Best picks against Akali
9.7 Janna Supportprotects the team from burst · punishes mobile heroes · strong in the current meta
8.8 Galio Tankprotects the team from burst · strong in the current meta
8.5 Lulu Supportprotects the team from burst · punishes mobile heroes
8.2 Poppy Tankpunishes mobile heroes · strong in the current meta
7.7 Sona Supportprotects the team from burst · strong in the current meta
7.7 Soraka Supportprotects the team from burst · strong in the current meta
7.6 Alistar Tankpunishes mobile heroes
7.1 Nami Supportprotects the team from burst · strong in the current meta
Items to buy against Akali
- Force of Naturevs magic damage
- Maw of Malmortiusvs magic damage
- Banshee's Veilvs magic damage
- Sterak's Gagevs burst damage
- Gargoyle Stoneplatevs burst damage
- Guardian Angelvs burst damage
Akali is strong against
squishy mages and marksmen
Suggested build for Akali
- Boots of Mana
- Lich Bane
- Rabadon's Deathcap
- Void Staff
- Zhonya's Hourglass
- Banshee's Veil
Keystone rune
- ElectrocuteKeystone rune
- Battle spell: Flash + Smite
How to play against Akali
- Akali deals burst damage: avoid checking bushes alone and add a defensive item if needed.
- Akali is very mobile: use your crowd control after it dashes.
- Akali deals magic damage: a magic defense item makes it much easier.
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Who is the best counter to Akali?
The strongest picks against Akali right now are Janna, Galio, and Lulu. Janna stands out: protects the team from burst.
What items should I buy against Akali?
The most useful items against Akali: Force of Nature, Maw of Malmortius, Banshee's Veil, Sterak's Gage, Gargoyle Stoneplate, and Guardian Angel.
Who is Akali strong against?
Akali is especially strong against squishy mages and marksmen.
What is the best build for Akali?
Suggested build for Akali: Boots of Mana, Lich Bane, Rabadon's Deathcap, Void Staff, Zhonya's Hourglass, and Banshee's Veil. Keystone rune: Electrocute.
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