How to counter Hwei in Wild Rift
Hwei is a mage who deals magic damage. Key traits: crowd control, burst damage.
Best picks against Hwei
9.2 Ekko Assassinkills squishy targets fast · strong in the current meta
9.2 Kayn Assassinkills squishy targets fast · strong in the current meta
9.2 Nidalee Assassinkills squishy targets fast · strong in the current meta
9.2 Nocturne Assassinkills squishy targets fast · strong in the current meta
8.6 Diana Assassinkills squishy targets fast · strong in the current meta
8.6 Kassadin Assassinkills squishy targets fast · strong in the current meta
8.6 Kha'Zix Assassinkills squishy targets fast · strong in the current meta
8.6 Talon Assassinkills squishy targets fast · strong in the current meta
Items to buy against Hwei
- 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
Suggested build for Hwei
- Spellslinger's Shoes
- Blackfire Torch
- Infinity Orb
- Rabadon's Deathcap
- Zhonya's Hourglass
- Void Staff
Keystone rune
- Arcane CometKeystone rune
- Battle spell: Flash + Ghost
How to play against Hwei
- Hwei has crowd control: tenacity boots or spells like Purify shorten it.
- Hwei deals burst damage: avoid checking bushes alone and add a defensive item if needed.
- Hwei is fragile: assassins and diving fighters can catch it quickly.
- Hwei deals magic damage: a magic defense item makes it much easier.
Hwei guides and news
2026-10-19 · Wild Rift · Guide
Wild Rift Hwei guide (7.3b): runes, items, spell combos and counters
Added in 7.3, Hwei is still the strongest mid laner after two nerfs. Arcane Comet, the Blackfire Torch build, his three most useful combos and what to pick against him.2026-10-19 · Wild Rift · Meta reportWild Rift meta report (7.3b, October 19, 2026): the strongest picks in every lane
After 7.3b, Malphite and Shen lead Baron, Rammus and Nocturne the jungle, Hwei the mid lane, Ashe and Senna the Dragon lane, and Braum and Sona the support role.2026-10-19 · Wild Rift · PatchWild Rift patch 7.3b: Hwei and Senna nerfed again, Jhin and Yasuo buffed
Released October 14, patch 7.3b nerfs Hwei, Nocturne, Senna and Yunara, buffs Jhin, Volibear and Yasuo, makes Statikk Shiv and Locket cheaper and Warmog's harder to trigger.Frequently asked questions
Who is the best counter to Hwei?
The strongest picks against Hwei right now are Ekko, Kayn, and Nidalee. Ekko stands out: kills squishy targets fast.
What items should I buy against Hwei?
The most useful items against Hwei: Force of Nature, Maw of Malmortius, Banshee's Veil, Sterak's Gage, Gargoyle Stoneplate, and Guardian Angel.
What is the best build for Hwei?
Suggested build for Hwei: Spellslinger's Shoes, Blackfire Torch, Infinity Orb, Rabadon's Deathcap, Zhonya's Hourglass, and Void Staff. Keystone rune: Arcane Comet.
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