How to Counter Athena
Best counters in Honor of Kings S12 (June 2026)
Last updated: 2026-06-07 · Counter list from Camp HOK / HoKStats intl reference — no official matchup win rates
Tier BJunglingWR: 54.7%Pick: 0.1%Ban: 0.0%
Best Counters to Athena
Why These Counters Work
- • Tanks and supports peel and lock Athena before they reach carry-killing range.
- • Mages outrange Athena in lane and force skill trades on their terms.
- • Their kit revolves around: Able to move in her Divine form after dying — counters that interrupt or outscale this win condition work best.
Common Mistakes
- • Face-checking fog without knowing Athena position on the map.
- • Engaging 5v5 while {name} has full combo and escape tools ready.
- • Chasing a low {name} through enemy jungle without collapse.
FAQ
Who counters Athena?
Sun Bin, Guan Yu, Flowborn (Marksman), Flowborn (Mage), Angela are strong picks into Athena on the international server.
How do you counter Athena's ultimate?
Save hard CC for when Athena commits with ultimate; spread formation and disengage during the power window.
What items help against Athena?
Build resist and HP vs Athena's damage profile (Assassin); Purify or grievous wounds when their kit relies on CC or sustain.
Is Athena strong in S12 (June 2026)?
Athena is Tier B with 54.7% win rate, 0.1% pick rate, and 0.0% ban rate (Camp HOK, 2026-06-07).