How to Counter Garuda
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 AMid LaneWR: 51.3%Pick: 0.8%Ban: 0.0%
Best Counters to Garuda
Why These Counters Work
- • Long-range mages poke her before she can fly in with Skill 2.
- • Anti-air hard CC (Donghuang, suppression) grounds her mid-flight.
- • Early invades punish her weak clear before first item.
Common Mistakes
- • Standing still when she marks you — move unpredictably to dodge dive angle.
- • Engaging when her ultimate lifesteal is active without burst focus.
- • Letting her scale uncontested on a winning side lane.
FAQ
Who counters Garuda?
Li Xin, Kaizer, Dun are strong picks into Garuda on the international server.
How do you counter Garuda's ultimate?
Burst her during ult before lifesteal heals back; use grievous wounds and CC when she lands.
What items help against Garuda?
Magic resist and HP; grievous wounds if she builds lifesteal mage items.
Is Garuda strong in S12 (June 2026)?
Garuda is Tier A with 51.3% win rate, 0.8% pick rate, and 0.0% ban rate (Camp HOK, 2026-06-07).