How to Counter Guan Yu
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 BClash LaneWR: 48.7%Pick: 0.4%Ban: 0.1%
Best Counters to Guan Yu
Why These Counters Work
- • Hou Yi, Marco Polo, Lady Sun fit the current international counter list for this matchup.
- • Early pressure before Guan Yu completes core items and hits power spikes.
Common Mistakes
- • Trading on even cooldowns when Guan Yu wins extended fights.
- • Starting dragons or Tyrant while {name} has ultimate available.
- • Blind-picking without banning or counter-picking into {name}'s comfort matchups.
FAQ
Who counters Guan Yu?
Hou Yi, Marco Polo, Lady Sun are strong picks into Guan Yu on the international server.
How do you counter Guan Yu's ultimate?
Save hard CC for when Guan Yu commits with ultimate; spread formation and disengage during the power window.
What items help against Guan Yu?
Build resist and HP vs Guan Yu's damage profile (Warrior); Purify or grievous wounds when their kit relies on CC or sustain.
Is Guan Yu strong in S12 (June 2026)?
Guan Yu is Tier B with 48.7% win rate, 0.4% pick rate, and 0.1% ban rate (Camp HOK, 2026-06-07).