Liang
Liang is a recommended climb pick this patch:
- Tier S+ in current meta
- 51.0% win rate — above average
- 4.9% ban rate — draft priority
Based on Camp HOK tier, win/pick/ban rates — not a guarantee in every draft.
See all lane climb picks →Liang: Every second hit on the same target within a short time will deal an extra strike of damage.
Build core
Rush Boots of the Arcane, Scepter of Reverberation, Mask of Agony, then complete Savant's Wrath, Splendor, Void Staff
Combo
Power Word - Barrier → Power Word - Fate → Power Word - Control → weave basic attacks
Draft
Liang excels into Han Xin, Lam, Mulan. Avoid blind picking into Li Xin, Mayene, Mulan without team peel.
Best Build for Liang
End-game item order with gold costs and slot notes. Purchase path may differ in-match.
Build philosophy
Liang benefits from Magic attack, Cooldown reduction, Penetration — match items and runes to kit scaling.
Passive: Every second hit on the same target within a short time will deal an extra strike of damage.
Arcana: Prioritize runes that boost Magic attack, Cooldown reduction, Penetration for this hero's passive and skill scaling.
4 presets — switch by draft, lane, or CN meta. Default matches Mid Lane when available.
| # | Item | Gold | Stats | Why |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Venomous Staff | 2,040g | MATK +240, CDR +7.5%, MSPD +7.5% Lowers Health Regen | Fits Magic attack priority — Passive - Imperil — When a Basic Attack or skill hits an enemy, it reduces their Health recovery and Lifesteal by 35%. Lasts 2.5s. |
| 2 |  Mask of Agony | 2,080g | MATK +100, CDR +7.5%, HP +900 Boosts skill damage | Fits Magic attack priority — Passive - Torment — When a skill hits a target, deals magical damage equal to 3% of their current Health 4 times over 3s (damage capped at 200 against monsters). |
| 3 |  Sage's Tome | 2,610g | MATK +350, CDR +10% Great for mages | Fits Magic attack priority — Passive - Enlightenment — Every 100 Magical Attack increases damage dealt by 0.5% and grants 0.5% damage reduction. |
| 4 |  Savant's Wrath | 2,140g | MATK +210 Greatly boosts MATK | Fits Magic attack priority — Passive - Doom — {ap} +30% |
| 5 |  Splendor | 2,080g | MATK +160, CDR +7.5%, Magical Lifesteal +12% Temp. invincibility | Temp. invincibility supports your Magic attack focus. |
| 6 |  Void Staff | 2,040g | MATK +210, HP +500, CDR +5% Anti-tank | Fits Magic attack priority — Passive - Devastation — Magical Pierce +45% |
Best Arcana & Spells
| Slot | Choice | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Primary | Nightmare | Recommended for Mage Mid Lane |
| Spell | Flash | Adjust Purify/Execute based on enemy dive. |
Skill Order
Skill 2 → Skill 1 → Power Word - Control (max Skill 2 first)
Max primary utility/damage skill first, then Power Word - Barrier, and Power Word - Control on cooldown.
Combos
1. Standard trade
Power Word - Barrier → Power Word - Fate → Power Word - Control → weave basic attacks
When: Mid Lane skirmish or objective fight
Abilities
Passive
Power Word - Trance
Every second hit on the same target within a short time will deal an extra strike of damage.
Skill 1
Power Word - Barrier
Summons 4 barriers that shatter when touched by an enemy, inflicting damage, stun, and slow. Damage and slowing effects are reduced for enemies that touch multiple barriers.
Skill 2
Power Word - Fate
Conjures a magic circle that deals damage to enemies within range while granting vision of the area. Liang gains Movement Speed while inside his magic circle.
Ultimate
Power Word - Control
Suppresses an enemy hero, dealing damage over time. When the suppression is complete, deals damage and stuns enemies in range.
Counters & Matchups
Liang is strong into
Pick Liang when the enemy drafts these heroes.
Liang struggles into
Avoid Liang or ban these when they appear on the enemy team.
Playstyle & Ranked Tips
Laning Phase
Control first wave without taking free poke. Roam after pushing wave 2–4 to side lanes with your jungler.
Teamfight Role
Poke from max range before objective. Save hard CC for enemy dive or your carry peel window.
High Rank (Diamond+)
Liang is a Tier S+ staple in high-elo (Diamond+) on the international server — worth mastering for climb. Ban rate 5.0% — expect Liang to be removed in tryhard lobbies; have a backup in the same role.
vs Similar Heroes
- Liang vs Daji (Mage, Tier S+): Daji is 2.4% pick / 51.0% WR. Liang has +0.4% WR vs Daji in Camp data. Choose Liang when you need Mid Lane identity; choose Daji for Mid Lane comfort.
- Liang vs Angela (Mage, Tier S+): Angela is 2.3% pick / 51.8% WR. Angela wins 0.4% more often globally. Choose Liang when you need Mid Lane identity; choose Angela for Mid Lane comfort.
FAQ
What is the best Liang build?
Recommended: Venomous Staff, Mask of Agony, Sage's Tome, Savant's Wrath, Splendor, Void Staff.
How to counter Liang?
Pick Li Xin, Mayene, Mulan. Strong into Han Xin, Lam, Mulan.
Is Liang good in current season?
Liang is Tier S+ Mage with 51.02% win rate, 0.78% pick rate, and 4.9% ban rate (Camp HOK international).