How to Counter Nakoruru
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 AJunglingWR: 51.1%Pick: 0.7%Ban: 0.1%
Best Counters to Nakoruru
Why These Counters Work
- • Assassins punish Nakoruru when key defensive cooldowns are down.
- • Mages outrange Nakoruru in lane and force skill trades on their terms.
- • Their kit revolves around: Enhances her next Basic Attack after landing a skill hit, dealing extra damage — counters that interrupt or outscale this win condition work best.
Common Mistakes
- • Face-checking fog without knowing Nakoruru 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 Nakoruru?
Diaochan, Fang, Garo, Shouyue, Nuwa are strong picks into Nakoruru on the international server.
How do you counter Nakoruru's ultimate?
Save hard CC for when Nakoruru commits with ultimate; spread formation and disengage during the power window.
What items help against Nakoruru?
Build resist and HP vs Nakoruru's damage profile (Assassin); Purify or grievous wounds when their kit relies on CC or sustain.
Is Nakoruru strong in S12 (June 2026)?
Nakoruru is Tier A with 51.1% win rate, 0.7% pick rate, and 0.1% ban rate (Camp HOK, 2026-06-07).