How to Counter Sima Yi
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: 46.2%Pick: 0.3%Ban: 0.0%
Best Counters to Sima Yi
Why These Counters Work
- • Assassins punish Sima Yi when key defensive cooldowns are down.
- • Mages outrange Sima Yi in lane and force skill trades on their terms.
- • Their kit revolves around: Gains vision of casters within a range of 2000 — counters that interrupt or outscale this win condition work best.
Common Mistakes
- • Face-checking fog without knowing Sima Yi 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 Sima Yi?
Alessio, Arli, Lady Zhen, Shangguan are strong picks into Sima Yi on the international server.
How do you counter Sima Yi's ultimate?
Save hard CC for when Sima Yi commits with ultimate; spread formation and disengage during the power window.
What items help against Sima Yi?
Build resist and HP vs Sima Yi's damage profile (Assassin); Purify or grievous wounds when their kit relies on CC or sustain.
Is Sima Yi strong in S12 (June 2026)?
Sima Yi is Tier B with 46.2% win rate, 0.3% pick rate, and 0.0% ban rate (Camp HOK, 2026-06-07).