How to Counter Xiang 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 AClash LaneWR: 50.7%Pick: 0.8%Ban: 0.0%
Best Counters to Xiang Yu
Why These Counters Work
- • Tanks and supports peel and lock Xiang Yu before they reach carry-killing range.
- • Assassins punish Xiang Yu when key defensive cooldowns are down.
- • Their kit revolves around: When his Health drops to a certain level, he gains damage reduction — counters that interrupt or outscale this win condition work best.
Common Mistakes
- • Isolating without team follow-up — Xiang Yu kites or peels against solo targets.
- • Chasing mobile carries instead of zoning {name} off objectives.
- • Skipping grievous wounds or penetration when {name} stacks sustain or armor.
FAQ
Who counters Xiang Yu?
Han Xin, Kui, Lam, Nakoruru, Wukong are strong picks into Xiang Yu on the international server.
How do you counter Xiang Yu's ultimate?
Save hard CC for when Xiang Yu commits with ultimate; spread formation and disengage during the power window.
What items help against Xiang Yu?
Build resist and HP vs Xiang Yu's damage profile (Tank); Purify or grievous wounds when their kit relies on CC or sustain.
Is Xiang Yu strong in S12 (June 2026)?
Xiang Yu is Tier A with 50.7% win rate, 0.8% pick rate, and 0.0% ban rate (Camp HOK, 2026-06-07).