Paquito counters
At Mythic, Paquito struggles most against Esmeralda (-3.3 pts), Khufra, and Phoveus, and has the edge over Natalia (+3.2 pts) and X.Borg.Learn more
· Patch 2.2.16
Best counters for Paquito
The heroes Paquito loses to the most, rank by rank: a counter listed in several ranks is a consistent one. The gap is the average, in points of Paquito's win rate.
| Hero | Gap | Ranks | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
 Esmeralda | -3.0 pts | 5/5 ranks | CompareCounters |
 Khufra | -2.2 pts | 5/5 ranks | CompareCounters |
 Chip | -1.8 pts | 5/5 ranks | CompareCounters |
 Phoveus | -1.8 pts | 4/5 ranks | CompareCounters |
 Melissa | -1.5 pts | 3/5 ranks | CompareCounters |
 Fredrinn | -1.5 pts | 2/5 ranks | CompareCounters |
 Gloo | -1.9 pts | 1/5 ranks | CompareCounters |
 Baxia | -1.7 pts | 1/5 ranks | CompareCounters |
Heroes Paquito counters
Avoid these picks against Paquito: Paquito's win rate rises the most against them.
| Hero | Gap | Ranks | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
 Natalia | +3.4 pts | 5/5 ranks | CompareCounters |
 X.Borg | +2.9 pts | 5/5 ranks | CompareCounters |
 Karina | +2.6 pts | 5/5 ranks | CompareCounters |
 Yve | +2.4 pts | 3/5 ranks | CompareCounters |
 Benedetta | +1.5 pts | 3/5 ranks | CompareCounters |
 Helcurt | +1.7 pts | 2/5 ranks | CompareCounters |
 Wanwan | +1.7 pts | 2/5 ranks | CompareCounters |
 Aldous | +1.5 pts | 2/5 ranks | CompareCounters |
Counters by rank
Based on in-game win rates: the gap in points shows how much Paquito's win rate shifts against each opponent. Each rank bracket is measured separately: a hero can counter Paquito at one rank and matter little at another.
All ranks
Tier S+ · 50.3% win rate
Epic
Baseline win rate: 50.1%.
Weak against
| Hero | Gap | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | -2.3 pts | Counters |
| Esmeralda | -2.2 pts | Counters |
| Gloo | -1.9 pts | Counters |
| Khufra | -1.8 pts | Counters |
| Phoveus | -1.6 pts | Counters |
| Terizla | -1.6 pts | Counters |
Legend
Baseline win rate: 50.6%.
Weak against
| Hero | Gap | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Esmeralda | -2.8 pts | Counters |
| Khufra | -2.4 pts | Counters |
| Phoveus | -2.1 pts | Counters |
| Fredrinn | -1.7 pts | Counters |
| Melissa | -1.5 pts | Counters |
| Chip | -1.5 pts | Counters |
Mythic
Baseline win rate: 50.7%.
Weak against
| Hero | Gap | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Esmeralda | -3.3 pts | Counters |
| Khufra | -2.6 pts | Counters |
| Phoveus | -1.9 pts | Counters |
| Chip | -1.9 pts | Counters |
| Cyclops | -1.4 pts | Counters |
| Fredrinn | -1.4 pts | Counters |
Mythical Honor
Baseline win rate: 50.4%.
Weak against
| Hero | Gap | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Esmeralda | -3.4 pts | Counters |
| Khufra | -2.3 pts | Counters |
| Chip | -1.8 pts | Counters |
| Phoveus | -1.7 pts | Counters |
| Minsitthar | -1.4 pts | Counters |
| Melissa | -1.4 pts | Counters |
Mythical Glory
Baseline win rate: 49.3%.
Weak against
| Hero | Gap | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Esmeralda | -3.1 pts | Counters |
| Khufra | -1.9 pts | Counters |
| Chip | -1.7 pts | Counters |
| Baxia | -1.7 pts | Counters |
| Saber | -1.7 pts | Counters |
| Melissa | -1.5 pts | Counters |
How to counter Paquito
Three pointers taken from the data, with no written advice: gear suited to Paquito's damage, the game length where Paquito wins least, and the counters in each lane.
Items against Paquito
Rule-based, not measured
Automatic suggestions derived from Paquito's damage type (physical), role, specialties and most-played build. No measured win rate behind them.
Against physical damage
When Paquito is weakest
Paquito wins least in 18–20 min games (49.6%) and most in 10–12 min games (52.3%).
Stronger early game · Rank: Mythic
- 10–12 min52.3%
- 12–14 min51.0%
- 14–16 min49.9%
- 16–18 min49.8%
- 18–20 min49.6%
- 20+ min50.0%
Counters by lane
Paquito's counters grouped by the lane they play, Paquito's own lane first: the direct matchup.
EXP LaneDirect matchup
Gold Lane
Mid Lane
Jungle
RoamWhat the wiki says
Relationships noted by the community wiki, with no measured figures.