Phoveus counters
At Mythic, Phoveus struggles most against Alpha (-4.6 pts), X.Borg, and Minsitthar, and has the edge over Wanwan (+6.9 pts) and Freya.Learn more
· Patch 2.2.16
Best counters for Phoveus
The heroes Phoveus 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 Phoveus's win rate.
| Hero | Gap | Ranks | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
 Alpha | -4.3 pts | 5/5 ranks | CompareCounters |
 X.Borg | -4.1 pts | 5/5 ranks | CompareCounters |
 Minsitthar | -3.6 pts | 4/5 ranks | CompareCounters |
 Bane | -3.9 pts | 3/5 ranks | CompareCounters |
 Barats | -3.5 pts | 3/5 ranks | CompareCounters |
 Esmeralda | -3.0 pts | 3/5 ranks | CompareCounters |
 Terizla | -3.2 pts | 2/5 ranks | CompareCounters |
 Balmond | -4.7 pts | 1/5 ranks | CompareCounters |
Heroes Phoveus counters
Avoid these picks against Phoveus: Phoveus's win rate rises the most against them.
| Hero | Gap | Ranks | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
 Wanwan | +5.8 pts | 5/5 ranks | CompareCounters |
 Freya | +5.3 pts | 5/5 ranks | CompareCounters |
 Harith | +5.4 pts | 4/5 ranks | CompareCounters |
 Benedetta | +4.2 pts | 4/5 ranks | CompareCounters |
 Chip | +4.4 pts | 2/5 ranks | CompareCounters |
 Ruby | +3.5 pts | 2/5 ranks | CompareCounters |
 Lukas | +3.2 pts | 2/5 ranks | CompareCounters |
 Valentina | +4.7 pts | 1/5 ranks | CompareCounters |
Counters by rank
Based on in-game win rates: the gap in points shows how much Phoveus's win rate shifts against each opponent. Each rank bracket is measured separately: a hero can counter Phoveus at one rank and matter little at another.
All ranks
Tier B · 48.7% win rate
Epic
Baseline win rate: 49.2%.
Weak against
| Hero | Gap | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Minsitthar | -3.3 pts | Counters |
| X.Borg | -2.9 pts | Counters |
| Alice | -2.6 pts | Counters |
| Alpha | -2.5 pts | Counters |
| Terizla | -2.5 pts | Counters |
| Esmeralda | -2.4 pts | Counters |
Legend
Baseline win rate: 48.6%.
Weak against
| Hero | Gap | Links |
|---|---|---|
| X.Borg | -3.9 pts | Counters |
| Minsitthar | -3.8 pts | Counters |
| Alpha | -3.3 pts | Counters |
| Barats | -3.0 pts | Counters |
| Angela | -2.8 pts | Counters |
| Bane | -2.7 pts | Counters |
Mythic
Baseline win rate: 48.4%.
Weak against
| Hero | Gap | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha | -4.6 pts | Counters |
| X.Borg | -4.1 pts | Counters |
| Minsitthar | -3.8 pts | Counters |
| Baxia | -3.1 pts | Counters |
| Esmeralda | -3.0 pts | Counters |
| Gord | -2.9 pts | Counters |
Mythical Honor
Baseline win rate: 47.9%.
Weak against
| Hero | Gap | Links |
|---|---|---|
| X.Borg | -4.7 pts | Counters |
| Alpha | -4.5 pts | Counters |
| Bane | -4.3 pts | Counters |
| Minsitthar | -3.6 pts | Counters |
| Esmeralda | -3.6 pts | Counters |
| Barats | -3.3 pts | Counters |
Mythical Glory
Baseline win rate: 48.2%.
Weak against
| Hero | Gap | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha | -6.6 pts | Counters |
| X.Borg | -4.7 pts | Counters |
| Balmond | -4.7 pts | Counters |
| Bane | -4.6 pts | Counters |
| Barats | -4.1 pts | Counters |
| Terizla | -4.0 pts | Counters |
How to counter Phoveus
Three pointers taken from the data, with no written advice: gear suited to Phoveus's damage, the game length where Phoveus wins least, and the counters in each lane.
Items against Phoveus
Rule-based, not measured
Automatic suggestions derived from Phoveus's damage type (mixed), role, specialties and most-played build. No measured win rate behind them.
Against magic damage
Against physical damage
Against healing and lifesteal
When Phoveus is weakest
Phoveus wins least in 10–12 min games (46.0%) and most in 14–16 min games (50.4%).
Stronger late game · Rank: Mythic
- 10–12 min46.0%
- 12–14 min49.1%
- 14–16 min50.4%
- 16–18 min49.5%
- 18–20 min49.1%
- 20+ min48.4%
Counters by lane
Phoveus's counters grouped by the lane they play, Phoveus's own lane first: the direct matchup.
EXP LaneDirect matchup
Mid Lane
Jungle
RoamWhat the wiki says
Relationships noted by the community wiki, with no measured figures.