Counter Guide
Lapu-Lapu Counter Picks
Courageous Blade
C
Fighter49.2% WRThe best counters for Lapu-Lapu in Mobile Legends are Esmeralda (57.0%) and Claude (50.7%), ranked by measured head-to-head win rate from ranked matches.
The ranked counters below are measured from real head-to-head matches, not role or kit guesses. Estimated picks are matched by role and kit and clearly labelled where proven matchup data is thin.
Proven counters
2
measured win rate
Top counter
Esmeralda
57.0% win rate
Best window
Early game
to press your edge
How to Counter Lapu-Lapu in Mobile Legends
Filter by role or lane to find the best counter for your position. Proven counters are ranked by win rate from real matches; estimated picks are matched by role and kit.
Role
Lane
Proven Counters
Ranked data2Heroes with a measured win rate over Lapu-Lapu in ranked matches.
Also Effective
Estimated12Suggested from role and kit matchups against Lapu-Lapu, not measured win rate. A reliable starting point when ranked matchup data is thin.
MinsittharTier S
FighterEXP, Roam
Minsitthar can chain-stun Lapu-Lapu, cancelling the dashes Lapu-Lapu relies on to get in and out.
Strong fit
TerizlaTier B
FighterTankEXP
Terizla can chain-stun Lapu-Lapu, cancelling the dashes Lapu-Lapu relies on to get in and out.
Strong fit
LolitaTier B
SupportTankRoam
Lolita's hard CC pins Lapu-Lapu in place, denying the resets that make Lapu-Lapu slippery.
Strong fit
MarcelTier S
SupportRoam
Marcel's hard CC pins Lapu-Lapu in place, denying the resets that make Lapu-Lapu slippery.
Strong fit
MinotaurTier S
TankSupportRoam
Minotaur's hard CC pins Lapu-Lapu in place, denying the resets that make Lapu-Lapu slippery.
Strong fit
RubyTier B
FighterEXP
Ruby can chain-stun Lapu-Lapu, cancelling the dashes Lapu-Lapu relies on to get in and out.
Strong fit
Heroes Lapu-Lapu Is Strong Against
Lapu-Lapu performs well against these heroes. Consider picking Lapu-Lapu when you see them on the enemy team.
Argus
A
Lapu-Lapu outscales Argus as the match progresses, gaining a significant advantage in late game fights.
By phase
EML
53.9%
2.2%
WR delta
Popol and Kupa
B
Lapu-Lapu outscales Popol and Kupa as the match progresses, gaining a significant advantage in late game fights.
By phase
EML
52.3%
2.5%
WR delta
Silvanna
A
Lapu-Lapu outscales Silvanna as the match progresses, gaining a significant advantage in late game fights.
By phase
EML
52.0%
2.6%
WR delta
Vale
C
Lapu-Lapu can close the gap on Vale and win fights at close range where mages are vulnerable.
By phase
EML
50.1%
2.3%
WR delta
Tigreal
C
Lapu-Lapu outscales Tigreal as the match progresses, gaining a significant advantage in late game fights.
By phase
EML
45.3%
2.2%
WR delta
Game Phase Analysis for Lapu-Lapu
Lapu-Lapu is most vulnerable in the early game, where counters average a 62.2% win rate. As the match progresses, Lapu-Lapu becomes harder to shut down (50.8% mid, 45.3% late). Prioritize early aggression and ganks to build an advantage before Lapu-Lapu can scale.
Early Game0-8 min
62.2%avg WR
Lapu-Lapu is vulnerable here
Mid Game8-14 min
50.8%avg WR
Even matchup phase
Late Game14+ min
45.3%avg WR
Lapu-Lapu is strong here
Frequently Asked Questions
The best counters for Lapu-Lapu in MLBB are Esmeralda, Claude. These heroes have the highest matchup win rates against Lapu-Lapu based on ranked data. Pick any of them to gain a statistical advantage in draft.
Lapu-Lapu performs best against Argus, Popol and Kupa, Silvanna. In these matchups, Lapu-Lapu has a significant win rate advantage. Consider picking Lapu-Lapu when you see these heroes on the enemy team.
Lapu-Lapu is strongest in the early game. Counter picks are most effective later in the match, so try to extend the game and avoid early skirmishes where Lapu-Lapu has the advantage.
Advertisement