How to counter Pyke
Pyke is a support who deals physical damage. Key traits: burst damage, crowd control, high mobility.
Best picks against Pyke
9.9 Janna Supportprotects the team from burst · punishes mobile heroes · strong in the current meta
8.8 Lulu Supportprotects the team from burst · punishes mobile heroes
8.2 Galio Tankprotects the team from burst · strong in the current meta
8.2 Morgana Supportresists crowd control · strong in the current meta
8.2 Sona Supportprotects the team from burst · strong in the current meta
8.2 Soraka Supportprotects the team from burst · strong in the current meta
7.6 Nami Supportprotects the team from burst · strong in the current meta
7.6 Olaf Fighterresists crowd control · strong in the current meta
Items to buy against Pyke
- Dead Man's Platevs physical damage
- Guardian Angelvs physical damage
- Zhonya's Hourglassvs physical damage
- Sterak's Gagevs burst damage
- Gargoyle Stoneplatevs burst damage
- Mercury's Treadsshortens crowd control
Pyke is strong against
squishy mages and marksmen
Suggested build for Pyke
- Plated Steelcaps
- Duskblade of Draktharr
- Youmuu's Ghostblade
- Serylda's Grudge
- Death's Dance
- Guardian Angel
Keystone rune
- ElectrocuteKeystone rune
- Battle spell: Flash + Smite
How to play against Pyke
- Pyke has crowd control: tenacity boots or spells like Purify shorten it.
- Pyke deals burst damage: avoid checking bushes alone and add a defensive item if needed.
- Pyke is very mobile: use your crowd control after it dashes.
- Pyke deals physical damage: armor items slow it down.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the best counter to Pyke?
The strongest picks against Pyke right now are Janna, Lulu, and Galio. Janna stands out: protects the team from burst.
What items should I buy against Pyke?
The most useful items against Pyke: Dead Man's Plate, Guardian Angel, Zhonya's Hourglass, Sterak's Gage, Gargoyle Stoneplate, and Mercury's Treads.
Who is Pyke strong against?
Pyke is especially strong against squishy mages and marksmen.
What is the best build for Pyke?
Suggested build for Pyke: Plated Steelcaps, Duskblade of Draktharr, Youmuu's Ghostblade, Serylda's Grudge, Death's Dance, and Guardian Angel. Keystone rune: Electrocute.
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