How to Counter Julian in MLBB

Top 5 Counter Picks for Julian

Heroes that statistically perform above average against Julian in ranked play. Win rate is shown vs Julian specifically, not the hero's overall win rate.

1. #1
   Esmeralda Tank Soft counter
   43.4% vs Julian +2.3% edge

   Soft counter — matchup tilts against this hero but is playable.

2. #2
   Diggie Support Soft counter
   53.4% vs Julian +2.1% edge

   Soft counter — matchup tilts against this hero but is playable.

3. #3
   Sun Fighter Soft counter
   53.4% vs Julian +2.0% edge

   Soft counter — matchup tilts against this hero but is playable.

4. #4
   Faramis Support Soft counter
   50.1% vs Julian +2.0% edge

   Soft counter — matchup tilts against this hero but is playable.

5. #5
   X.Borg Fighter Soft counter
   49.6% vs Julian +1.9% edge

   Soft counter — matchup tilts against this hero but is playable.

Items That Counter Julian

The most effective item picks against Julian's kit — derived from Julian's speciality tags and role.

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  Athena's Shield Magic damage reduction — essential against sustained magic dealers.
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  Radiant Armor Magic damage reduction — essential against sustained magic dealers.
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  Wind of Nature Invulnerability on activation — lets you survive burst combos.
• Winter Truncheon Invulnerability on activation — lets you survive burst combos.

How to Beat Julian — Strategy

Julian is a assassin. The same strategic principles that beat assassins in general apply to Julian specifically:

1. Build defensive items early — Athena's Shield, Radiant Armor or Antique Cuirass before your second damage item.
2. Ward jungle entrances and river crossings to deny the gank setup assassins rely on.
3. Group with your team — assassins thrive when carries are alone.
4. Save your hard-CC for their dive — burst windows are short, lock them down before they get out.