5 Effective Counter Heroes for Popol and Kupa in MLBB

5 Effective Counter Heroes for Popol and Kupa in MLBB

Popol and Kupa are known as unique marksmen in Mobile Legends because they have a loyal wolf partner named Kupa. This duo often causes irritation because they can zone opponents from a safe distance while setting traps around the map.

But don't worry, there are several heroes who can be the most effective Popol counters in the Land of Dawn. Let's meet the heroes who can prevent Popol and Kupa from moving freely!

Nolan – The Elusive, Agile Assassin

Nolan Mobile Legends Bang Bang. (Source: ONE Esports/Google)

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If you want to play fast and immediately hit Popol from behind, Nolan is the right choice. His mobility is incredibly high thanks to his dash skill, which allows him to easily get in and out of teamfights. Furthermore, Nolan also has massive burst damage, which can instantly take Popol down before he can summon Kupa again.

The tip: Use the combo of skills 1 and 2 to chase Popol, then activate your ultimate to clear his trap area. Popol won't have time to escape if you execute it with perfect timing.

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Natalia – The Assassin Silent Killer

Natalia counter (1) — Natalia – Deadly Mamba. Source: WikiFandom

The second hero who is a nightmare for Popol is Natalia. With her stealth and massive burst damage, Natalia can ambush Popol from the bushes without being noticed. Once she appears, a single skill combo is enough to finish him off before Kupa can even intervene.

Popol, as a marksman who is vulnerable and very dependent on positioning, will have a very hard time fighting Natalia because of her stealth abilities.

As a result, Popol & Kupa will be constantly on guard and lose momentum. The key to success with Natalia is patiently waiting for the right moment and ensuring Popol's traps don't reveal your position.

Gusion – Fast Burst, Instant Disappearance

the most expensive skin on mobile — Source: MLBB. Gusion – Cosmic Gleam

The next MLBB hero who's very effective as a Popol & Kupa counter is Gusion. This hero can quickly launch with Sword Spike, then spam daggers and ultimates to finish Popol off in seconds.

Gusion's advantage over other assassins is his ability to quickly enter and exit danger zones. So, even if Popol has traps around the lane, Gusion can still freely attack from unexpected angles.

Make sure you time your combo skills correctly, because if you make a wrong move, Gusion could get ganked back by an aggressive Kupa.

Silvanna – Key to the Popol Movement

build silvanna — Silvanna MLBB. Source: Official Site

If you prefer a hero with strong control, Silvanna could be the best choice. Her ultimate, Imperial Justice, can instantly pin Popol down, preventing him from escaping. Once Popol is stunned, you can simply spam skills 1 and 2 to finish him off.

Silvanna is also thick enough to withstand Kupa's attacks, so you don't have to worry about being countered. This counter is perfect if you're playing in the EXP lane or want to help your team in the mid-game when Popol starts pushing turrets.

Esmeralda – Absorb Kupa's Shield, Long Lasting

Lastly, there's Esmeralda, a mage-tank hero renowned for her ability to absorb opponents' shields. This makes Esmeralda a natural counter to Popol, as Kupa frequently provides Popol with additional shields. With her Frostmoon Shield skill, Esmeralda can absorb those shields for herself and stay in lane longer.

Furthermore, Esmeralda's mobility is excellent enough to chase down Popol, who tries to escape. In the late game, she can fight for extended periods without fear of running out of HP due to her immense lifesteal and shield.

Popol and Kupa are annoying, but that doesn't mean they're unbeatable. By choosing heroes with high mobility and high burst damage like Nolan, Natalia, and Gusion, you can put pressure on Popol early in the game. Meanwhile, Silvanna and Esmeralda can be solid choices for control and sustain in the mid to late game.

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So, if in your next match you meet the aggressive Popol and Kupa, just pick one of the five heroes above, guaranteed he will lose his edge in the Land of Dawn!