On October 17, Honor of Kings (HoK) rolled out its latest hero adjustments, targeting five heroes and one item in need of buffs to achieve better balance. This update is particularly significant as all five heroes featured have win rates below 50%, indicating a pressing need for enhancements to improve their performance in matches.
Key Buffs and Changes
Wukong Buffs
Wukong receives vital upgrades that enhance both his offense and defense, allowing him to thrive in combat.
- Base Physical Defense:
- Before: 94 (+20.8 per hero level)
- Now: 150 (+20.8 per hero level)
- Passive Ability – The Great Sage:
- Enhanced Basic Attack Base Damage:
- Before: 475 (+100% Physical Attack)
- Now: 475 (+10 per hero level) (+100% Physical Attack)
- Enhanced Basic Attack Base Damage:
- Ultimate – Golden Cudgel:
- Cooldown:
- Before: 40s (-5s per skill level)
- Now: 35s (-5s per skill level)
- Cooldown:
Kongming Buffs
Kongming’s adjustments focus on improving his damage output and overall agility, particularly during the early stages of the game.
- Skill 1 – Arcane Assault:
- Base Damage:
- Before: 500 (+100 per skill level)(+70% Magical Attack)
- Now: 500 (+100 per skill level)(+80% Magical Attack)
- Base Damage:
- Skill 2 – Time Shift:
- Stock Time:
- Before: 10s (-0.4s per skill level)
- Now: 8s (-0.3s per skill level)
- Stock Time:
Liu Shan Buffs
Liu Shan’s defensive capabilities are adjusted, granting him a weaker shield initially but increasing its effectiveness as he builds more defensive items.
- Skill 1 – Overcharge!:
- Shield Granted:
- Before: 600 (+240 per skill level)
- Now: 600 (+120 per skill level) (14% extra Health)
- Shield Granted:
Arthur Buffs
Arthur gains a significant boost in early-game performance, making him more competitive against enemy laners.
- Skill 1 – Valiant Charge:
- Cooldown:
- Before: 10s (-1s per skill level)
- Now: 8s (-0.6s per skill level)
- Cooldown:
- Enhanced Basic Attack Damage:
- Before: 180 (+25 per skill level)(100% Physical Attack)
- Now: 325 (+65 per skill level)(100% Physical Attack)
Biron Buffs
The passive ability of Dragon’s Rage is now extended to apply to structures, enhancing its utility for pushing objectives.
- Passive – Divine Power:
- Before: Applied only to heroes
- Now: Applies to both heroes and structures
Looking Ahead
Typically, Honor of Kings implements hero adjustments twice a month, with the next round scheduled for October 31. These updates reflect the developers’ commitment to maintaining balance within the game, ensuring that players can engage with a diverse range of heroes effectively.
As players adapt to these changes, expect to see an increase in the utilization of Wukong, Kongming, Liu Shan, Arthur, and Biron in upcoming matches. By focusing on their strengths and making strategic decisions based on these buffs, players can enhance their gameplay experience and overall performance in Honor of Kings.