Franco, an eminently enjoyable hero with skills designed to pull foes towards him for final annihilation. Franco, with his ability to suppress enemies and high durability, quickly becomes a lethal threat in combat. But do not fret, the odds are never zero. This guide provides tips and strategies to counter Franco effectively.
Understanding Franco’s Capabilities
Franco has a high crowd control capability and healing ability. He can easily exert pressure on the enemy. His skills include:
- Passive: Wasteland Force (Buff)
- Skill 1: Iron Hook (CC, Damage)
- Skill 2: Fury Shock (Slow)
- Ultimate: Bloody Hunt (Burst, CC)
However, it’s equally crucial to acknowledge his weaknesses. Franco lacks the ability to escape and requires substantial mana to utilize his skills. His abilities depend majorly on Iron Hook and Bloody Hunt.
Techniques to Counter Franco
To counter Franco, one must adopt the following strategies:
- Choose mobile heroes to evade Franco’s abilities
- Utilize items that can curb Franco’s healing ability
- Be unpredictable in your movement to avoid Franco’s hooks
- Try not to get too close to Franco as his ultimate can suppress you
- Maintain good vision control to prevent ganks
- Keep healthier troops or minions in front of you to block the Iron Hook
Heroes Opposing Franco
These heroes generally boast higher winning rates against Franco:
- Chou
- Freya
- Valir
- Martis
- Minsitthar
Conversely, these heroes often struggle against Franco and have low win rates:
- Eudora
- Layla
- Clint
- Miya
- Moskov
Suitable Items
For increase effectiveness against Franco, equip specific items:
- To restrict Franco’s healing, use the Sea Halberd, Necklace of Durance, and Dominance Ice
- When Franco possesses high armor and magic resistance, consider the Malefic Roar, Genius Wand, and Divine Glaive
- To smoothly kite Franco, use items like Corrosion Scythe, Ice Queen Wand, and Thunder Belt
- For damaging Franco based on his health percentage, use the Demon Hunter Sword and Glowing Wand
Although Franco’s abilities might seem daunting, a strategic approach focusing on his weaknesses can swing the game in your favor. Remember, the battlefield is as much of a mind game as it is about combat skills. Happy playing!