#counter picking

[neatbender]

[leagueoflessons-blog]

The Business of Counter-Picking

     Like any game with multiple characters to choose from, some will always be able to have a certain edge over a few others. In the simplest terms possible, think of it like rock-paper-scissors. That's not to say if you get counter-picked then you can't win. It will still come down to who has the most skill, but it doesn't change the fact that some will have an advantage. Since listing every champion and their counters would be an exhausting and unbelievably long post, the easiest way is to link to two great resources that already offer such service.

     However, before I send curious minds off to see what their favorite champions counter and who counters them, I want to make a few things relatively clear. First off, you should always pick a champion you're comfortable with and never go straight for a counter unless you're comfortable with said counter. For example, let's take Ahri. She can do fairly well against Karthus with her burst while Ryze is fairly even. The difference is you've played as Ahri maybe once or twice compared to Ryze's 100 games. Long story short, just choose Ryze. It's not worth it picking a champ you have little experience with just to be able to say you counter-picked. Second, don't freak out if you've been countered yourself. Taking a deep breath and remembering what gives them the edge so that you can nullify it is the best way to deal with it. Now that you have those in mind, go learn up on counters here:

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