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Meta Analysis

Patch 1.8.78: What to Play

·3 buffed·3 nerfed

The TL;DR

Helcurt revamp + defensive equipment nerf + tank base-defense buff.

What to play this patch

Tanks win this patch. Helcurt mains: rework window.

The meta shift

Major balance shift reducing defensive item values while buffing tank hero base defense. Helcurt gets a redesign with new prowler-state mechanics. Blood Wings rework and Holy Crystal price increase reshape mage itemization.

Buffed this patch (3)

ChipTankbuff

Passive healing + damage increased.

GlooTankbuff

Survivability + solo-kill potential raised.

YveMagebuff

Faster lane clear + stronger skills.

Nerfed this patch (3)

KarrieMarksmannerf

Phantom Step cooldown mobility reduced.

MinotaurTanknerf

Healing + CC effectiveness lowered.

MathildaSupportnerf

Ultimate CD 40s → 65s.

Reworks & New (1)

HelcurtAssassinREWORK

Complete redesign — new prowler state mechanics.

Item changes

Blood WingsREWORK

Price reduced 3000 → 2100; shield mechanic reworked.

Holy Crystaladjustment

Price raised to 3000; magic power enhanced.