How To Counter Lukas Using Balmond

Lukas versus Balmond

Lukas vs Balmond: Head-to-Head Analysis (No Items)

Let’s analyze the battlefield scenario between Lukas and Balmond without any items. We’ll evaluate their damage output, survivability, and utility. For this analysis, we'll assume both heroes have a base Physical Attack (PA) of 250 and start at the same health.

1. Skill Damage Computation

Lukas’ Skills:

1. Flash Step → Flash Strike (Enhanced)

   • Damage = 60 + (125% of 250)
   • Calculation: $$60 + (1.25 \times 250) = 60 + 312.5 = 372.5 \text{ Physical Damage}$$
     

2. Flash Combo with 2 Vigor Stacks (Pulverize + Spins)

   • Pulverize Damage: $$300 + (120\% \text{ of } 250) = 300 + 300 = 600 \text{ Physical Damage}$$
     
   • Spin Damage (3 hits): $$3 \times (100 + 50\% \text{ of } 250) = 3 \times (100 + 125) = 3 \times 225 = 675 \text{ Physical Damage}$$
     
   • Total for Flash Combo: $$600 + 675 = 1,275 \text{ Physical Damage}$$
     

3. Shockwave Blast (Initial Blast + 3 Aftershocks)

   • Initial Blast: $$300 + (100\% \text{ of } 250) = 300 + 250 = 550 \text{ Physical Damage}$$
     
   • Aftershocks: $$3 \times [80 + (25\% \text{ of } 250)] = 3 \times (80 + 62.5) = 3 \times 142.5 = 427.5 \text{ Physical Damage}$$
     
   • Total for Shockwave Blast: $$550 + 427.5 = 977.5 \text{ Physical Damage}$$
     

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Total Potential Damage Output for Lukas:

1. Flash Strike: 372.5
2. Flash Combo: 1,275
3. Shockwave Blast: 977.5

Total Damage:

$$372.5 + 1,275 + 977.5 = 2,625 \text{ Physical Damage}$$

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Balmond’s Skills:

1. Soul Lock (Damage Range: 150–275)

   • Assuming Average Damage:
   $$\text{Average Damage} = \frac{150 + 275}{2} = 212.5 + (60\% \text{ of } 250)$$
   
   • Calculation:
   $$212.5 + (0.6 \times 250) = 212.5 + 150 = 362.5 \text{ Physical Damage}$$
   

2. Cyclone Sweep (Average Damage)

   • Assuming Maximum Damage (14 hits):
   $$100 + (25\% \text{ of } 250) = 100 + 62.5 = 162.5 \text{ for the first hit}$$
   
   • Subsequent hits will deal 7.5% more damage each time (up to 60%).
   • Maximum Damage for each hit (capped at +60%):
   • Total Damage over 14 hits:
   • Calculating maximum damage on subsequent hits: $$\text{Total Damage} = 14 \times [100 + (25\% \text{ of } 250) \times (1 + 0.075 \times 13)]$$
     
   • Calculating the increase from the 14 hits:
   $$\text{Total Damage} = 14 \times (100 + 62.5 \times 1.975) = 14 \times 100 + 14 \times 123.4375$$
   $$= 1400 + 1728.125 = 3128.125 \text{ Physical Damage}$$
   
   • Note: The maximum damage of Cyclone Sweep has a cap on critical strikes.

3. Lethal Counter (Assuming Average Lost HP of 35%)

   • Damage Calculation:
   $$150 + (70\% \text{ of } 250) + (35\% \text{ of target's lost HP})$$
   
   • Assuming 50% HP Loss:
   • Total Damage:
   $$150 + 175 + 0.35 \times (1000) \text{ (average HP)} = 150 + 175 + 350 = 675 \text{ True Damage}$$
   

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Total Potential Damage Output for Balmond:

1. Soul Lock (Average): 362.5
2. Cyclone Sweep (Maximum): 3,128.125
3. Lethal Counter (Average): 675

Total Damage:

$$362.5 + 3,128.125 + 675 = 4,165.625 \text{ Physical Damage}$$

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2. Survivability Comparison

• Lukas:

  • Gains Resolve and uses Hero's Resolve for sustainability.
  • Increases movement speed and defense in Beast Form, which enhances survivability.
  • Flash Step provides mobility and attack range increases.

• Balmond:

  • Recovers 20% Max HP after killing a hero, enhancing sustainability in skirmishes.
  • Bloodthirst allows him to regain health, especially in prolonged battles.
  • Cyclone Sweep allows him to deal consistent damage while being mobile.

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3. Skill Utility and Crowd Control (CC)

• Lukas:

  • Flash Combo provides brief stuns and crowd control effects.
  • Shockwave Blast has significant AOE damage potential.

• Balmond:

  • Soul Lock provides a slow, enhancing control.
  • Lethal Counter can deal significant burst damage, especially against low-health enemies.

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4. Battle Simulation and Outcome Prediction

1. Engage:

   • Balmond initiates with Soul Lock, dealing 362.5 Physical Damage.
   • Lukas responds with Flash Step → Flash Strike, dealing 372.5 Physical Damage.

2. Damage Exchange:

   • Balmond follows up with Cyclone Sweep, dealing 3,128.125 Physical Damage.
   • Lukas uses Flash Combo, dealing 1,275 Physical Damage.

3. Ultimate Usage:

   • Lukas uses Shockwave Blast, dealing 977.5 Physical Damage.
   • Balmond uses Lethal Counter, dealing 675 True Damage.

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Final Health Status

• Lukas Total Damage Taken: $$362.5 + 3,128.125 + 675 = 4,165.625 \text{ Physical Damage}$$
  
• Balmond Total Damage Taken: $$372.5 + 1,275 + 977.5 = 2,625 \text{ Physical Damage}$$
  

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Conclusion: Balmond Prevails

• Balmond has a significantly higher damage output due to the effectiveness of Cyclone Sweep and the potential to regain health through his passive.
• He also has utility through Crowd Control from Soul Lock and slow effects from his ultimate.
• In a 1v1 scenario, Balmond is more resilient and deals more sustained damage, making him the likely victor without item influence.

In summary, Lukas is a versatile Fighter in Mobile Legends, equipped with a unique skill set that includes powerful combos and strategic abilities. For those eager to dive deeper, check out our comprehensive guides on how Lukas fares against different roles:

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