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Obsidia Counter Guide: Why Roger Ranks #5 Among the Strongest Counters in Mobile Legends

Roger’s skills breakdown vs Obsidia – Mobile Legends counter guide explaining why Roger excels in burst trades and chase-down potential.
Roger Counter Obsidia

Roger vs Obsidia  : The Hunter Becomes the Hunted

Obsidia, the latest Fighter/Assassin hybrid in Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, has quickly proven to be a nightmare for squishy heroes due to her high mobility, AoE burst, and anti-zone mechanics. But not every hero trembles at her blade Roger, with his dual-form flexibility and execution toolkit, stands tall as a formidable counter to Obsidia’s dive-and-burst combo.

Ranked #5 among the strongest counters, Roger brings more than just brute force he brings adaptability. Whether poking from range or diving in as a wolf, he can capitalize on Obsidia’s weaknesses in prolonged trades and punish overextensions with deadly precision.

In this guide, we break down why Roger excels, his score across key metrics, and how to maximize his potential in this matchup.

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MLBB Roger raw score vs Obsidia – hero performance metrics and base skill evaluation showing Roger’s effectiveness as a counter pick.
Roger Counter Obsidia Full Raw Score Breakdown and Matchup Performance

🔥 Burst Damage  (1.60 / 2.0): Human to Wolf, Poke to Execution

Roger excels in hybrid burst, thanks to his unique ability to shift between ranged Human Form and melee Wolf Form. This transformation chain allows Roger to initiate fights with poke, then dive in for the finish.

Combo Chain vs Obsidia:

  • Open Fire (Human) - Applies poke damage and slow
  • 🔁 Transform to Wolf  -  Dash-style transformation to close gap
  • Bloodthirsty Howl  -  Boosts attack speed and lifesteal
  • Lycan Pounce  - High burst skill with a reset mechanic on kills/assists

Pair all that with his Execution Passive, which increases damage to targets below 40% HP, and Roger becomes a lethal finisher who punishes Obsidia the moment her HP dips.

🎯 Pro Tip: If Obsidia tries to escape with low HP, use Lycan Pounce to secure the kill — the reset keeps you mobile and threatening.

⚔️ Sustained DPS  (1.55 / 2.0): Wolf Form Domination

Roger isn’t just a finisher his Wolf Form scales excellently in longer fights, especially mid-to-late game.

Why It Works:

  • Bloodthirsty Howl enhances attack speed and lifesteal, letting him outlast Obsidia in melee skirmishes.
  • His basic attacks in Wolf Form have solid scaling even without expensive items.
  • Durability from lifesteal allows Roger to sustain during trades, unlike squishy Marksmen.

Obsidia relies on burst and fast trades. Roger can withstand the initial impact, then counter with overwhelming consistent DPS.

🧠 Strategy Note: When Obsidia dives your team, flank from an angle, transform mid-fight, and shred her during her recovery phase.

CLICK HERE: 👉🏽 Obsidia Top 12 Weak Counter Marksmen Analysis


🌀 Mobility  (1.20 / 1.5): Controlled Dashes with High Reward

Roger’s mobility is situational but smart perfect for navigating Obsidia’s chaotic fight patterns.

Tools at His Disposal:

  • Transformation Dash  -  Lets Roger shift from Human to Wolf, closing gaps or escaping
  • Lycan Pounce  - A short blink with damage, low cooldown, and invincibility frames
  • 🔁 Reset Mechanic  - Lycan Pounce resets on assist/kill, giving Roger chain mobility

Obsidia may have elegant dash chains, but Roger’s targeted leaps are tactically superior for finishing or evading with precision.


❌ Anti-Sustain  (1.00 / 1.5): No Debuffs, But Overwhelming Pressure

Roger doesn’t apply Grievous Wounds or healing reduction by default. However, he counters sustain by sheer aggression:

  • Lifesteal + Execution makes his fights short , Obsidia doesn’t get to lifesteal long.
  • Items like Sea Halberd or Dominance Ice complement his kit well.
  • He forces Obsidia to play faster, and when she slips, he pounces.
⚔️ Build Suggestion: Add Sea Halberd when facing Obsidia’s spell vamp or regen-heavy builds.

🧊 Crowd Control / Break Effects  (0.55 / 1.0): Soft Control, No Disables

Roger’s crowd control is limited to a slow effect from his ranged form, Open Fire.

Limitations:

  • No hard CC like stun or silence
  • No way to break or cleanse Obsidia’s zone traps or slows
  • Relies on mobility and burst, not disruption
⚠️ Risk: If Obsidia traps you with her Ultimate (Evil Queller hold), you must out-damage or out-move her  no disable tools to interrupt her.

🔄 Cooldown & Mana Efficiency  (1.55 / 2.0): Energy-Free, Reset-Capable

Roger’s kit is incredibly efficient for sustained fighting and snowballing.

Why It’s Strong:

  • No mana cost, every skill is free to use
  • Low cooldowns, especially in Wolf Form
  • Lycan Pounce resets, enabling multi-kill sequences or 1v2s

His form-switching rotation allows him to refresh his entire kit during fights. This gives Roger a massive uptime advantage against heroes like Obsidia who rely on cooldown cycling.


MLBB hero comparison: Roger vs Obsidia – skill synergy, counter potential, and verdict on matchup outcome in competitive gameplay.
Roger vs Obsidia Matchup Verdict Full Hero Analysis and Performance Guide

However, his success hinges on timing and mechanics. Roger is a high-risk, high-reward counter that shines with skillful play.

CLICK HERE: 👉🏽 Obsidia Strong And Weak Counter Marksmen Analysis


🛡️ Situational Weaknesses to Watch Out For

While Roger is a strong counter, here are pitfalls to avoid:

  • Blindly diving into Obsidia’s trap or AoE zone
  • Wasting Lycan Pounce early  save it for dodging or finishing
  • No CC backup  in solo queue, rely on allies to lock Obsidia down
  • Item mismatch  don’t go full offense without sustain; balance your build

❓ FAQ

Q: Is Roger a good hero to counter Obsidia?

A: Yes, Roger’s burst, lifesteal, and mobility allow him to punish Obsidia’s extended combos and finish her off before she can recover.

Q: How do I play Roger against Obsidia?

A: Start with ranged poke, wait for Obsidia to engage, then transform to Wolf form for burst damage. Save Lycan Pounce to finish or dodge her ultimate.

Q: What is the best build for Roger against sustain-heavy heroes like Obsidia?

A: Prioritize items like Sea Halberd, War Axe, and Dominance Ice to out-sustain her and reduce healing.

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🏁 Conclusion: Roger Is Obsidia’s Predator  -  If Played Smart

Roger may not have hard CC or long-range poke, but what he does have is the ability to turn the tide with one transformation. His dual-form adaptability, high sustain, and burst-execution combo make him an exceptional counter to Obsidia in both jungle and EXP lane roles.

While not as safe as ranged counters like Yi Sun-shin or Brody, Roger rewards aggressive players who can read the flow of battle and strike when Obsidia is most vulnerable.

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