In Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, fighters almost always find themselves on the front lines of battles. Their task is to take the blows of enemies, control the battlefield and open the way for their teammates to kill. These heroes are the real foundation of the team: they absorb damage, hold the line and prevent rivals from realizing their plans. But among all the fighters, one special character stands out — Martis. Unlike many “front-line soldiers”, he has monstrous damage, comparable to assassins. His Decimation Ulta deals net damage to all enemies with less than half their health remaining. And the most dangerous thing is that after killing, the skill instantly recharges, allowing Martus to literally mow down enemies with a series of lightning—fast finishes.
And that’s not all. The second ability, Mortal Coil, makes Martis completely immune to any control. Blinding, slowing down, stunning — everything passes by, which allows him to rush into the thick of opponents without fear. In rating matches, meeting the experienced Martis turns into a real challenge: his damage, reset mechanics, and control immunity make him extremely dangerous. That’s why it’s so important to know who can stop him and how. Well-chosen heroes and strategy can deprive Martis of the chance to drag the rink alone.
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Freya
Freya is especially good at protracted battles, where she reveals her potential with the Valkyrie Descent ultimate. With a couple of protective items, she becomes resilient and is able to impose a long fight — something that Martis does not like. In a matchup against him, it is useful to collect Blade of Despair for damage and Oracle to reduce cooldowns and strengthen the shield. So Freya is able to withstand his explosive blast and still stay in battle.
Of the combat spells, it’s worth thinking about Execute to seize the advantage at the beginning of the game. But if you expect a long match, it’s better to take Vengeance — in long-running teamfights, additional protection and vampirism will be much more useful. In the right hands, Freya easily turns into a serious counterpick against Martis.
Another reliable answer is Akai. This tank is perfectly able to break the plans of aggressive bursting heroes. His ultimate Panda Assault can completely interrupt Martis’ combo and prevent him from reaching subtle targets. In addition, Akai has shields and controls that he can use to hold back the onslaught. And if Martis still jumps forward, the Pulverize skill will delay him until the team arrives.
And finally, Grok. He is one of the few who can fight Martus on equal terms from the very start. Wall of Faith blocks the escape routes, and Thunderstruck knocks down his combo. At the crucial moment, the ulta makes Grok immune to control and allows him to turn the battle around. With the right build, he turns into a tank-like fighter, able to contain even the fury of the Ashur king.
The Foveus
Foveus is a real headache for all mobile heroes. His ultimate Demonic Force teleports him to an enemy and deals damage every time he uses a dash or jump. For Martis, who has dashi in both key abilities, this is turning into a real nightmare. Every time he tries to break in or leave, Foveus gets a skill rollback and can jump after him again.
To this should be added the Malefic Terror skill, which not only deals damage around, but also gives Foveus an impressive shield. As a result, it is extremely difficult to kill him, and Martis’ attempts to attack end up with him being targeted. A great choice for this match is the Flameshot spell: it perfectly activates the ultimate Foveus and makes it possible to impose a fight.
In the ranking, Foveus remains one of the most reliable counterpicks against heroes tied to mobility: Lancelot, Ling, and even Gushen. His strength lies in the fact that he deprives them of their main weapon — freedom of movement. With proper cooldown management and map control, Foveus is able to completely turn the tide of a match and turn enemies’ mobility into their weakness.
Jask
At first glance, it may seem that Jask is not the kind of hero who can stop Martis. But his signature skill, Nightmare Spawn, activated at a critical health level, gives him a unique chance to survive and continue the fight. Martis can’t get him off the map quickly, and that’s slowing him down.
To successfully play against Martis, Jasku should collect Clock of Destiny and Lightning Truncheon. These items increase his damage and survival rate, allowing him to keep pressure on the line. If the enemy gathers protection, you can’t do without Divine Glaive, which penetrates magical armor.
In team battles, Jask is especially powerful due to the skills of Nightmare Spawn and Nightmare Swarm, which create constant pressure on the map, forcing opponents to react. His playing style prevents Martis from realizing himself alone. And with the support of teammates, Jask becomes a threat capable of turning the tide of the game.
