Alchemist Counters & Build

Nyx Assassin 461 matches Low data

−1.6%

WhyNyx Assassin typically loses the lane slightly to Alchemist, but can gain an advantage later in the game. Alchemist's continuous Acid Spray damage provides Nyx with an easy, reliable trigger for Spiked Carapace to reflect damage and stun him in teamfights. Furthermore, Vendetta's burst combined with Impale and Mind Flare plausibly allows Nyx to blow up Alchemist before Chemical Rage's health regeneration can sustain him.

Winter Wyvern 488 matches Low data

−1.5%

WhyWinter Wyvern secures an early lane advantage by harassing the melee Alchemist with the bonus range and percentage-based health burn of Arctic Burn. In teamfights, Cold Embrace completely blocks Alchemist's physical damage, while Winter's Curse can turn his rapid attack speed from Chemical Rage against his own teammates.

Batrider 44 matches Low data

−1.4%

WhySticky Napalm's stacking movement and turn rate slows heavily restrict the melee Alchemist, making it difficult for him to close distance while taking amplified damage from Firefly and Smoldering Resin. Additionally, Flaming Lasso allows Batrider to drag Alchemist out of position while completely disabling his attacks and ability usage, neutralizing his Chemical Rage uptime.

Timbersaw 400 matches Low data

−1.3%

WhyTimbersaw poses a strong mechanical threat to Alchemist because Whirling Death reduces primary attributes, directly stripping away the Strength hero's maximum health pool. Additionally, Alchemist's fast melee attacks under Chemical Rage and Berserk Potion rapidly feed Timbersaw stacks of Reactive Armor, granting him immense armor and health regeneration against Alchemist's physical offense. Timbersaw's sustained area damage from Chakram and Flamethrower can then overwhelm Alchemist in mid-to-late game teamfights.