Popol and Kupa Mobile Legends Hero Guide
- Role: Marksman
- Lane: Jungle, Gold Lane
- Specialty: Push, Burst
- Damage Type: Physical
- Win Rate: 52.9%
- Ban Rate: 0.4%
# Popol and Kupa A spirited hunter of the Feldan nomad tribe dwelling in Northern Vale's forests, Popol represents a stark contrast to his kin's reserved nature. While his tribespeople embraced the quiet contemplative lifestyle traditional to the region, Popol possessed boundless energy and creativity. Trained from childhood in the warrior customs of his homeland, he excelled at spear-throwing and frequently accompanied adult hunters on expeditions, consistently returning with abundant game. ## From Outcast to Hero Popol's true passion lay elsewhere. Captivated by tales of legendary warriors sung by elders around evening fires, he harbored an ambitious dream—to become a celebrated hero whose deeds would be immortalized in song. Yet the tribe dismissed his aspirations as mere childish fancy, their mockery driving Popol to seek attention through increasingly elaborate pranks. His schemes, intended to impress, instead alienated him from the community. Desperate to prove himself and restore his standing, he ventured alone into the treacherous mountain wilderness one fateful night, determined to hunt a frost wolf single-handedly. ## A Fateful Encounter Lost in darkness, Popol fell into a deep pit where an unexpected companion awaited—an injured frost wolf, whom he named Kupa. Trapped and starving with one paw ensnared, the creature embodied the same isolation Popol felt. Rather than claim easy victory, Popol recognized his reflection in Kupa's eyes and chose compassion. He freed the beast from its snare and shared his meager provisions, nursing Kupa back from the brink of death. Through their shared ordeal, the two lonely souls forged an unbreakable bond, surviving together by hunting small prey and enduring the harsh elements. When vultures descended upon the trap, threatening their survival, Popol and Kupa fought as one—a perfect synchronization born from their profound trust. From that moment forward, they became inseparable partners, embarking upon adventures across the frozen lands as true equals.
Popol and Kupa Meta Analysis
Based on current Mythic rank data, Popol and Kupa holds a 52.9% win rate, a consistently strong and reliable pick for ranked play. This places Popol and Kupa in the A-tier category for the current patch.
Popol and Kupa is typically played as a Marksman in the Jungle, Gold Lane lane. This hero deals Physical damage and specializes in Push/Burst.
How to beat Popol and Kupa: The most effective counters in the current patch are Novaria, Chang'e, Grock. These heroes have statistically superior win rates in direct matchups against Popol and Kupa.
Who Popol and Kupa counters: Popol and Kupa has favorable matchups against Mathilda, Sora, Cyclops, consistently winning these lanes in the current meta.
Best team compositions with Popol and Kupa: Popol and Kupa achieves the highest combined win rate when paired with Uranus, Saber, Lylia. Consider these heroes when drafting a team around Popol and Kupa.
Popol and Kupa Skills
- We Are Friends (Passive): Kupa recovers 10% Max HP per second after not taking damage for 5s. When Kupa is killed, Popol can <font color="a6aafb">Pray</font> for 3s to bring Kupa back to the battlefield. Cooldown: 30s. Every 3 consecutive attacks from Kupa will enhance Popol's next Basic Attack to deal <font color="fba51f"> (+220% Total Physical Attack)</font> <font color="fb1f1f">Physical Damage</font>. Kupa has 2500<font color="fba51f"> (+1200% Total Physical Attack)</font> Max HP and inherits 100% of Popol's other attributes and passive equipment effects (excluding Jungling and Roaming equipment effects). Kupa deals an additional 120% damage against Creeps.
- Bite 'em, Kupa!: Popol throws a spear at the target enemy, dealing 80<font color="fba51f"> (+100% Total Physical Attack)</font> <font color="fb1f1f">Physical Damage</font> while simultaneously commanding Kupa to lunge at the target, dealing an additional 70<font color="fba51f"> (+75% Total Physical Attack)</font> <font color="fb1f1f">Physical Damage</font>. Kupa will continue to attack the target for 3s. <font color="a6aafb">Alpha Wolf Form</font>: Kupa stuns the enemy for 1s and bites them 3 times in quick succession.
- Kupa, Help!: Popol summons Kupa back to his side, gaining a 240<font color="fba51f"> (+200% Extra Physical Attack)</font> shield while dealing 240<font color="fba51f"> (+50% Total Physical Attack)</font> <font color="fb1f1f">Physical Damage</font> to nearby enemies and slowing them by 35% for 0.5s. Kupa will then assist Popol to attack nearby enemies for 3s. <font color="a6aafb">Alpha Wolf Form</font>: Kupa darts back to Popol, knocking nearby enemies airborne for 0.2s. The shield and damage are increased to 125%.
- Popol's Surprise: Popol sets a trap at the target location that will detonate after a short delay once triggered, dealing 70<font color="62f8fe"> (+20% Total Magic Power)</font> <font color="7f62fe">Magic Damage</font> to the enemy that steps on it, immobilizing them for 1s, and creating a frost zone for 4s. Enemies in the frost zone will have their Movement Speed reduced by 20%. Popol gains a trap charge every 22s (up to 3). Up to 3 traps can exist at the same time on the battlefield, each lasting up to 60s.
- We Are Angry!: Popol and Kupa enter the Enraged state for 12s, gaining 15% extra Movement Speed and increasing their Attack Speed to 1.3 times. Kupa turns into <font color="a6aafb">Alpha Wolf Form</font>, gaining 1500 extra Max HP, fully restoring its HP, while <font color="a6aafb">enhancing</font> its other skills.
Best Counters for Popol and Kupa
These heroes have the highest win rate when playing against Popol and Kupa in Mobile Legends:
Heroes Popol and Kupa Counters
Popol and Kupa is strong against these heroes in Mobile Legends:
Best Team Synergies with Popol and Kupa
These heroes work best alongside Popol and Kupa in Mobile Legends team compositions:
Recommended Builds for Popol and Kupa
Top item builds for Popol and Kupa in Mobile Legends based on win rate and pro player usage: