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Crystal Maiden win rate by rank
public matches, OpenDota data · scale 40–60%Herald53.4%
Guardian53.2%
Crusader52.6%
Archon52.0%
Legend51.6%
Ancient50.7%
Divine50.0%
Immortal—
Crystal Maiden is strong against
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Who counters Crystal Maiden
How to play Crystal Maiden against counters
items, your spells and what to fear — per enemy
vs Templar AssassinStrip Refraction with many small damage instances and never stand near her traps without vision.43.9%
What to build against it
Sentry WardReveals Meld and invisible Psionic Traps, denying her ambush.
Dust of AppearanceCheap way to reveal her Meld when she's next to you.
Ghost ScepterHer damage is physical; ethereal form saves you after she teleports onto a trap.
Force StaffPushes you out of her attack range and trap slow.
How to use the spells of Crystal Maiden
FrostbiteFrostbite stops her attacks — cast it as soon as she breaks Meld on you or an ally.
Freezing FieldFreezing Field's many explosions burn Refraction charges fast, letting allies finish her.
Crystal CloneClone disjoints projectiles — slide away from her Meld strike.
Watch out for Templar Assassin
MeldMeld strike hits hard and cuts armor; keep sentries on her paths.
Psionic ProjectionShe teleports to a trap after a 2s channel — don't farm alone near traps.
vs TechiesMove with allies on safe paths and spread out so Blast Off can't catch you with your team.43.9%
What to build against it
Magic WandCharges from his frequent spells give instant heal against his burst.
Glimmer CapeReduces magic damage from bombs and mines on you or an ally.
Force StaffPushes you out of Sticky Bomb blast and minefield area.
Black King BarNone of his damage or stun pierces BKB.
How to use the spells of Crystal Maiden
FrostbiteRoot him with Frostbite so allies can catch him; he's fragile.
Crystal NovaNova slows him — don't let him escape after Blast Off.
Freezing FieldChannel only when Blast Off is on cooldown, or you'll get interrupted.
Watch out for Techies
Proximity MinesMines can't be seen with True Sight; avoid walking alone through chokepoints.
Blast Off!Blast Off is an AoE stun nuke; don't clump up.
vs HoodwinkStay away from trees and dodge Sharpshooter — otherwise she bursts you down.44.2%
What to build against it
Glimmer CapeMagic resistance against Sharpshooter and Boomerang.
Force StaffMoves you off the bolt line and away from trees before Bushwhack.
Ghost ScepterBlocks physical damage from her attacks and Acorn Shot.
Black King BarSharpshooter and Boomerang don't pierce BKB.
How to use the spells of Crystal Maiden
FrostbiteFrostbite stops her attacks; make sure the target isn't the Decoy.
Crystal CloneClone disjoints projectiles — save the slide for her Sharpshooter bolt.
Crystal NovaNova slows her after Scurry so allies can chase.
Watch out for Hoodwink
BushwhackOnly stuns near trees — stand in open ground.
DecoyHitting the decoy throws Bushwhack at you; don't waste Frostbite on it.
vs AxeStay behind and out of blink range: Call pierces BKB and you're a prime Culling target.44.8%
What to build against it
Force StaffYou or an ally can push you out of Call and Helix range.
Magic WandInstant heal to stay above Culling Blade threshold.
Observer and Sentry WardsVision reveals his blink initiation early.
Glimmer CapeHelps an ally survive magical follow-up after Call.
How to use the spells of Crystal Maiden
FrostbiteKill a creep with Frostbite (4x damage) to end Battle Hunger.
Freezing FieldChannel only after he has initiated, or he'll jump straight on you.
Crystal NovaSlow him with Nova so your team can focus him after Call.
Watch out for Axe
Berserker's CallPierces BKB; keep distance and don't stack with allies.
Culling BladePure damage that pierces BKB — retreat early when low HP.
vs Shadow ShamanBlock his targeted disables and avoid ward zones — he catches you first.45.3%
What to build against it
Lotus OrbHex and Shackles are unit-target — Lotus reflects them.
Linken's SphereBlocks a targeted Hex or Shackles before his initiation.
Black King BarHex, Shackles and Ether Shock don't pierce BKB.
Glimmer CapeMagic resistance against Ether Shock and Shackles on an ally.
How to use the spells of Crystal Maiden
FrostbiteFrostbite holds him in place while allies interrupt Shackles.
Crystal NovaFinish the chicken with Nova once Fowl Play's damage immunity ends.
Freezing FieldWards are magic immune — Field won't kill them, aim it at heroes.
Watch out for Shadow Shaman
HexHex disables your spells; stay beyond cast range or have Lotus.
Mass Serpent WardWards are magic immune and hit physically — never stand near him alone.
Tips are based on ability descriptions and matchup stats — a guideline, not a rule.
Crystal Maiden builds by role
purchase popularity on the hero, split by item type; hover an itemStarting items
Iron Branch21%
Tango14%
Blood Grenade11%
Enchanted Mango9%Sentry Ward7%
Faerie Fire7%
Smoke of Deceit6%Early game
Boots of Speed61%
Tranquil Boots31%Mid game
Glimmer Cape13%Force Staff8%
Pavise6%
Solar Crest3%Late game
Glimmer Cape15%Force Staff10%Solar Crest7%
Eul's Scepter of Divinity4%Situational items on Crystal Maiden: when to buy
red — heroes that counter Crystal MaidenDust of AppearanceReveal invisible heroesEspecially vs heroes that counter Crystal Maiden: Templar Assassin
Riki
Clinkz
Bounty Hunter
Weaver
Nyx Assassin
Mirana
Invoker
Treant Protector
Sand KingSentry WardReveal invisible heroes and dewardEspecially vs heroes that counter Crystal Maiden: Templar Assassin
Heaven's HalberdDisarms right-click carries
Phantom Assassin
Troll Warlord
Juggernaut
Ursa
Sven
Slark
Faceless Void
Drow Ranger
Aeon DiskSaves you from burst and single-target combos
Legion Commander
Lion
Lina
Zeus
Alchemist
Huskar
Lifestealer
Morphling
Abaddon
Oracle
Undying
IoGlimmer CapeSave an ally from magic and focus
Skywrath Mage
Leshrac
Jakiro
Pudge
Clockwerk
DisruptorLotus OrbReflects targeted spells and dispels
Doom
Bane
Shadow Demon
Pipe of InsightTeam-wide magic shield
Earthshaker
Queen of PainWhy players lose on Crystal Maiden
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FAQ
Who counters Crystal Maiden?
Crystal Maiden loses most often against Templar Assassin, Techies, Hoodwink. What to build and how to play vs them →
What is Crystal Maiden's win rate?
In public matches — 51.9%. It varies by rank, see the table above.
What to build on Crystal Maiden?
In the mid game players most often buy Aghanim's Shard, Glimmer Cape, Staff of Wizardry. Situational items depend on the enemy — see above.
