Lone Druid in Dota 2: counters, win rate and common mistakes

What to build against it

Black King BarAvalanche doesn't pierce BKB, so Tiny's combo loses most of its control.

Assault CuirassArmor reduces Tiny's physical hits and Tree Grab splash.

Linken's SphereToss is unit-targeted; Linken's on bear or druid blocks the throw.

Heaven's HalberdDisarm shuts down Tiny's right-click damage in fights.

How to use the spells of Lone Druid

EntangleEntangle pierces BKB — root Tiny after his combo so he can't escape or walk in for Toss.

Savage RoarRoar breaks Tiny's approach; use it when he walks up to the bear for Avalanche.

True FormActivate True Form before fights — bonus health and armor help survive the burst.

Watch out for Tiny

TossDon't stack bear and druid together — Toss hurls a unit onto a target and hits both.

AvalancheAvalanche hits an area; spread out and avoid farming in tight spots without vision.

What to build against it

Black King BarSearing Chains and Ember's magic don't pierce BKB.

Pipe of InsightProtects the team from Fire Remnant and Immolation magic damage.

Orchid MalevolenceSilence stops Ember from activating remnants to escape.

Assault CuirassArmor cuts Sleight of Fist, which is physical.

How to use the spells of Lone Druid

EntangleRoot Ember after Sleight of Fist so he can't walk away.

Spirit LinkShared lifesteal helps both bear and druid sustain through constant Immolation.

Savage RoarRoar pushes Ember away when he dives you, relieving pressure.

Watch out for Ember Spirit

Searing ChainsChains grab nearby enemies; don't clump up with your bear.

Fire RemnantTrack remnants on the map — Ember uses them to engage and escape.

What to build against it

Linken's SphereTelekinesis and Spell Steal are unit-targeted; Linken's blocks them.

Lotus OrbReflects Telekinesis and Fade Bolt back to Rubick.

Black King BarTelekinesis and Fade Bolt don't pierce BKB.

How to use the spells of Lone Druid

EntangleCast Entangle out of Rubick's sight or after his steal so he can't take your root.

Summon Spirit BearUse the bear to pressure Rubick in lane — he's fragile.

Watch out for Rubick

Spell StealSpell Steal pierces BKB; remember he can hit back with your last spell.

TelekinesisTelekinesis landing stuns nearby units; don't stand next to your bear.

What to build against it

Black King BarSharpshooter and Acorn Shot don't pierce BKB.

Gem of True SightDecoy makes Hoodwink invisible — Gem reveals her.

Pipe of InsightAbsorbs Sharpshooter and Boomerang magic damage.

Lotus OrbAcorn Shot can be unit-targeted — Lotus reflects it.

How to use the spells of Lone Druid

EntangleRoot Hoodwink — she can't escape with Scurry.

Savage RoarRoar can disrupt Sharpshooter before the shot if you're close.

Watch out for Hoodwink

SharpshooterStep off the bolt line — it hits hard and applies break.

BushwhackStun only works near trees — avoid fighting in the woods.

What to build against it

Monkey King BarTrue strike beats Windrun's evasion.

Linken's SphereShackleshot and Focus Fire are unit-targeted; Linken's blocks them.

Blade MailReturns Focus Fire damage back to her.

Black King BarShackleshot and Powershot don't pierce BKB.

How to use the spells of Lone Druid

EntangleRoot stops her running; apply it after Windrun while you hit her.

Savage RoarRoar interrupts Focus Fire and pushes her out.

Watch out for Windranger

ShackleshotDon't stand in line with trees or your bear behind you.

Focus FirePierces BKB; hide or use Blade Mail when she Focus Fires.