hulk VS groot
groot Wins (Close matchup)
groot generally wins based on Patch 1.0 win-rate data.
hulk
Vanguard
groot
Vanguardℹ️ Tactical Overview
According to Patch 1.0 data, **groot** holds a 53.1% win rate compared to hulk's 51.5%. This is a same-role matchup (**Vanguard mirror**). groot tends to provide more consistent value when both heroes compete for the same job.
Why groot Wins
Better Kit Synergy
groot has the cleaner win condition in this matchup dynamic.
"This conclusion comes from either kit interaction (when present) or stable win-rate signals."
Statistical Performance
groot leads by 1.6% win rate (Close).
"Based on 13,042 analyzed matches (reliability: high)."
⏱️ Combat Phases
Early Game / Neutral
Early game is about positioning and safe trades. groot generally wants to take first contact and force hulk to react. Since both are Vanguards, the better spacing, angle control, and resource trading usually decides the duel.
Mid Fight & Rotations
Mid game hinges on cooldown exchanges. groot tends to come out ahead when fights go beyond the first rotation, while hulk needs cleaner conversions.
Ultimate Economy
Late game is mostly about ultimate timing and commit discipline. With a 1.6% win-rate gap in Patch 1.0, groot can play slightly more patiently; hulk should look for an uneven engage or forced mistake. hulk may reach ult earlier (cost 600 vs 2800), so groot should track that first spike.
How hulk Can Still Win
- Capitalize on Mistakeshulk needs to force an error before committing to a full engage.💡 Tip: Look for a cooldown window, then take space first—don’t dash into a ready kit.
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- ✕ Taking the fight while groot has key cooldowns available hulk often loses the trade because groot can negate the first commit and punish the reset.
- ✕ Dumping damage into shields instead of repositioning You lose tempo and give the opponent a free reset.