hulk VS the thing
hulk Wins (Favored)
hulk generally wins based on Patch 1.0 win-rate data.
hulk
Vanguard
the thing
Vanguardℹ️ Tactical Overview
According to Patch 1.0 data, **hulk** holds a 51.5% win rate compared to the thing's 46.4%. This suggests a meaningful advantage in the current meta.
Why hulk Wins
Statistical Advantage
hulk 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
hulk leads by 5.1% win rate (Favored).
"Based on 8,327 analyzed matches (reliability: high)."
⏱️ Combat Phases
Early Game / Neutral
Early game is about positioning and safe trades. hulk generally wants to take first contact and force the thing to react.
Mid Fight & Rotations
Mid game hinges on cooldown exchanges. hulk tends to come out ahead when fights go beyond the first rotation, while the thing needs cleaner conversions.
Ultimate Economy
Late game is mostly about ultimate timing and commit discipline. With a 5.1% win-rate gap in Patch 1.0, hulk can play slightly more patiently; the thing should look for an uneven engage or forced mistake. hulk's ult comes online faster (cost 600 vs 2800), creating a tempo window.
How the thing Can Still Win
- Capitalize on Mistakesthe thing 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 hulk has key cooldowns available the thing often loses the trade because hulk can negate the first commit and punish the reset.
- ✕ Walking into hulk's stun range without a plan Getting clipped usually flips the fight before you can disengage.