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Stu Counters

The top brawlers that beat Stu in 2026 — by real win rate.

  1. 1Bolt

    Bolt

    Marksman · Epic

    B52.4%
  2. 2Sirius

    Sirius

    Marksman · Ultra Legendary

    B52%
  3. 3Barley

    Barley

    Artillery · Rare

    B51.5%

How to beat Stu

The best counters to Stu right now are Bolt, Sirius, Barley. Bolt (Marksman) pressures Stu thanks to a 52.4% win rate and a kit that punishes assassin positioning. Sirius (Marksman) pressures Stu thanks to a 52% win rate and a kit that punishes assassin positioning. Barley (Artillery) pressures Stu thanks to a 51.5% win rate and a kit that punishes assassin positioning. Against these matchups, Stu struggles to find clean trades, so respect their range, bait their key abilities and only commit when you have a numbers or cover advantage.

Stu counters FAQ

Who is the best counter to Stu?

Bolt is currently the strongest counter to Stu, with a 52.4% win rate in the matchup. Close behind are Bolt, Sirius, Barley. These picks exploit a assassin's weaknesses and win most direct trades.

Why is Stu hard to beat?

Stu is a Epic Assassin with a 53.6% overall win rate and a 15.2% pick rate. Its kit lets it control space and punish positioning mistakes, so you need brawlers that break its range or its core mechanic.

How do I play against Stu in ranked?

Respect its effective range, bait its gadgets and super before committing, and group with your team to force trades with a numbers advantage. Draft Bolt, Sirius, Barley when possible and play around map cover to minimise its damage.

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