

“'''A talented fighter with a heart of chivalry.'''Chou is a gifted martial artist born in the slums. He learned the ancient oriental martial arts under the tutelage of a mysterious monk. He is agile and skilled in the use of the nunchaku.”
Lore & Story
Skills

Only Fast
After traveling 5 units, Chou deals 180% damage on his next Basic Attack (cannot Crit), briefly slows the target by 90% and reduces their Physical Defense by 10(+1*Hero Level) for 3s (up to 2 stacks).

Jeet Kune Do
CD: 9.5Chou strikes in the target direction, dealing 180 (+70% Total Physical Attack) Physical Damage to enemies hit. This skill can be cast 3 times before it goes on cooldown. On the 3rd cast, Chou also knocks enemies hit airborne. Hitting an enemy hero with the 3rd cast resets the cooldown of Shunpo.

Shunpo
CD: 5Chou charges in the target direction, gaining Control Immunity and a 200 (+200% Extra Physical Attack) shield.

The Way of Dragon
CD: 36Chou strikes a roundhouse kick at the target enemy hero, dealing them 400 (+200% Extra Physical Attack) Physical Damage and knocking them back. Cast the skill again to chase up the target, dealing a total of 480 (+240% Extra Physical Attack) Physical Damage.
Combo Guides
TEAMFIGHT COMBOS
In teamfights, use Chou's 2nd and 1st Skill to get next to a key target, then use his Ultimate to knock them out of position and secure the kill with his team.
LANING COMBOS
In the laning phase, use Chou's 2nd Skill to get close to the enemy and follow up with his 1st Skill for multiple strikes. After landing the 3rd strike of his 1st Skill, use the refreshed 2nd Skill to stay on the target and finish them with his Ultimate.
Official Counter Analysis
Counters
Chou counters slower Fighters like Terizla and Alpha that have a hard time dealing with his quick hit and run tactics.
Countered By
Chou is countered by heroes with very long-range like Lesley and Pharsa that can take out a chunk of his HP before he can get close.
Good Teammates
Chou works best with Healers that can boost his survivability and speed, such as Angela and Rafaela.
Matchup Analysis
Strong Against
Recommended Builds
Sustained DPS
Spell: FlickerEmblem: Assassin Emblem
Endless Battle
Warrior Boots
Blade of Despair
Brute Force Breastplate
Malefic Roar
ImmortalityBurst
Spell: FlickerEmblem: Assassin Emblem
Blade of the Heptaseas
Warrior Boots
Blade of Despair
Endless Battle
Malefic Roar
ImmortalityDurable
Spell: FlickerEmblem: Assassin Emblem
Endless Battle
Warrior Boots
Brute Force Breastplate
Immortality
Cursed Helmet
OracleOfficial Matchups

Passive and Slow effects of Aurora makes it easier for Chou to reach an opponent or help to give a continuous Crowd Control effects after Chou kicks an enemy towards a teammate.

Gord lacked mobility and was unable to move when using his Ultimate. Chou can freely Cancels Gordâs Ultimate.

Nanaâs Skill can easily stop Chou's movement, while preventing Chou from approaching you or your teammates.
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