In every meta there are decks you like and decks you hate. Among the latter there's often that one archetype you just wish didn't exist. Suffer no more, in this post we're taking a look at some stats and finding the single biggest counters to the most popular meta decks.
The data in this post has been provided by HSReplay.net. Data interval of last 7 days was used. All numbers were correct at the time of writing.
Big Shaman
If you're looking to find shelter from all the [Hearthstone Card (Goblin Bombs) Not Found] that Mech Hunters are throwing at you, Big Shaman is your best bet with a 57.5% winrate. The deck is rather expensive though so if you want something cheaper, Murlocs can also get the job done.
Looking for more Big Shamans? I just created the archetype for this post so there's currently none marked as such... but I've seen that at least Cardinal has written a comprehensive guide for you all.
Mech Paladin
The bombs just keep on coming, this time from Bomb Warriors. The relief comes from their brothers-in-Mechs in the form of Mech Paladin. Boasting a whopping 74.2% winrate against them, you really should get the job done. As an additional bonus, it's also the best counter for Midrange Hunter (65.0% winrate).
Want more mechanical madness? Try out these versions of the deck.
Secret Hunter
After its dominance in last weekend's Masters Tour, Cyclone/Conjurer Mage is certainly going to see more play (even outside Legend, where it already is the most popular archetype). Luckily Hunters have a Secret weapon to counter it (with a 68.4% winrate). Secret Hunter should be a decent choice all in all as it has the second best overall winrate of all archetypes (54.9 %).
Trying to unravel the mysteries of going face? Start by leafing through these.
Zoolock
If you're not fond of treants invading your Hearthstone games, you might be interested in knowing that Zoolock is Token Druid's worst nightmare (with a 63.2% winrate). Before you can take on Malfurion and Lunara, you still have one of the hotly contested questions of the current meta to solve: to Rafaam or not to Rafaam...
Planning to tap into the knowledge of the community? I won't be standing on your way.
Mecha'thun Warrior
There's only one big meta baddie left standing anymore, but it ain't no pushover. I guess you've all had the privilege of playing 30 minute matches against Control Warriors, and unless it was a mirror you were likely to lose. No more! Even though it isn't the most optimal meta choice, Mecha'thun Warrior is almost a foolproof way to beat the endless Elysianas, boasting an eye-watering winrate of 82.5% against them.
The era of flesh has ended? *Light-blue explosions everywhere*
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Comments
Can someone give me a hard counter deck againts quest mage(the miracle type)? If we're talking about hard counter deck :d
Any sort of aggressive deck, pirate warrior for example, odd pally, etc.
HSReplay doesn't have as comprehensive Wild stats as they have with Standard, so I can't give you one single archetype. From the Mage decks available there I managed to find only one pure/traditional Quest Mage, and it would seem that Hunters in general are its worst enemy. Based on that I'd say Mech Hunter might do well.
How is Cthun warrior a meta-counter?
It says in the article: Mechathun Warrior has a 82% winrate against control warrior.
Great article, I love this. We need more fun decks on ladder.
Thank you for mentioning me! :)
Good shit
I recently opened Rafaam, but I was running double Soulfire in my Zoolock before that, and I think I liked that better.
Maybe you prefer 2x SoulFire but can they swing a losing game around and give you a win?
When you run out of steam, Rafaam got your back ^^
They can end the game. Zoo sometimes has to make a decision to go full aggro. At that point where you're running out of steam the Soulfires can give you the cover to stop worrying about value trades and board clears and just go face. Also, an early Soulfire with so many disposable minions in-hand can give you the tempo to fully take board control and never give it up. It's just a way more flexible card at every point in the game, and it's much easier to plan around drawing one than hoping the RNG from Rafaam can save you. But, I do recognize that the stats on HSReplay don't seem to back me up.
i always waited for a counter-meta topic,
i love it :D
nice job guys, keep it up! <3
Fantastic write-up, thank you for this!
What he said! This is great stuff.
*Blushes* I'm glad you enjoyed it.