Miya, The Moonlight Archer is Queen of Life Steal in Mobile Legends. As a marksman, she is capable of Buff, AoE, CC, Conceal and Remove CC, which are attributed to her unique skill combination. She specializes in Damage, as a Finisher, capable of versatile gameplay through timing and positioning, in utilizing her concealment through the element of surprise. She comes at a great deal of 10800 Battle Points and is a must-have hero for serious gamers. Now here are her key strengths and weaknesses.
Strengths
- Life Steal - Miya’s Passive Skill (Moon Blessing) summons moon shadow when stacked up to 5 times. She inherits 30% of attack effects for every 30 (+30% Total Physical Attack) Physical Damage dealt. Her First Skill (Moon Arrow) is also a source of Life Steal, where she also inherits 30% of attack effects for every 10–35 (+100% Total Physical Attack) Physical Damage dealt.
- Area of Effect - This is present in her First (Moon Arrow) and Second (Arrow of Eclipse) Skills. Through her First Skill, she fires 2 extra arrows with each basic attack, dealing 10–35 (+100% Total Physical Attack) Physical Damage plus an extra 30% to targets within range. Her Second Skill can immobilize and deal damage to multiple heroes while slowing them down by 30% for 2 seconds.
- Crowd Control - This is found in her Second Skill (Arrow of Eclipse), where she shoots an arrow up, where upon landing, it can deal 90–240 (+45% Total Physical Attack) Physical Damage to enemies within range and immobilize them for 1.2 seconds. The arrow then splits into 8 pieces dealing 30–80 (+45% Total Physical Attack) Physical Damage to the first enemy hit and slowing them by 30% for 2 seconds.
- Damage - This has to be mentioned, since Miya specializes as a Finisher. She is a high damage dealer, especially when combined with the Battle Spell Inspire and Wind of Nature in speed. She has the necessary skill set that allows her to buff her skills and enforce her life steal capabilities in attack.
- Attack Speed - Through her Passive Skill (Moonlight Blessing), Miya gains 5% attack speed for 4 seconds, which can be stacked up to 5 times.
- Conceal - Her Ultimate Skill (Hidden Moonlight) debuffs and conceals her, while also gaining 35%–65% extra Movement Speed. This is one of her greatest assets apart from Life Steal that has to be mastered when playing Miya.
Weaknesses
- Squishy - Miya is soft, as a high damage dealer and relies on her life steal and concealment to counter attacks. She is best played behind durable heroes.
- Crowd Control - Her concealment and mobility can be countered by CC effects. Miya is weak against CC effects and should maintain range in gameplay, unless timing and execution allows her to move up closer in battle
- Difficulty - Miya is quite well-known and easily countered by a multitude of heroes, especially in team encounters. She relies on teammates for impact through positioning and timing. It is wise to engage her concealment wisely, in attack or offense.
Now here are her Top 3 Builds according to the current meta.
3. Attack Speed Effects
This build leverages Miya’s unique ability to thrive on damage. By emphasizing attack, it enables her to engage in close proximity during combat where her Passive and First Skill allow her to inherit attack effects upon successful damage delivery. While this build may sacrifice some damage output, it compensates with lightning-fast attack speed. It truly shines in the late game when Miya is fully equipped with items.
The build capitalizes on Miya’s Attack Speed, which translates into swift movement. The selected items provide a solid defense, reflecting damage and enhancing her life steal capabilities. Notably, this build focuses on two of Miya’s core strengths: attack speed and life steal. While her damage output remains consistent, her attack speed is significantly boosted. Ideal for solo gameplay or frontline battles, this build excels in poking, initiating, and engaging. It prominently showcases Miya’s area-of-effect (AoE) and crowd control (CC) abilities in the forefront of battle.
Use This Build If:
- Front-Line Disruption Build: An innovative strategy that pressures opponents into retreat, aids early team gold accumulation and disrupts opponent gameplay and formation. Also handy in pushing lanes.
- You’re Solo: This is a sturdy build. Survive close attacks with a blend of items and speed effects. Ideal for ganking, roaming, and strategic positioning, as it allows her to withstand slightly more damage than usual. It can also be used when your team lacks a complete line-up, since Miya is versatile in objectives and tasks.
- Taking on Durable Heroes: Although damage takes a backseat, Miya’s rapid attack speed and ability to maintain consistent engagement provide a significant advantage. She remains active in battle, even pursuing opponents. The defensive items in this build offer additional reassurance, allowing her to function effectively as a soft damage dealer.
Skills:
Miya’s First Skill (Moon Arrow) should be leveled up first, since it provides a buff that enhances her basic attack, which may be capitalized on into the latter stages of battle. Level Up her Second Skill (Arrow of Eclipse) when level two is reached, then follow up with her Ultimate Skill (Hidden Moonlight) when it becomes available.
- Level 1: First Skill - Moon Arrow
- Level 2: Second Skill - Arrow of Eclipse
- Level 3: First Skill - Moon Arrow
- Level 4: Ultimate Skill - Hidden Moonlight
Items:
- Swift Boots ($710) - Attack Speed
- Windtalker ($1820) - Splash Damage
- Berserker’s Fury ($2500) - Crit Chance and Damage
- Haas’ Claws ($2020) - Life Steal
- Malefic Roar ($2060) - High Physical Penetration
- Wind of Nature ($1910) - Physical Damage Immunity
What kind of enemy lineup should you use this build on?
This build works well against a team of slow heroes, because Miya’s attack speed can initiate and also counter attacks.
2. Attack Speed & Crit Chance
This is a perfect choice for a late-game carry, and performs best when you have a well-structured team to back you up. The combination of Splash Damage, Life Steal, Crit Chance, and Damage, topped by Inspire, is a recipe for dealing massive damage with a decent chance of survival and maintaining impact in team engagement.
Use This Build If:
- Late-game Carry - Venturing into the late game, Wind of Nature introduces an intriguing twist. But it’s the grand finale—the Blade of Despair—that truly steals the spotlight. Its effects resonate powerfully, amplifying the foundational items’ and delivering a resounding blow of direct damage and impact.
- Supporting Allies - This item lineup isn’t a solo act—it’s an ensemble performance! Best used when harmonizing with allies who push objectives. Solo gameplay leaves you exposed, the spotlight may be yours, but so are the shadows of lurking opponents.
- Split Push - This is perfect for clearing and pushing multiple lanes in the early stages of battle. It also helps build gold and allows allies to take on other roles and duties.
Skills:
Miya’s First Skill (Moon Arrow) should be leveled up first, since it provides a buff that enhances her basic attack, which may be capitalized on into the latter stages of battle. Level Up her Second Skill (Arrow of Eclipse) when level two is reached, then follow up with her Ultimate Skill (Hidden Moonlight) when it becomes available.
- Level 1: First Skill - Moon Arrow
- Level 2: Second Skill - Arrow of Eclipse
- Level 3: First Skill - Moon Arrow
- Level 4: Ultimate Skill - Hidden Moonlight
Items:
- Swift Boots ($710) - Attack Speed
- Windtalker ($1820) - Splash Damage
- Berserker’s Fury ($2500) - Crit Chance and Damage
- Haas’ Claws ($2020) - Life Steal
- Malefic Roar ($2060) - High Physical Penetration
- Demon Hunter Sword ($2180) - Tank Killer
What kind of enemy lineup should you use this build on?
This build is suitable for fragile high damage dealers like Marksmen and Mages. It can also help you break through the enemy’s front lines, but it is better to target the damage dealers by using positioning and timing.
1. Burst
This build is ideal for the gold lane, where you can face Tanks and opposing Marksmen. It boosts Miya’s CC and AoE abilities, and lets you deal with tough heroes using the Demon Hunter Sword as the third item. It also enhances your basic attack and adds Physical Penetration. This is a balanced build that can handle strong teams.
Use This Build If:
- Gold Lane - This build is an absolute game-changer when it comes to taking on the gold lane. It's not just about dealing damage, it's about strategically attacking Tanks, the bulwarks of the enemy team. By focusing on these formidable foes, you can disrupt the enemy's defenses and create openings for your team. But the brilliance of this build doesn't stop there. It's designed to stimulate a gold rush during the early phases of battle. Through strategic poking and initiating with Crowd Control (CC) and Area of Effect (AoE) skills, you can keep the enemy at bay while your team accumulates wealth. It's a delicate balance of offense and economy, setting the stage for a strong mid and late game. This build also opens up the possibility for split push gameplay. Once turrets are cleared in rapid succession, you can divide and conquer, applying pressure across multiple lanes. This build offers a dynamic and versatile approach to the mid-late game.
- Support - This build also shines in supporting other objectives. It's a multi-faceted approach that takes into account the broader picture of the game. For instance, it aids in increasing the gold count, a crucial aspect that can significantly boost your team's overall strength and capabilities. More gold means better equipment and items, giving your team an edge in the battlefield. Moreover, it's a great strategy for pushing and poking the frontiers of the opponent team formation. It applies pressure, keeping the enemy on their toes, and creating opportunities for your team to advance.
- Hyper Carry - This build is a masterstroke that harnesses the full potential of Miya’s skill effects. The power and capacity of this build to carry and push objectives and goals cannot be overstated. It’s versatile, and unstoppable. It’s effective against all heroes, making it a formidable weapon regardless of the enemy lineup. Whether you’re facing a tanky bruiser, a nimble assassin, or a powerful mage, this build gives you the tools to come out on top. Moreover, this build provides depth when used in kiting. With this build, you can keep your enemies at arm’s length, baiting them into unfavorable fights, and striking when they least expect it.
Skills:
Miya’s First Skill (Moon Arrow) should be leveled up first, since it provides a buff that enhances her basic attack, which may be capitalized on into the latter stages of battle. Level Up her Second Skill (Arrow of Eclipse) when level two is reached, then follow up with her Ultimate Skill (Hidden Moonlight) when it becomes available.
- Level 1: First Skill - Moon Arrow
- Level 2: Second Skill - Arrow of Eclipse
- Level 3: First Skill - Moon Arrow
- Level 4: Ultimate Skill - Hidden Moonlight
Items:
- Tough Boots ($700) - Resilience
- Corrosion Scythe ($2050) - Slow on Hit
- Demon Hunter Sword ($2180) - Tank Killer
- Golden Staff ($2000) - Enhanced Attack Effects
- Malefic Roar ($2060) - High Physical Penetration
- Wind of Nature ($1910) - Physical Damage Immunity
What kind of enemy lineup should you use this build on?
This build can take on a full line up and is capable of dealing with durable heroes. It is a supportive build due to Miya’s soft nature as a high damage dealer but focuses on burst, in enhancing her damage. Positioning and timing is key, since this is a Kiting Build.
