Razor counterpicks: who to choose against this hero in Dota 2

Razor is a ranged hero, most often used as an offlaner, carry or midlaner. Thanks to a combination of his abilities, he can easily kill single targets.

A good choice against Razor would be heroes that:

• Do not rely on physical attacks
• Have high mobility
• Have the abilities to control Razor

Some of the best heroes against Razor:

• Outworld Destroyer - Astral Imprisonment is a good save against Static Link (it's important to note that you have to “hide” Razor himself so that the ally can escape, since Astral Imprisonment, by itself, does not interrupt Static Link). In addition, OD is good against Razor because of its ultimates, which deal huge damage to heroes with low mana, and Arcane Orb, thanks to which OD deals damage with attacks from current mana and can fight even under Static Link's debuff.
• Morphling - He is comfortable playing against Razor, as well as other characters without control. He can easily break Static Link by using Waveform, or use Morph to apply it on Razor. And due to the sheer amount of armor, Morphling isn't as afraid of Razor's ult.
• Disruptor - Glimpse and Kinetic Field will allow you to save yourself or an ally from Razor's attack, and Static Storm allows Disruptor to catch Razor and quickly deal with him before he can use his abilities.

Other good choices against Razor are Queen of Pain, Zeus, Lina, Storm Spirit, Faceless Void, Slark, Drow Ranger, Lich, Skywrath Mage, Pugna, Necrophos, Vengeful Spirit, Venomancer, Bane, Lion, Jakiro, Shadow Shaman, Viper, Crystal Maiden, Puck, Invoker, and Leshrac.

In addition to heroes, the following items will be effective against Razor:

• Guardian Greaves/Shiva's Guard/Crimson Guard/Assault Cuirass/Butterfly/Heaven's Halberd - against physical damage.
• Eul's Scepter of Divinity/Wind Waker/Force Staff/Hurricane Pike/Ghost/Ethereal Blade - good save against Razor.
• Linken's Sphere/Lotus Orb - against Static Link.
• Diffusal Blade/Disperser/Eye of Skadi - the slowdown is extremely nasty against Razor.
• Rod of Atos/Gleipnir/Scythe Of Vyse/Skull Basher/Abyssal Blade/Orchid Malevolence/Bloodthorn - to control Razor.

How to counter Razor:

Early game:

Razor is strong on lane thanks to a combination of Plasma Field and Static Link combo. Try to keep your distance with him and get Boots of Speed as one of your first items. It's also worth keeping a lane near your tower to keep yourself safe from Razor's attack.

Mid-game:

Razor is easy to single-target, so always stay near your allies and ensure you have a good vision on the map so you don't become an easy victim. If Razor has spent Ultimates or failed Static Link, this is a great opportunity to force a fight.

Late Game:

It's also worth playing off Razor's cooldowns and “punishing” him for unsuccessfully using Static Link or Eye of the Storm. In addition, Razor with Aghanim's Scepter can effectively push in late, so keep an eye on lanes and don't leave structures unprotected.

Overall Strategy

Magic damage and strong control is an effective way to neutralize Razor quickly. It's also important to avoid protracted battles and keep your distance, which will greatly increase your chances of victory.