Honor of Kings Dharma: Skill, Item Build, and Arcana Guide
Dharma is a Fighter Tank in the Clash Lane in Honor of Kings, excelling at disrupting enemy formations with his crowd control, damage, and durability. As a frontline warrior, he absorbs damage while setting up plays for his team. This guide will help you master Dharma’s skills, item builds, arcana, and strategies for every stage of the game.
Dharma

Hero Information
Class | Fighter |
Lane Role | Clash Lane |
Popularity | C |
Win Rate | 51.82% |
Pick Rate | 0.44% |
Ban Rate | 0.02% |
Dharma’s Skills & Effects
Passive: Heart Meridian Mantra
- Every time Dharma casts a skill, he gains a stack of Mantra, increasing his Physical & Magical Defense for 5 seconds (up to 3 stacks).
- Skill 1 or Ultimate grants enhanced Basic Attacks that deal extra damage and slow enemies by 30% for 2 seconds.
🡆 Tips:
✔ Maintain Mantra stacks by using skills frequently.
✔ Utilize enhanced Basic Attacks to slow enemies and control fights.
Skill 1: Formlessness Mantra (Damage, Crowd Control)
- Dharma dashes forward and punches, dealing damage and knocking up enemies for 0.5s.
- Can store 2 charges (1 charge replenishes every 10s).
- If he successfully knocks an enemy into terrain with his Ultimate, the next use of Skill 1 becomes a flying kick that deals extra damage based on the target’s missing health.
🡆 Tips:
✔ Use it to initiate fights or escape danger.
✔ The knock-up can interrupt enemy abilities.
✔ Combo it with your Ultimate for the bonus flying kick effect.
Skill 2: Enlightenment Mantra (Damage, Lifesteal)
- Dharma unleashes a flurry of punches, dealing continuous damage over 4 seconds.
- Restores Health with each hit.
- Enhanced Basic Attacks apply his passive effects during this skill.
- Can change direction while casting and cancel early to refund cooldown.
🡆 Tips:
✔ Use in team fights to maximize healing and damage.
✔ Target high-priority enemies or clear minion waves quickly.
✔ Helps maintain Passive stacks for extra defenses.
Skill 3: Truth Mantra (Ultimate) (Damage, Crowd Control)
- Dharma throws a powerful punch, knocking enemies back.
- If enemies hit a wall, they take extra damage and are stunned for 1 second.
🡆 Tips:
✔ Aim to knock enemies into walls for maximum impact.
✔ Use as an engage tool or to peel for teammates.
✔ Long cooldown, so use it wisely.
Skill Combo Strategy
🔹 Ultimate → Skill 2 → Skill 1 → Ultimate (if available)
✔ Start with Ultimate to knock enemies into walls.
✔ Follow up with Skill 2 for sustained damage and healing.
✔ Use Skill 1 to disrupt and finish off enemies.
✔ Recast Ultimate if it’s available for extended CC.
Best Dharma Item Build
1️⃣ Boots of Resistance – Increases Magical Defense & Movement Speed for better survivability.
2️⃣ Axe of Torment – Boosts Physical Attack, Cooldown Reduction, Health, and Physical Pierce.
3️⃣ Master Sword – Provides Physical Attack, Critical Rate, and Health for offense and sustain.
4️⃣ Cuirass of Savagery – Grants Physical Defense, Attack Power, and Health, making Dharma more durable.
5️⃣ Pure Sky – Reduces incoming damage by 35% for 3 seconds, crucial for team fights.
6️⃣ Starbreaker – Enhances Physical Attack, Cooldown Reduction, and Physical Pierce for better damage.
🡆 Alternative Items:
✔ Ominous Premonition – If facing high Physical Damage.
✔ Overlord’s Platemail – Extra tankiness for extended fights.
Best Spells for Dharma
✔ Flash – For repositioning, escaping, or engaging.
✔ Execute – Helps finish off low-health enemies quickly.
Best Arcana for Dharma
🛡 Mutation – Increases Attack Power & Penetration for stronger hits.
⚡ Stealth – Boosts Physical Attack & Movement Speed, improving mobility.
🏹 Eagle Eye – Increases Physical Attack & Armor Penetration, ideal against tanks.
Dharma Gameplay Guide
Early Game (Farming & Laning)
✔ Focus on farming and getting core items.
✔ Use Skill 1 for quick poke damage & wave clear.
✔ Play safe until you gain power spikes.
Mid Game (Team Fights & Objectives)
✔ Join team fights and secure objectives like Abyssal Dragon & Tyrant.
✔ Combo your skills to control enemies and deal damage.
✔ Watch the minimap for enemy movements and potential ganks.
Late Game (Frontline & Team Coordination)
✔ Be the frontline tank, absorbing damage for your team.
✔ Peel for your carries by stunning or slowing enemies.
✔ Use your Ultimate wisely to control team fights.
Master Dharma & Lead Your Team to Victory!
By following this comprehensive Dharma guide, you’ll be able to dominate the Clash Lane, disrupt enemy formations, and provide a solid frontline presence. Use your skills wisely, build the right items, and strategically position yourself to lead your team to victory in Honor of Kings!
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