DOCTRINE

Kelvin

A-tier

Protector · Explorer · Ice Cold

Matchups

Choose an opponent to open that matchup. Percentages show Kelvin's recorded match win rate against each hero, not the chance of winning the lane.

Best lane mates

These partners work well with this hero. Percentages show recorded match win rates for each pairing, not lane wins.

01IvyKit pairIvy can link Kelvin while he slows enemies with Arctic Beam. Both provide healing, but they should stand far enough apart that one disable cannot stop both players.60%
02DynamoKit pairBoth heroes provide healing, letting the pair recover between attacks. Kelvin’s slowing beam can help Dynamo reach a target, but place Frozen Shelter carefully so it does not block your team’s follow-up.58.5%
03GravesKit pairAlso an opponentKelvin can slow enemies with Arctic Beam while Graves’s summons attack them. Use the slow to hold contested ground, but keep clear routes for both heroes to retreat.60.7%
04PaigeKit pairPaige’s barrier can protect Kelvin while he holds Arctic Beam on an enemy. Kelvin’s slows make Captivating Read harder to escape, while both heroes can help teammates recover between fights.60.2%
05HazeKit pairAlso an opponentKelvin’s beam slows enemies and reduces their fire rate, giving Haze a better shooting exchange. Place Frozen Shelter carefully so it does not separate Haze from the target she is trying to finish.54.8%

Worst lane opponents

These opponents present different threats in lane. Percentages show this hero’s recorded match win rate against each opponent, not lane wins.