There are currently 7 different roles that can be assigned in a game of Heroes of Newerth Reborn including;

 

Positioned in the middle lane, this hero gains solo experience and levels quickly, becoming a strong presence on the map early. They often roam to other lanes to secure kills and apply pressure.

 

This hero is typically weak early but grows powerful over time. They farm resources to become the primary damage dealer in the late game, "carrying" the team to victory.

 

This hero farms neutral camps in the jungle instead of a lane, focusing on accumulating gold and experience out of sight of the enemy team. Junglers help by ganking lanes, pushing towers, and bringing in extra resources to support their teammates while applying pressure on the map.

The primary support player, responsible for warding, healing, and protecting the carry. They typically don’t farm, instead focusing on enabling other team members and controlling the map.

Usually takes the harder lane and plays a more durable or utility-focused hero, paired up with another hero in this lane. Their role is to disrupt the enemy carry’s farm and survive on minimal resources while providing control and support for team fights.

Also known as "position 4", this player supports the team with utility and crowd control, often roaming between lanes to assist with ganks and applying pressure while getting some farm when possible.

 

Very similar to the Offlane role, this hero plays in the most dangerous lane (usually solo against multiple enemies) with minimal resources. Their goal is to survive, disrupt the enemy’s farm, and gain experience to support the team later, often by being difficult to kill or harassing the enemy carry.

Witch Slayer

A versatile support hero with a reliable stun and mana drain, making him effective in controlling enemies and assisting teammates

Pyromancer

A ranged intelligence hero with high burst damage, akin to LoL's Annie, capable of quickly eliminating enemies with his skill combo.

Glacius

A support hero with abilities to slow and freeze enemies, providing crowd control and mana regeneration for allies, making him a valuable team asset.

 

Swiftblade

Resembling LoL's Master Yi, Swiftblade is a melee agility hero with abilities that grant invulnerability during attacks, allowing for aggressive plays and quick escapes.

For a new player to Heroes of Newerth Reborn, the key mechanics to understand before jumping into the game include:

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1. Denying

In HoN, you can attack and kill your own creeps, structures, and even allied heroes (under certain conditions) to prevent the enemy team from gaining gold and experience. This is known as denying and is a unique mechanic compared to some other MOBAs. Timing is crucial to execute denies effectively.

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2. Gold Loss on Death

Unlike some MOBAs, you lose a portion of your gold upon death in HoN. Staying alive is not only important for map presence but also to maintain your gold advantage. Avoid unnecessary risks and know when to retreat.

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3. Stronger Tower Aggro

Towers in HoN deal significant damage, and their targeting mechanics can punish careless players. If you attack an enemy hero under their tower, it will prioritize attacking you, so positioning and timing are key.

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4. Active Items

Many items in HoN have active abilities that can turn the tide of a fight. Learning how and when to use these items effectively is critical to success. Popular examples include Portal Key (blink/dash ability) and Shrunken Head (similar to a magic immunity item in other MOBAs).

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5. Fast-Paced Gameplay

Games in HoN are typically faster and more aggressive than in other MOBAs. Map movement, early skirmishes, and quick decision-making are emphasized. Be prepared to adapt to this rapid tempo.

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6. Map Awareness and Vision

Wards play a vital role in HoN, providing vision over key areas like Kongor’s pit or high-traffic jungle routes. However, vision is limited, and fog of war is very punishing, so keeping an eye on the minimap is essential.

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7. Courier Usage

HoN features a courier to deliver items from the base to heroes on the map. Learning how to manage the courier efficiently can save valuable time and keep you competitive in gold and experience.

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8. Hero Roles and Synergy

While HoN shares traditional MOBA roles like carry, support, and initiator, many heroes are versatile and can fill multiple roles depending on the team composition. Experimenting and understanding how your hero synergizes with others is part of the fun!

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9. Unique Boss Objectives

Learn the mechanics of Kongor and Phoenix, the two major neutral bosses. Controlling these objectives provides game-changing rewards, so knowing when and how to contest them is vital.

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10. Taunts and Psychological Play

HoN features playful mechanics like taunts, which can demoralize or distract opponents when used strategically. While not game-changing, they add a layer of personality and mind games to the experience.

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By mastering these mechanics, you'll quickly adapt to the unique and rewarding gameplay of Heroes of Newerth Reborn! Jump into the tutorial or practice mode to familiarize yourself further.

Yes, Heroes of Newerth Reborn features two unique boss objectives: Kongor and Phoenix.

• Kongor: Kongor is a powerful neutral boss located in a central position on the map. Defeating him rewards the team with significant advantages, including the ability to spawn Kongor at a lane of choice in which he will then begin to push the lane towards the enemy towers, dealing significant damage to them.

• Phoenix: Phoenix is another neutral boss objective that offers a different strategic advantage. When defeated, it provides a Phoenix Egg.  This item can be placed in the inventory of a select hero and when that hero is to be killed, they instead will turn into a Phoenix egg and after a short duration, will resurrect with full life and mana

These bosses add unique strategic layers to the game. Teams must decide when to take these objectives, balancing risk and reward while ensuring they don’t leave themselves vulnerable to counterplay from the enemy. If you're familiar with League's Dragon and Baron, think of Kongor and Phoenix as their equivalents, but with unique twists and mechanics that fit Heroes of Newerth Reborn's fast-paced gameplay.