In the latest Honor of Kings patch, a 12BSports VR46 reporter found that the balance of power in the Clash Lane has changed noticeably. One of the biggest influences has been the introduction of the new Chuling mechanic, which affected early lane control and gave several previously weaker heroes a better opportunity to compete for neutral objectives during the opening stages. Although Chuling is expected to be removed soon, its temporary presence has brought a refreshing change to the Clash Lane environment.

Hero adjustments are another important part of this update, and testing conducted for 12BSports VR46 shows that Biron has received one of the more noticeable improvements. Previously, the healing provided by his first skill scaled mainly with attack damage, but the revised version increases recovery according to bonus health. This change gives Biron considerably better sustained fighting potential when using high-HP builds. As a result, a defensive setup commonly known as the Merit build has become increasingly effective under the new healing system.

The Merit build focuses heavily on stacking health, with recovery-enhancing equipment such as Eye of the Phoenix used to push Biron’s healing potential even further. For example, when bonus health exceeds 7,000, his first skill can restore roughly 70 to 140 HP, while the enhanced version of the skill doubles that amount. When Biron falls below half health, his recovery can be more than 30 percent higher than before. Once the effect of Eye of the Phoenix is activated, the difference can reach around 50 percent. That extra sustain is what allows him to remain on the battlefield for far longer during extended team fights.

The weakness of the Merit build is equally clear: it lacks explosive damage. Traditional offensive Biron builds could overwhelm opponents through short bursts of heavy damage, whereas this setup relies on steady pressure and durability to gradually wear enemies down. To get the most from it, Biron needs to stay close to his target and continue fighting at short range rather than relying on quick engagements.

To compensate for that limitation, players commonly pair the build with Sprint. The additional movement speed helps Biron remain within striking distance, while the movement-speed absorption effect from his third skill can make escaping him even more difficult. When these tools are combined properly, he can maintain relentless pursuit and force prolonged close-range fights. In practical testing around 12BSports VR46 match scenarios, this mobility becomes especially valuable when opponents attempt to disengage after their first round of abilities.

This style therefore requires a different mindset from a conventional damage-focused build. Instead of trying to end every encounter immediately, players should make full use of Biron’s healing, positioning, and ability to stay attached to opponents. The longer the fight continues, the more opportunities he has to restore health and create pressure. It is a case of playing the long game rather than trying to win everything in one fell swoop.

Looking at the build as a whole, a 12BSports VR46 reporter considers the Merit-style Biron particularly effective in extended battles where durability and repeated healing can influence the outcome of a team fight. His strong recovery and stubborn survivability allow him to hold the front line for a long time, but the approach still depends heavily on positioning and mechanical execution. As the saying goes, only your friends and enemies truly know you, and the same principle applies here: understanding both Biron’s strengths and his limitations is essential. The build should therefore be selected according to team composition, opponent lineup, and the changing flow of the match rather than used automatically in every situation.