MLBB Patch 1.9.6 Notes: Hanzo Buff, Eudora Revamp & M7 Meta Impact
February 27, 2026
The latest MLBB Patch 1.9.6 notes dropped on January 28, 2026, bringing significant changes that are already reshaping the competitive landscape . Hot on the heels of the M7 World Championship—which smashed records with 5.5 million peak viewers—Moonton is wasting no time adjusting the meta.
This patch features a complete Eudora revamp, a game-changing Hanzo buff, and crucial nerfs to dominant picks like Aamon and Yu Zhong . For competitive players, understanding these changes isn’t optional—it’s the difference between climbing ranks and getting left behind.
Here’s your esports-focused breakdown of MLBB Patch 1.9.6 and what it means for the upcoming season.
Hero Buffs: Who’s Rising in the Meta
Hanzo is emerging as a strong meta pick after receiving a new energy mechanic that grants 15 energy from basic attacks against heroes and 45 energy when attacking Turtle or Lord objectives. Although his ultimate cooldown was slightly increased from 24–12 seconds to 24–16 seconds, the improved energy sustain allows Hanzo to maintain his demon form longer and control objectives more effectively, making him more unpredictable in competitive play.
Floryn is no longer just a support healer after buffs increased her adaptive attack bonus from 5% to 8% and enhanced her Flower of Hope passive damage from 60 (+30% stats) to 100 (+40% stats). These changes allow Floryn to contribute meaningful poke damage while still providing strong sustain for teammates, fitting well into the current sustain-focused meta.
Miya also gained better survivability through a major ultimate cooldown reduction, dropping from 46–26 seconds to 30–20 seconds. This improvement gives her more frequent escape opportunities against assassin-heavy compositions, making her harder to dive while improving her overall safety in team fights.
Hero Nerfs: What’s Falling Out of Favor
Aamon – Damage Reduced
The slippery assassin finally gets tuned down. His Ultimate damage numbers were cut significantly :
| Damage Type | Before | After |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Damage | 45-55 (+12% MP) | 35-45 (+10% MP) |
| Maximum Damage | 75-90 (+20% MP) | 70-90 (+20% MP) |
Competitive Impact:
Aamon’s one-shot potential against squishy targets is reduced, especially in the early game. He’ll now need better positioning and timing to secure kills—no more brain-dead dives.
Yu Zhong – Early Game Dominance Curbed
Yu Zhong’s passive damage per Sha Residue stack was reduced from 30 to 20 .
This nerf specifically targets his oppressive early-game laning. He’ll still scale well, but EXP laners now have a window to contest him before level 8.
Sora – Torrent Form Cooldown Increased
Sora’s Torrent Form Ultimate cooldown increased from 24-16s to 32-24s . This forces Sora players to be more selective with their all-ins, reducing his spam potential in team fights.
Eudora Revamp: Complete Rework Analysis
The biggest news in MLBB Patch 1.9.6 is the Eudora revamp . She’s now called “Lightning Weaver” with a completely redesigned kit that preserves her burst identity while adding AOE options.
New Abilities Breakdown
| Ability | Effect | Competitive Use |
|---|---|---|
| Passive – Superconductor | Skills inflict Superconductor on enemies hit. Additional effects trigger against marked targets. | Mark management is key—chain abilities for maximum burst. |
| Skill 1 – Forked Lightning | Fan-shaped AOE damage. If target has Superconductor, lightning chain deals damage over time. | Wave clear and poke. Chain damage adds sustain pressure. |
| Skill 2 – Electric Arrow | Orb deals damage, reduces Magic Defense, and stuns. If target marked, orb bounces to nearby enemies. | Now provides AOE CC—huge for team fights. |
| Ultimate – Thunder’s Wrath | Blast lightning on target area. If target marked, lightning strikes again after brief delay. | Delayed burst adds zone control and punish potential. |
How to Play New Eudora
The revamped Eudora is designed to reward more strategic play rather than relying only on simple one-shot combos. Players can use single-target burst by following the traditional pattern of Skill 2 into Ultimate for quick pick-offs. For team fights, Eudora can use Skill 1 to spread marks across enemies, then follow up with Skill 2 to trigger chain stuns before activating her Ultimate for delayed but powerful burst damage.
With these changes, Eudora is expected to transition from a niche burst mage into a more flexible mid-lane pick that can contribute in both pick-off and team fight scenarios. Analysts predict she may appear more frequently in competitive play, including regional tournaments such as MPL Philippines qualifiers, if players adapt well to her new playstyle.