Synn Store BLOG - Mastering Retribution in Mobile Legends: Which One Should You Choose?

In Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, Retribution stands as one of the 12 essential battle spells, designed especially for junglers. This powerful spell not only deals true damage to jungle creeps but also reduces the damage you receive from them—making your jungling experience faster and more efficient.

But that’s not all. Retribution comes in three unique variations, each offering a distinct edge when used against enemy heroes: Ice Retribution, Flame Retribution, and Bloody Retribution. Choosing the right one can significantly elevate your gameplay and help dominate the battlefield.

Let’s break down the three types and when to use them.

❄️ Ice Retribution: Chase or Escape with Speed

Effect: Steals movement speed from your target based on your level for several seconds.
Ideal for: Slowing down enemies while boosting your agility.

This type of Retribution is perfect when facing highly mobile opponents, particularly Mages or Marksmen. Whether you’re hunting them down for a kill or trying to escape a tricky situation, Ice Retribution gives you that crucial edge in mobility.

Best Heroes to Equip:

• Ling

• Lancelot

• Gusion

These assassin junglers thrive with Ice Retribution, as it allows them to maneuver easily during fights and secure key pick-offs.

🔥 Flame Retribution: Power Up and Strike Hard

Effect: Steals physical attack and magic power from the enemy for several seconds.
Ideal for: 1v1 scenarios and high burst damage engagements.

If your team has a solid amount of crowd control and you need to burst down enemies quickly, Flame Retribution is your go-to. By sapping your enemy’s offensive power and adding it to your own, it tips duels heavily in your favor.

Best Heroes to Equip:

• Hayabusa

• Saber

• Helcurt

These heroes benefit immensely from the damage boost, especially during assassinations or quick pick-offs.

🩸 Bloody Retribution: Sustain and Destroy

Effect: Siphons HP from your target over a few seconds, healing you while dealing damage.
Ideal for: Tanky junglers or sustained DPS in team fights.

Bloody Retribution is great for tank junglers who build HP-heavy items. It allows you to sustain longer during fights while still dishing out solid damage. This variation is also surprisingly effective on non-tanks like Harley, thanks to the synergy with high-burst abilities.

Best Heroes to Equip:

• Barats

• Fredrinn

• Alice

• Tank Lancelot

• Harley (due to his Deadly Magic ultimate synergy)

With Bloody Retribution, you become a drain tank—sapping life from enemies while protecting your allies and staying alive.

Final Thoughts

Understanding and selecting the right type of Retribution can dramatically influence your impact as a jungler in Mobile Legends. Whether you're chasing down slippery enemies, bursting them in a blink, or sustaining through long brawls, there's a Retribution that fits your playstyle.

So next time you queue up, ask yourself: which Retribution best suits your hero—and your strategy?