GL Counters

This page has details of counters to Galatics legends, with extra emphasis on non-GL counters.

= Incoming nerf to non-GL GL counters!!! = Here is every GL counter that doesn't include another GL, and if it will still be viable after the upcoming changes

= The best characters to counter GLs = These characters can counter all GLs in various lineups, and are also useful in other parts of the game:


 * Vader: as leader or under Thrawn
 * Thrawn: for TM swap and Fracture
 * Wat: for tank and weapons techs
 * Characters that can apply shock: DR, BSF, Malak. Also in this category is Traya with Isolate that serves a similar purpose to shock, but is more persistent. Traya can also cleanse Sith allies.
 * Pretaunt tanks: GBA, L3, Shoretrooper, Sith Trooper

If you could choose only 5 to prioritise gear:
 * 1) Thrawn: appears most in all GL counters
 * 2) Vader: good against all GLs, but not as leader against SLKR (use DR or EP lead instead against SLKR)
 * 3) Wat: doesn't need to be geared that high as getting tech out at start is most important role
 * 4) Malak: useful for shock, taunt, and general pain in the arse
 * 5) Traya: isolate and dispel of Sith allies

DR and BSF can be subbed for Malak and Traya.

A pretaunt is useful too:
 * GBA can dispel and re-generate taunt
 * Shoretrooper is best if running with Empire as gives Vader a speed boost. Stormtrooper is good with Wat as can act as a pretaunt
 * KRU also good
 * L3 okay too

= General strategy =


 * 3v3 Refresher: Part 1 - How to handle GLs
 * Use 3 teams. Yes, low banners, but beating the GL is more important and burner teams are a fairly reliable strategy
 * Burner team, counter, cleanup How do you counter GL Kylo in 3v3? - classic strategy used on DR/Malak teams before
 * Similar to above: Burner team, Kill Add team, Cleanup team

= Summary table = This table is not exhaustive - see other sections for comprehensive coverage. It is taken from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zDq4fRLEvUk

= Videos covering multiple counters = Check dates and comments as some counters may no longer be valid due to nerfs/buffs.
 * Defeating All GL's Using NO GL's Arena Climb! This Is Fun! SWGOH! - April 2021
 * Climb in Squad Arena Supreme Leader Kylo Ren Galactic Legend
 * Click Subscribe - lots of summary videos
 * How To Counter ALL Galactic Legends Guide Without a GL in Grand Arena - Feb 2021
 * GAC 5v5 Counters Guide! Beat the Best 10 Teams in the Game with NO GL - Feb 2021
 * ULTIMATE GL COUNTER'S GUIDE (With Graphics)!! 20+ Teams to Beat Every GL in SWGoH - Dec 2020
 * Are You Tired of Galactic Legends? Watch This to Counter Galactic Legends Rey + Kylo Easily! - Sep 2020
 * Conquer Squad Arena WITHOUT Ever Using a Galactic Legend - Jan 2021
 * TEN Counters to Galactic Legends! - May 2020

3v3

 * OFF-META COUNTERS FOR GLs in 3v3, plus SIGN UP FOR GAC, IT'S EARLY, YIKES
 * What Non GL Will Defeat The Sith Eternal Emperor (SEE) In 3v3?! SWGOH!
 * 3v3 Refresher: Part 1 - How to handle GLs