Axe + Puck

Why this works

Deciding to pair these two heroes often comes down to hoping their control stacks effectively, but their kits have a fundamental conflict. Axe's goal with Berserker's Call is to group enemies tightly on top of him. Puck's Dream Coil, however, excels at punishing enemies for moving and spreading out. When used together, one hero’s ultimate often negates the main purpose of the other's. While the silence from Puck can help Axe land a clean initiation, the core ultimates are pulling in opposite directions, creating redundant lockdown instead of a clean combo.

Fights can feel awkward as a result. Puck might land a perfect multi-hero Coil, only for Axe to blink in and taunt everyone, keeping them stationary and preventing the Coil's stun from ever triggering. Conversely, a great Call from Axe can leave Puck with few good options for a follow-up Coil, as the targets are already disabled. For the lane to succeed, they need to function sequentially rather than simultaneously. Puck has to set the stage with initial damage and silence, allowing Axe to find his moment, but they rarely achieve the massive teamfight impact their abilities suggest they should.