Muerta + Phantom Assassin

Why this works

Putting two heavy-damage cores on one team can seem like a way to overwhelm the enemy, but the execution is often awkward. Both Phantom Assassin and Muerta want to be the primary damage dealer and need significant farm to come online. For most of the game, they both deal physical damage, making it straightforward for opponents to itemize with armor. While Muerta’s Pierce the Veil provides a source of magical damage, it doesn't directly set up Phantom Assassin for a kill. Instead of complementing each other, they often end up competing for the same resources without offering the lockdown or utility that would enable a true carry.

The mid-game is where this strain shows. With two heroes needing safe farm, your map can feel very small. In teamfights, the lack of a clear initiator or controller becomes a problem. If Muerta goes ethereal with her ultimate, opponents can simply switch focus to the physical-damage Phantom Assassin. The reverse is also true. The enemy isn't forced into a difficult choice; they deal with whichever hero is the more immediate threat. Without strong setup from their supports, this pair lacks the coordination to reliably take down key targets before they can react.