Master every MLBB role! Learn how to play Tank, Mage, Marksman, Assassin, Fighter, and Support the right way with this easy role guide for 2025.
???? Not Sure What Role to Play in Mobile Legends?
Whether you’re brand new or still stuck picking your lane at the last second, learning how to play your role properly is what separates beginners from MVPs.
Each of the 6 roles in Mobile Legends: Bang Bang has a clear responsibility—and if you do it right, your entire team benefits.
Let’s break it down, role by role. ????
????️ 1. TANK – The Team’s Shield
Your Job:
- Soak damage
- Initiate fights
- Peel for your carries (Marksman/Mage)
How to Play It Right:
- Always stay in front of your squishy allies
- Engage with skills (ex: Tigreal’s ult)
- Use Flicker + CC skills for game-changing moments
- Buy tank/support items like Dominance Ice, Cursed Helmet
???? MLBB Tip: Your deaths matter less than your presence. Be brave—but smart.
???? 2. MAGE – The Burst Specialist
Your Job:
- Deal magic damage
- Clear mid lane fast
- Control teamfights with AoE or CC
How to Play It Right:
- Stay in mid lane and rotate after level 4
- Zone enemies during objectives
- Farm smart, don’t overextend
- Use combos and skill shots wisely
???? MLBB Tip: Mages win fights with positioning, not raw power.
???? 3. MARKSMAN – The Damage Dealer
Your Job:
- Deal high DPS (damage per second)
- Farm safely in the gold lane
- Carry late-game fights
How to Play It Right:
- Farm early, avoid fights before getting items
- Stick with your tank/support
- Learn to kite (attack while moving)
- Build lifesteal and crit items
???? MLBB Tip: Your main job? Stay alive and hit everything.
????️ 4. ASSASSIN – The Backline Killer
Your Job:
- Pick off squishy heroes
- Create pressure with map presence
- Secure kills and buffs
How to Play It Right:
- Farm jungle and rotate often
- Avoid unnecessary teamfights
- Focus on isolated targets
- Don’t dive 1v5. Time your entry.
???? MLBB Tip: You’re a ninja, not a frontliner. Wait, strike, vanish.
???? 5. FIGHTER – The Balanced Brawler
Your Job:
- Initiate skirmishes
- Act as off-tank or side lane duelist
- Pressure enemy side lanes
How to Play It Right:
- Focus on sustain and dueling
- Rotate mid or turtle after clearing your lane
- Split push if your team is grouped
- Mix tank and damage items
???? MLBB Tip: Fighters win games with 1v1 wins and smart rotations.
???? 6. SUPPORT – The Unsung Hero
Your Job:
- Keep allies alive
- Provide vision and utility
- Peel for your Marksman
How to Play It Right:
- Stick close to the carry
- Spam heals, shields, or slows
- Buy Roaming Items (Favor, Conceal, Dire Hit)
- Always check the minimap
???? MLBB Tip: You might not top the kills—but you top the impact.
???? Bonus: Role + Lane Pairing Cheat Sheet
| Role | Lane | Example Hero |
|---|---|---|
| Tank | Roam | Tigreal, Khufra |
| Mage | Mid Lane | Pharsa, Eudora |
| Marksman | Gold Lane | Miya, Beatrix |
| Assassin | Jungle | Lancelot, Hayabusa |
| Fighter | EXP Lane | Balmond, Paquito |
| Support | Roam/Mid | Rafaela, Estes |
???? Final Word from Miya Kassandra Lee
The best teams aren’t built on flashy kills—they’re built on players who know their roles.
So next time you queue up, don’t just pick a hero—own your role. Learn its purpose, play it with heart, and help your team shine.
Whether you’re a carry, a healer, or a tank—you matter. That’s the real game.
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Miya Kassandra Lee is a passionate gamer, seasoned writer, and lifelong sports fanatic. A proud Mobile Legends player and strategist, Miya has spent the past 16 years covering everything from esports tournaments to iGaming trends and sports headlines across Southeast Asia. With her deep knowledge of digital gaming culture and a flair for storytelling, she has become a trusted voice in the gaming and sports blogging scene.
Whether it’s breaking down the latest MLBB meta, reviewing new online casino platforms, or live-tweeting a championship game, Miya brings energy, insight, and a player’s perspective to every piece she writes. When she’s not grinding the ranks in-game or drafting her next feature, you’ll find her cheering courtside, hosting gaming streams, or diving deep into the latest game patches.
“Gaming isn’t just a hobby—it’s a lifestyle. And I’m here to tell those stories.”