5 best Legends to counter Horizon in Apex Legends

Best characters to counter Horizon in Apex Legends (Image via EA)
Best characters to counter Horizon in Apex Legends (Image via EA)

Horizon in Apex Legends is a Skirmisher that requires quite a bit of grind to master. Her ability kit is quite simple but can turn the tides in a team fight if used properly. The tactical ability creates an upward draft at the target location that can be used to float up. This is most useful when trying to occupy high ground or contest for its control. Her ultimate ability deploys a temporary black hole which can limit the movement of enemies in a small range. Moreover, her passive allows players to avoid being slowed when jumping from heights.

This article will showcase some of the best characters that can counter Horizon in Apex Legends.

Note: This article is subjective and reflects the writer's opinion.


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Which characters can counter Horizon in Apex Legends?

1) Wattson

Wattson is a Controller character in Apex Legends. Her tactical ability can be used to create electric fences to secure a perimeter on the ground or anchor a building. If you are trying to maintain control of higher ground, these fences can be useful to fend off Skirmishers like Horizon who prefer contesting from outside and directly float up to the high ground.

Wattson in Apex Legends (Image via EA)
Wattson in Apex Legends (Image via EA)

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Horizon’s most common combo is to deploy her ultimate and spam grenades. This is where Wattson’s ultimate can be an effective counter as it can destroy incoming grenades and other explosives. You can shoot down Horizon’s ultimate with ease and then take the team fight without any handicaps.


2) Caustic

Caustic is another Controller legend in EA’s battle royale. He is capable of holding down different map locations with his tactical ability. The ability can be used to deploy gas traps at target locations that detonate whenever an enemy is near it. You can place down a few barrels on the roof edges or around locations where Horizon can use her tactical to get to the high ground.

Caustic in Legend Locker (Image via EA)
Caustic in Legend Locker (Image via EA)

Caustic’s ultimate is great for slowing down enemy pushes. If you get forced to participate in a gunfight, you can deploy this ultimate to temporarily block one side and prevent the enemy from flanking. However, you would need to reset during this time and place down a few more of the gas traps to ensure you have an advantage.


3) Conduit

Conduit is a Support legend and can be highly effective during team fights. The tactical ability allows players to provide teammates with a temporary shield. However, Conduit’s ultimate ability is the primary counter in this scenario against Horizon. This ability can create an energy barrier in one direction and block opponents from rushing to your location.

Conduit in Apex Legends (Image via EA)
Conduit in Apex Legends (Image via EA)

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The barrier can slow down and deal ticking damage to anyone who tries to cross it. This can force Horizon to use the tactical ability to chase your team. You can then engage in the fights without worrying about the Skirmisher suddenly taking the high ground and deploying a black hole from above.


4) Octane

Octane is a Skirmisher character in Apex Legends. His tactical ability can be used to gain a temporary speed boost by sacrificing a percentage of his health. If you are being attacked by a Horizon, you can simply act fast and move away from the black hole’s radius. This will allow you to move freely and shoot back to protect your team.

Octane in EA's battle royale (Image via EA)
Octane in EA's battle royale (Image via EA)

Octane’s ultimate is another great tool that can be used to initiate fights or retreat from dangerous situations. The jump pad can also be used to help your team from being trapped near Horizon’s ultimate and contest any high ground that your opponents are trying to capture. You can always choose to flank the enemy team as an Octane with the help of your speed boost.


5) Newcastle

Newcastle is a Support legend in the game and has an ability kit tailored around deploying shields. His tactical ability can be used to create a temporary shield for cover against incoming damage. This allows the team to quickly reset during gunfights and can also be used when trapped near Horizon’s ultimate.

Newcastle in Apex Legends (Image via EA)
Newcastle in Apex Legends (Image via EA)

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Newcastle’s ultimate ability can deploy a massive shield at the target location. You can slam down this shield during the fights to isolate fights and provide your allies with room to take cover. This strategy can be effective in both open areas and inside buildings.


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