Top-tier match data updated; after hero balancing, which hero is the most favored in the Chinese server?

The game is getting a weekly update, and not only is Cao Cao's KPL limited edition making its debut and available for a 6 RMB flash sale, but the Fragment Shop is also being updated with four new epic heroes. Among them, the most anticipated is the hero balance. After the attribute changes, how will the data be affected? Overpowered, weakened, or strengthened? Everyone knows about the Hua Mulan rework. Immediately after the rework, there were complaints from the Chinese server about Hua Mulan's healing mechanism. At first, not many people paid attention, but after several days of observation, her strength was immediately revealed.

Athena

The frenzy among a select few is mainly due to the high skill ceiling, as evidenced by the sheer number of skins available. These skins, often from niche heroes, once boasted the highest win rates across all champions, making them exclusive to top-tier players. However, the nerfs seem pointless. Their consistently low pick rate and high win rate are normal, hence the perceived unfairness. Objectively speaking, the hero's strength was inherently decent, but its unpopular mechanics dampened the desire to play it. Its core damage output relies on enhanced basic attacks, and the nerf, targeting only the first skill's damage, has minimal impact given its 59% win rate in top-tier matches.

Chang'e

Cheers erupted as Chang'e's nerf was widely anticipated. Players had long disliked her, as she had been dominant for several versions until Season 41, when her weakness was finally addressed with a significant reduction in the burst damage of her ultimate. Her win rate in top-tier matches dropped by 5.4%, while her pick rate remained around 20%, indicating she was a popular pick. This also revealed that her tier dropped from T0 to T1. Unfortunately, she is rarely seen in ranked matches, so the numerical values are not very relevant. However, she will continue to play in high-level matches and the peak tournament as usual.

Mulan

The rework of Hua Mulan was the hottest topic this week, a rare buff, as this warrior has always relied on skillful play to reach her potential. Her heavy and light sword mechanics, along with various benefits like movement speed, immunity to crowd control, damage reduction, and silence, all contributed to the buff. However, the new attribute is increased health, which seems insignificant at first glance. The increased win rate suggests the changes were effective, pushing her beyond 50% in all aspects. The ultimate's damage is balanced across the early and late game. While seemingly minor, it's better than a complete nerf. If future balancing follows this approach, wouldn't it be worthwhile? Finally, Cao Cao's first skill's movement speed was reduced. Despite this nerf, his pick rate surged across all skill levels within days, likely related to the KPL limited-edition skin. Back in the peak rankings, his pick rate dropped by 5.2% and his win rate by 2.6%, causing him to fall out of the T0 tier.