Synn Store BLOG - 5 Essential Tips to Push Rank Effectively at the Start of the Season

Are you eager to grind ranked matches at the start of the new Mobile Legends season? Hold on for a second, Bro. Don’t rush in blindly—because in this article, we’ll cover 5 crucial tips to help you climb rank more efficiently and avoid unnecessary stress early in the season.

Let’s get into it.

1. Understand the New Patch Before You Dive Into Ranked

Ever been super hyped at the start of the season, ready to dominate… only to lose two games in a row, feel mentally drained, and end up dragging your team down?

Chill. Sometimes it's not your fault—it’s the patch.

Every season reset comes with a new Mobile Legends patch update. Some heroes get buffed, others nerfed. New items might be introduced, and these changes can drastically shift the gameplay meta.

That’s why reading the patch notes is so important. You don’t have to read everything—just focus on heroes you usually play. Check which items got reworked, and which heroes are now overpowered (OP).

Don’t force a pick like Yin after he’s been nerfed into the ground, while the enemy runs around with agile, high-damage meta heroes. You’ll end up as TikTok content, bro.

🔑 Takeaway: Know the meta. New patch = new strategy. Adapt or get left behind.

2. Pick Meta Heroes That Match Your Playstyle

Once you're updated on the patch, the next step is to use OP/meta heroes—those that are currently dominating ranked.

But wait—don’t just blindly pick whatever’s OP. Don’t rely solely on comfort picks either. Just because you're “used to” Alucard doesn't mean he’s viable in the current meta.

Here’s the harsh truth: your opponents don't care if you're comfortable with a hero—they care about how to beat you.

At the start of the season, everyone is in full try-hard mode, bringing out top-tier heroes with insane stats. If you're stuck in the comfort zone, you’re just making yourself an easy target.

🧠 Pro Tip: From all the meta heroes, find one or two that align with your playstyle. Don’t instantly go all-in on a new hero—test them in Classic or Custom first. Learn the combo, positioning, and timing.

Examples of Strong Meta Heroes:

• Fredrinn – Durable tank with good zoning and decent ult damage.

• Gatotkaca – Great for initiating and resetting teamfights.

• Valentina – Can copy enemy ultimates and create unpredictable plays.

📌 Remember: Meta heroes aren’t just flashy—they’re tools. Use the best tools available to win.

3. Avoid 5-Man Squads Unless You’re Truly in Sync

Here’s a classic mistake: playing ranked as a full 5-man squad at the start of the season.

Sure, it sounds fun—your whole squad, all hyped up—but what happens during draft pick? Suddenly everyone’s fighting over roles, nobody wants to flex, and your “solid” team turns into chaos.

Worse yet, because you’re friends, you feel bad calling out mistakes. Maybe your friend rotated wrong or missed key objectives, but you stay silent to avoid drama.

👥 Solution? Play solo, duo, or trio. It’s more flexible, roles are easier to fill, and sometimes you match with randoms who play better as a team than your regular squad.

Example: In a duo, one can roam, the other goes gold lane—simple synergy without the ego clash of a 5-man lobby.

🙅‍♂️ Note: 5-man squads aren’t bad. But if your team likes to joke around, chase kills, or argue over MVP… maybe wait until you're already in a safer tier.

4. Prioritize Objectives Over Kills

Kills are fun. The feeling of getting that MVP? Addicting.

But Mobile Legends isn’t a deathmatch. And too many players forget that early season ranked is about winning—not flexing.

Let’s say you get 10 kills. But you never push turrets, contest Lord, or secure Turtle. Meanwhile, your opponent has 3 kills but has taken down all your turrets.

Who’s going to win?

Spoiler: Not you.

💡 Change your mindset: Instead of thinking, “How many kills can I get?”, ask:

• “Which turret can I push next?”

• “When’s the next Turtle spawn?”

• “Can I help zone for Lord?”

Every role contributes to objectives:

• Roamers can zone for Lord/Turtle.

• EXP laners can split-push and apply pressure.

• Gold laners should assist with damage during major objectives.

🎯 Focus on:

• Turrets

• Turtle

• Lord

Because those lead to the only win condition—destroying the enemy base.

5. Don’t Underestimate the Power of Rest

Here’s the final and often overlooked tip: Take breaks.

We get it—you just got reset from Mythic back to Epic, and you're desperate to climb back. You grind until 2 AM, eyes barely open, telling yourself, “One more game.”

Next thing you know, you’re on a losing streak. Your mood’s off. You sleep angry, and the next day you log in not to have fun, but to get revenge on the game.

🔥 That’s a dangerous mindset.

The problem isn’t always the game or your teammates—it could just be fatigue.

Even one day of rest can help you:

• Watch replays

• Analyze the meta

• Learn from others

• Reset your mental focus

🎮 When you return with a fresh mind, you’ll play better, stay calmer, and climb faster.

Final Thoughts

If you're serious about pushing rank in Mobile Legends at the start of a new season, these are the 5 game-changing tips you can't ignore:

1. Read the patch and understand the meta

2. Choose meta heroes that suit your playstyle

3. Avoid full squads unless your team is truly disciplined

4. Focus on objectives, not just kills

5. Rest your mind and body when needed

Ranked grind is a marathon, not a sprint. Use your brain, stay sharp, and remember—the real battle isn’t just with your enemies, but with your own mindset.