Q7

Q7

League of Legends · v16.13.1

Runes

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Default runes

OP.GG standard build; does not change with matchup pages.

Matchup runes

Standard build

Boots

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Core

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Matchup plan

Build AP Malphite when your team lacks AP and enemy backline is squishy, one-shotting them before teamfights. Prioritize tank items when enemy lacks tank-busting; build AP when your team needs magic damage. AP Malphite relies on ult for damage; building tank only lets you soak damage and tickle the ADC. If you die often, skip Mejai's Soulstealer; other items can still carry.

七寸

Malphite vs Illaoi · Top lane matchup

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Core game plan

At equal skill level, Malphite vs Illaoi must play passively, losing trades early, only poking with Q, and avoid fighting before level 6.

02

Strength by game time

Lv 1–3LaningLevel 6Mid gameTeamfights

5:5.

4:6.

5:5.

5:5.

6:4.

Farm safely levels 1-3, avoid being hit by her E.Keep distance in lane, use Q to farm and poke.Post-6, use ult to assist ganks or counter-engage.Mid game, roam more and use ult to initiate fights.In teamfights, save ult for key carries and absorb damage.

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How a strong Illaoi player plays

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Soul Pull for Harass
Pro Illaoi will use E to pull your soul while you last-hit, then smash it with tentacles to chunk your HP.
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Q to Zone Movement
He will use Q to predict your movement, forcing you into a bad position, then follow up with E or W for trades.
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Level 6 Counter-engage
At level 6, if you engage on him, he will immediately ult and fight back; tentacle damage is huge, so don't commit.

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Detailed breakdown

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