Azir is an advanced mage champion who excels in controlled team fights and scales exceptionally well into late game. While challenging to master, his unique soldier-based gameplay can dominate matches when played correctly.

Core Abilities Priority:

• W (Sand Soldiers) - Max first for increased damage and reduced mana costs
• Q (Conquering Sands) - Second priority for soldier repositioning
• E (Shifting Sands) - Max last, primarily used for mobility

Key Gameplay Tips:

1. Mana Management

• Conserve Q usage early game due to high mana costs
• Use W frequently as it has low mana cost
• Focus on auto-attacks with soldiers for consistent damage

2. Soldier Positioning

• Place new soldiers when old ones are out of range
• Multiple soldiers attacking the same target increases damage
• Position soldiers to zone enemies from farm

3. Shurima Shuffle Technique

• Place soldier
• E dash toward soldier
• Q to extend range
• R to push enemies toward team
• Most effective when enemy flash is down

Trading Patterns:

• Against Assassins:
  • Place soldier when they engage
  • Use E for shield while kiting
  • Add second soldier as they retreat
  • Follow with Q slow for extended trades

Core Items:

1. Starting: Doran's Ring + Health Potions
2. Core Build:
   • Nashor's Tooth (Attack speed + AP)
   • Sorcerer's Shoes (Magic penetration)
   • Rabadon's Deathcap (AP scaling)
3. Situational:
   • Zhonya's Hourglass (vs AD threats)
   • Void Staff (vs MR stacking)
   • Banshee's Veil (vs AP threats)

Late Game Strategy:

• Focus on consistent DPS over flashy shuffles
• Only shuffle when absolutely necessary
• Position safely to maximize soldier damage
• Track enemy cooldowns before engaging

Remember that Azir requires significant practice to master, as you must manage multiple elements simultaneously: soldier positioning, personal positioning, cooldowns, and team coordination.

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