Illaoi is a powerful top lane champion with strong wave control and dueling potential. Here's a comprehensive guide to maximize her effectiveness:

Core Build (51.0% WR, 757 matches)

• Summoner Spells: Flash, Teleport
• Keystone: Grasp of the Undying
• Core Items: Iceborn Gauntlet → Plated Steelcaps → Black Cleaver
• Full Build: Add Sterak's Gage → Spirit Visage → Thornmail
• Ability Order: E > Q > W

Alternative Build (52.2% WR, 249 matches)

• Keystone: Conqueror
• Core Items: Black Cleaver → Plated Steelcaps → Iceborn Gauntlet
• Full Build: Add Sterak's Gage → Spirit Visage → Frozen Heart
• Ability Order: E > Q > W

Strong Against:

• Maokai (68.0% WR)
• Olaf (63.2% WR)
• Yasuo (60.9% WR)
• Irelia (60.7% WR)
• K'Sante (58.8% WR)

Weak Against:

• Aurora (34.4% WR)
• Teemo (35.6% WR)
• Yorick (36.8% WR)
• Ryze (39.5% WR)
• Singed (41.2% WR)

Key Tips:

1. Use terrain Tentacles for trading to conserve mana
2. Utilize W as an auto-attack reset
3. R has brief unstoppability - use to dodge crucial CC
4. Q is excellent for both poke and wave control

Best Synergies:

• Lee Sin (47.6% WR)
• Kayn (47.2% WR)
• Diana (46.9% WR)
• Viego (46.8% WR)

Situational Items: Adjust your build based on matchup and team composition, considering armor or magic resist as needed.

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