Iron Buckler (Passive): Poppy's basic attack gains 18-212 armor and magic resist with a long cooldown.

Hammer Shock (Q): Slams hammer down creating shockwave that deals physical damage and slows enemies. After delay, detonates again for same damage.

Steadfast Presence (W): Gains movement speed and creates barrier stopping enemy dashes. Dashed enemies take magic damage and are slowed.

Heroic Charge (E): Charges at enemy, dealing damage. If they collide with terrain, deals bonus damage and stuns them.

Keeper's Verdict (R): Charges hammer strike that knocks enemies back. Can be charged to send enemies flying further.

Skill Priority: Q > E > W

Early Game:

• Start Q for waveclear and poke
• Level E second for gank setup
• Take W level 3 against dash-heavy lanes
• Look for E stuns into walls
• Roam to mid when possible

Core Build:

• Steel Shoulderguards
• Plated Steelcaps
• Locket of the Iron Solari
• Knight's Vow

Situational Items:

• Dead Man's Plate (mobility)
• Force of Nature (vs AP)
• Thornmail (vs healing)
• Zeke's Convergence (with AA ADC)

Playstyle:

• Look to make picks with E into walls
• Peel for carries with W dash block
• Use R to disengage or isolate targets
• Roam frequently to help mid and jungler
• Strong at countering engage supports

Strengths:

• Excellent pick potential
• Strong anti-mobility
• Tanky with good base damage
• Flexible build paths
• Great roaming potential

Weaknesses:

• Requires walls for full combo
• Can be kited without flash
• Limited range
• No sustain
• Skill shot reliant

Best ADC Synergies:

• Jhin (follow-up CC)
• Draven (all-in potential)
• Tristana (dive setup)
• Samira (dash synergy)

Note: Keep vision control to enable roams and picks. Coordinate engages with your ADC. Practice wall stuns extensively.

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