Mastering Yasuo requires understanding his strengths and key power spikes throughout the game. Here's a comprehensive guide to playing him effectively.

Early Game Strengths:

• Strong against pushed-up enemies when new minion waves approach
• Can easily set up ganks using E mobility and Q knockup
• Effective trading potential with proper Windwall usage against ranged champions
• Should maintain distance from melee champions

Power Spikes:

• Level 6: Gains ultimate (R) and bonus armor penetration
• Level 9: Q maxed, increasing damage output and poke potential
• First item completion: Significant boost in dueling potential
• Level 11: Enhanced ultimate damage and tank-killing potential
• Level 16: Maximum ultimate damage with shorter cooldown

Key Strategies:

1. Laning Phase:

• Trade frequently to snowball early
• Use lane brushes for Q tornado poke
• Look for aggressive plays after level 6

2. Mid Game:

• Rotate to side lanes after bot lane moves mid
• Focus on farming and gaining XP
• Look for 1v1 opportunities
• Flank during team fights

3. Late Game:

• Hunt for picks on isolated targets
• Focus on backline squishies in team fights
• Stay near teammates, especially those with knockups
• Capitalize on completed items for maximum damage output

Weaknesses:

• Vulnerable to crowd control
• Squishy and susceptible to burst damage
• Limited E mobility (can't dash to same target twice)
• Heavily dependent on Windwall timing
• Risk of overextending in side lanes

Team Fight Tips:

• Position for flanks to access enemy backline
• Coordinate with teammates who have knockups
• Use Ultimate to penetrate tank frontline
• Prioritize high-value targets

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