Ezreal is an unconventional AD carry who deals approximately 70% of his damage through abilities rather than auto attacks, primarily his Q "Mystic Shot." This makes him an ability-based carry with unique gameplay mechanics and positioning requirements.

Core Abilities Overview:

Q - Mystic Shot: Main damage source that reduces other ability cooldowns by 1.5s when hitting enemies
W - Essence Flux: Provides bonus magical damage and mana return when triggered
E - Arcane Shift: Defensive blink ability that makes Ezreal one of the safest ADCs
Passive: Gains 10% attack speed per ability hit, stacking up to 50%

Optimal Skill Order:

• Level 1-3: Q > E > W
• Max Order: R > Q > E > W

Key Gameplay Elements:

Positioning: Use Q to poke from maximum range
Mana Management: Balance ability usage with mana costs
Safety: Utilize E wisely for both defensive and offensive plays
Wave Control: Can farm safely with Q from distance
Ultimate Usage: R can be used for wave clear, objectives, or cross-map plays

Build Path Focus:

Starting Items: Tear of the Goddess + potions
Core Items: Sheen item (Divine Sunderer/Trinity Force), Manamune
Situational: Serylda's Grudge, Ravenous Hydra

Combat Strategy:

• Poke with Q before engaging
• Use W+E combination for burst damage
• Maintain safe positioning while weaving auto attacks between abilities
• Stack passive in extended fights for maximum DPS

Matchup Considerations:

• Stronger against skillshot-reliant champions
• Weaker against shield supports and tank compositions
• Excels in poke compositions
• Can struggle against heavy engage supports

Tips for Success:

• Practice Q accuracy for consistent damage
• Track E cooldown for safety
• Use ultimate for wave management and objective control
• Balance ability usage with auto attacks

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