Gun-toting pirate captain Gangplank excels as a unique top lane fighter, combining ranged poke with devastating area control through his signature barrel mechanics.

Abilities Overview:

• Passive: Trial by Fire - Basic attacks periodically deal bonus true damage and grant movement speed
• Q (Parrrley): Shoots target enemy, applying on-hit effects and granting bonus gold
• W (Remove Scurvy): Heals and removes crowd control effects
• E (Powder Keg): Places explosive barrels that can be detonated for area damage
• R (Cannon Barrage): Calls down global cannon fire that slows enemies

Skill Order:

1. Q (Parrrley) - Main damage source and farming tool
2. E (Powder Keg) - Area control and combo potential
3. W (Remove Scurvy) - Sustain and safety Note: Start E level 1 for early lane presence, then Q at level 2. Take a second Q point at level 3 unless you need W for safety.

Core Build Path: Starting Items:

• Corrupting Potion OR
• Doran's Blade + Health Potion

Essential Items:

1. Essence Reaver (Core)
2. Trinity Force/Divine Sunderer
3. Infinity Edge
4. Lord Dominik's Regards
5. Navori Quickblades

Situational Items:

• Prowler's Claw (vs. Squishies)
• The Collector (Snowballing)
• Guardian Angel (vs. Assassins)
• Maw of Malmortius (vs. AP)

Key Gameplay Tips:

• Use barrels to zone enemies and control space
• Chain barrels together for extended range
• Save W for crucial CC removal
• Farm safely with Q to stack bonus gold
• Look for global ultimate opportunities to assist other lanes
• Position carefully in teamfights - you're relatively squishy

With proper barrel placement and positioning, Gangplank becomes a late-game powerhouse capable of devastating AOE damage while maintaining safe distance from threats.

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