League of Legends: A Closer Look at Nautilus, the Titan of the Depths

League of Legends: A Closer Look at Nautilus, the Titan of the Depths

By Marcus Chen

March 23, 2025 at 09:02 PM

Nautilus is a melee vanguard champion in League of Legends who excels at initiating fights and protecting allies. Here's a comprehensive overview of his abilities and playstyle:

Abilities:

Staggering Blow (Passive)

  • First basic attack against an enemy deals bonus physical damage and briefly roots them
  • Has per-target cooldown

Dredge Line (Q)

  • Throws anchor that pulls Nautilus and the first enemy hit together
  • Can also hook onto terrain for mobility
  • Refunds 50% mana and cooldown when hitting terrain

Titan's Wrath (W)

  • Gains a shield based on maximum health
  • While active, basic attacks deal bonus magic damage in an area
  • Resets basic attack timer

Riptide (E)

  • Creates three expanding waves that damage and slow enemies
  • Each wave beyond the first deals reduced damage
  • Deals bonus damage to monsters

Depth Charge (Ultimate)

  • Launches targeted missile that knocks up enemies in its path
  • Upon reaching target, deals increased damage and applies longer crowd control
  • Creates knockup zones along travel path

Key Strengths:

  • Strong engage potential
  • Multiple forms of crowd control
  • Tanky with good defensive scaling
  • Effective at protecting allies

Best Used As:

  • Tank support
  • Engage initiator
  • Frontline disruptor
  • Peeling for carries

Currently costs 4800 BE or 880 RP in the store and is considered a moderate difficulty champion to play effectively.

Armored titan in diving suit

Armored titan in diving suit

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