A passive effect in League of Legends is an ability or bonus that functions automatically without requiring direct activation. These effects can significantly impact gameplay by providing constant benefits or situational advantages.

Types of Passive Effects

Constant Passives

• Always active throughout the game
• Include innate abilities and map-specific bonuses
• Example: Howling Abyss Aura

Restrained Passives

• Active until specific conditions disable them
• Example: Gangplank's Trial by Fire

Stacking Passives

• Effects that grow stronger with repeated actions
• Examples:
  • Jax's Relentless Assault
  • Kayle's Zeal buff
  • Guinsoo's Rageblade

Aura Passives

• Affect nearby allies or enemies within a radius
• Examples:
  • Nunu & Willump's Call of the Freljord
  • Abyssal Mask
  • Frozen Heart

Buffing Passives

• Directly increase champion statistics
• Examples:
  • Hecarim's Warpath
  • Serylda's Grudge
  • Sterak's Gage

How to Acquire Passive Effects

1. Champion Abilities

   • Every champion has an innate passive ability
   • Some abilities have additional passive effects

2. Items

   • Purchasing specific items grants passive bonuses
   • Effects remain active while the item is owned

3. Global Map Effects

   • Apply to all players throughout the match
   • Include map-specific bonuses and buffs

[Note: The original list of abilities with passives has been preserved but streamlined for clarity and relevance while maintaining all information]

Champion abilities with passive effects range from Aatrox's Umbral Dash to Zoe's Spell Thief, with each providing unique strategic advantages that define champion playstyles and tactical options.

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