Ziggs is an artillery mage specializing in long-range area damage and exceptional wave clear. He excels in both mid and bot lanes, capable of defending multiple lanes simultaneously with his ultimate.

Passive - Short Fuse

• Basic attacks periodically deal bonus magic damage (scales with level and AP)
• 150% bonus damage against structures
• 12-second cooldown (reduced by 4-6 seconds when using abilities)

Q - Bouncing Bomb

• Throws a bouncing bomb that can bounce up to 2 times
• Explodes on enemy contact, dealing AoE magic damage
• Primary waveclear ability

W - Explosive Charge

• Throws an explosive that can be reactivated
• Deals damage and knocks back enemies 250 units
• Can execute towers below 25-35% HP (based on ability level)
• Self-knockback of 500 units for escapes

E - Hexplosive Minefield

• Places 11 mines lasting 10 seconds
• Slows enemies for 1.5 seconds
• Subsequent mine hits deal 40% damage
• Excellent zone control tool

R - Mega Inferno Bomb

• Massive range (5000 units)
• Large AoE damage
• 50% bonus damage in epicenter
• Scales with 110% AP
• Provides vision during flight

Skill Order Priority: R > Q > E > W

Early Game Options:

1. Q-W-E-Q (Aggressive/Wave Clear)
2. Q-W-Q-E (Mana Efficient)

Core Build Path

• Mana item first
• AP and ability haste
• Magic penetration (3rd/4th item)

Starting Items

• Doran's Ring
• 2 Health Potions

The build focuses on maximizing Ziggs' artillery playstyle through mana sustain, AP scaling, and ability haste, allowing him to control objectives and teamfights from a safe distance.

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