Veigar Guide: Mastering the Infinite Scaling Control Mage
Veigar is a late-game control mage with infinite AP scaling potential through his passive ability. His signature Event Horizon (E) provides exceptional area control, though he struggles in the early game.
Abilities Priority:
- Q - Baleful Strike
- E - Event Horizon
- W - Dark Matter
Key Build Path:
- Early Game: Focus on Q stacking and safe farming
- Mid Game: Prioritize ability haste and health
- Late Game: Build magic penetration and AP items
Passive Stacking Tips:
- Gain AP when hitting champions with abilities
- Earn 5 AP for kills and assists
- Get stacks when enemies are stunned by cage
- Collect assists (and stacks) when enemies die within the cage
- Hit W on melee minions first, then Q for last hits
Lane Strategy:
- Play defensively early game
- Stack Q whenever possible without risking trades
- Use cage for protection and zone control
- Coordinate ganks with jungler using cage
- Scale into late game through passive stacking
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Core Build Components:
- Focus on balanced stats:
- Health for survivability
- Ability haste for spell rotation
- Movement speed for positioning
- Magic penetration for damage
Pro Tips:
- Place cage carefully to maximize stun potential
- Use Q through minions to hit champions
- Coordinate cage placement with team fights
- Position safely in team fights to maximize damage output
- Prioritize farming and scaling over early aggression