Yone is a versatile mid-lane bruiser and Yasuo's brother, combining physical and magical damage through his unique dual-sword combat style. While his basic mechanics might be easier than Yasuo's, mastering Yone requires significant dedication and practice.

Passive Ability

• Double critical strike chance from all sources
• Alternates between two swords:
  • First sword: Physical damage
  • Second sword: 50% magical, 50% physical damage

Q - Mortal Steel

• Deals physical damage in front area
• Can critically strike
• Gains stacks on hit (max 2)
• Third strike: Launches forward and knocks up enemies
• Cooldown reduces with attack speed

W - Spirit Cleave

• Strikes in cone shape
• Deals hybrid damage (50% physical, 50% magical)
• Damage based on target's maximum health
• Grants shield (increases per champion hit)
• Animation speed scales with attack speed

E - Soul Unbound

• Leaves spirit behind and dashes forward
• Gains movement speed
• Stores portion of damage dealt
• Returns to spirit after 5 seconds
• Becomes unstoppable during return
• Can reactivate early

R - Fate Sealed

• Marks area in front
• Dashes behind furthest champion
• Pulls and knocks up all marked champions
• Can use as escape when no champions present
• Deals hybrid damage

Optimal Skill Order

1. Q (Mortal Steel)
2. E (Soul Unbound)
3. W (Spirit Cleave)

Build Priority

1. Attack Speed (until Q cooldown reaches 1.33s)
2. Critical Strike Chance
3. Attack Damage
4. Lifesteal
5. Defensive items (typically 5th or 6th item)

Key Tips

• Use W for favorable early-game trades
• Maximize E damage storage for burst potential
• Combine abilities with critical strikes for maximum damage
• Utilize R creatively for both engagement and escape
• Practice timing and positioning to master his combo potential

Remember that theoretical knowledge alone isn't enough - extensive practice is crucial for mastering Yone's mechanics and understanding his damage potential.

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