Zac: The Secret Weapon Tank - Complete Champion Guide for Patch 15.4.1

Zac: The Secret Weapon Tank - Complete Champion Guide for Patch 15.4.1

By Marcus Chen

February 28, 2025 at 01:43 PM

Zac is a powerful tank jungler who excels at engaging fights and disrupting enemy teams. His unique origin as a sentient chemical substance from Zaun has evolved into a champion with exceptional crowd control and sustainability.

Core Abilities and Playstyle:

  1. Passive - Cell Division:
  • Drops blobs when using abilities, which heal when collected
  • Splits into 4 blobs upon fatal damage, reviving if any survive
  • Hidden passive: Size increases with max health
  1. Ability Priority:
  • Max E (Elastic Slingshot) first
  • W (Unstable Matter) second
  • Q (Stretch Strike) last
  • R (Let's Bounce!) at levels 6, 11, 16

Key Strengths:

  • Exceptional engage potential with Elastic Slingshot
  • Strong sustain through passive healing
  • Multiple crowd control abilities
  • High base damage for a tank
  • Creative gank paths over walls

Notable Weaknesses:

  • Vulnerable to early invades
  • Weak 1v1 duelist
  • Health costs on abilities
  • Susceptible to healing reduction

Early Game Strategy:

  • Focus on ganking lanes using unique engage angles
  • Collect blobs to maintain health during clears
  • Counter-gank when possible to protect allies

Tips for Success:

  • Use creative gank paths to bypass standard ward spots
  • Chain CC abilities for maximum disruption
  • Coordinate engages with team follow-up
  • Manage health costs through efficient blob collection
  • Position carefully in teamfights to maximize disruption

Zac is an excellent choice for both beginners and experienced players, offering a straightforward yet deep gameplay style that remains effective at all skill levels.

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