Z's First Blood

Start W for effective jungle clearing and shield protection. Q second for AoE damage, followed by E. Max Q > E > W, taking R at 6, 11, and 16.

Core Build:

• Starting: Red Smite + Refillable Potion
• Core: Night Harvester > Sorcerer's Shoes > Shadowflame
• Situational: Rabadon's Deathcap, Void Staff, Zhonya's Hourglass

Primary Combo:

1. Cast W for zoning/shield
2. Throw Q
3. E dash immediately after
4. Auto-attack to proc passive
5. R to escape or reposition

Key Strengths:

• Strong jungle clear speed
• Excellent scaling
• High magic damage output
• Forgiving kit with ultimate escape
• Flexible build paths

Early Game:

• Focus on efficient clearing
• Look for ganks post-level 3
• Secure objectives with W passive
• Counter-jungle when safe

Mid-Late Game:

• Target priority: Squishies/Carries
• Flank during teamfights
• Use R for repositioning/damage
• Split push when needed

Pro Tips:

• Hold R level-up for mind games
• Use W shadow to zone enemies
• Chain CC with team for guaranteed kills
• Track your ultimate shadow for escape routes

Counter-jungle and objective control are priorities. Scale into late game while maintaining map pressure through ganks and objective control.

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