The Abyssal Scepter was a powerful magic item in League of Legends that was eventually renamed to Abyssal Mask in Patch V7.11. This article details its history and evolution throughout the game.

Final Stats Before Removal:

• Recipe: Fiendish Codex + Negatron Cloak + Amplifying Tome (2,750 gold)
• 60 Ability Power
• 60 Magic Resistance
• 10% Cooldown Reduction
• Unique Aura: Reduced nearby enemy champions' magic resistance by 10-25 (based on level)

Notable Features:

• 700-unit aura range
• Aura remained active during Zhonya's Hourglass stasis
• Could reveal hidden enemies through the debuff icon

Evolution of Key Changes:

• Patch 7.11: Renamed to Abyssal Mask with complete item rework
• Base stats shifted from AP focus to tank stats
• Aura changed to increase magic damage taken by enemies
• Multiple recipe adjustments throughout its lifetime
• Range adjustments from 1000 to 600, finally settling at 700 units

Strategic Use:

• Effective on AP champions who fought at close range
• Could debuff entire enemy team with proper positioning
• Synergized well with longer-range AP teammates
• Valuable for magic penetration builds

The item was ultimately removed and reworked into the Abyssal Mask, shifting its identity from an AP-focused item to a magic-focused tank item.

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