
LeBlanc: Deceptive Mage in League of Legends
LeBlanc is an elusive mage assassin in League of Legends who specializes in deception and burst damage. As the master of illusions, she uses her abilities to confuse enemies and deal devastating magical damage.
Key Abilities:
Mirror Image (Passive)
- Creates a clone when below 40% health
- Both LeBlanc and clone become invisible for 1 second
- Clone lasts 8 seconds and can basic attack but deals no damage
Sigil of Malice (Q)
- Projects an orb dealing magic damage and marking the target
- Marks last 3.5 seconds
- Detonates mark when hit with another ability for bonus damage
Distortion (W)
- Dashes to target location dealing AoE damage
- Can reactivate to return to original position within 4 seconds
- Primary mobility and waveclear tool
Ethereal Chains (E)
- Launches a chain that deals damage and tethers target
- If tether remains for 1.5s, roots target and deals additional damage
- Reveals tethered targets
Mimic (R)
- Creates empowered version of last basic ability used
- Spawns a clone that mimics the cast
- Deals increased magic damage
Key Gameplay Patterns:
- Excels at single target burst damage
- Uses clones and mobility to deceive enemies
- Strong lane harass and roaming potential
- Weak waveclear and sustained damage
Counter Tips:
- Track her return pad location after Distortion
- Focus the real LeBlanc when clone appears
- Build magic resistance to survive burst
- CC her during combos to prevent escape
Best used as a mid lane burst mage who can quickly eliminate priority targets while maintaining safety through deception and mobility.

LeBlanc with magical staff
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