Malzahar is an easy-to-learn mage champion perfect for new players or those seeking a straightforward yet effective champion. He excels at countering assassins and scales well into late game, making him viable up to Diamond Elo.

Core Abilities Priority

1. E (Malefic Visions) - Main damage and waveclear ability
2. Q (Call of the Void) - Silence and damage
3. W (Void Swarm) - Wave push and additional damage
4. R (Nether Grasp) - Ultimate suppress ability

Optimal Skill Order

• E > Q > W > R
• Always max E first for consistent damage and waveclear
• Q second for increased silence duration and damage
• W last as it's primarily utility

Ability Usage Tips

• Cast E before Q or R to maximize damage over time
• Wait before using Q after E to extend DoT duration
• Manage W stacks (maximum 2) for optimal voidling usage
• Use abilities to build W stacks before fights
• Voidlings focus E-marked targets and deal bonus damage to them

Item Build Path

Starting Items:

• Doran's Ring + 2 Health Potions
• Alternative: Sapphire Crystal (greedy start for faster scaling)

Core Items:

• Lost Chapter > Liandry's Torment
• Sorcerer's Shoes
• Demonic Embrace
• Void Staff

Situational Items:

• Rylai's Crystal Scepter
• Morellonomicon
• Zhonya's Hourglass

Key Stats Priority

1. Mana (early game)
2. Ability Power
3. Magic Penetration
4. Movement Speed
5. Survivability

Early Game Strategy

• Focus on safe farming with E
• Build mana for sustainable lane presence
• Avoid aggressive trades until core items
• Use passive shield for protection
• Coordinate ganks with your jungler using R

Remember to maintain proper mana management and positioning, as Malzahar lacks mobility but excels at sustained damage and wave control.

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