A stalwart titan of the deep, Nautilus excels as an engage support who combines powerful crowd control with surprising mobility. His kit makes him both beginner-friendly and rewarding for skilled players.

Core Abilities Overview:

Passive (Staggering Blow): First auto-attack on each target roots them briefly. Watch for the white ring indicator showing when it's ready per target.

Q (Dredge Line): Throws anchor to pull enemies or pull himself to walls. The wall-hook reduces cooldown by 50%. Can be buffered to execute through CC.

W (Titan's Wrath): Provides shield and bonus auto-attack damage. Essential for trades and all-ins.

E (Riptide): Creates three waves of explosions that damage and slow enemies.

R (Depth Charge): Launches unstoppable knockup that travels through enemies to reach main target. Ideal for disrupting backline carries.

Ability Max Order: R > Q > W > E

Core Item Build:

• Starting: Steel Shoulderguards + 2 Health Potions
• Core: Locket of the Iron Solari, Plated Steelcaps, Evenshroud
• Situational: Knight's Vow, Frozen Heart, Thornmail

Essential Tips:

• Use Q buffering against predictable CC to escape or engage
• Chain CC by combining passive root with other abilities
• Target backline carries with R to disrupt both front and backline
• Use E after other CC to maximize slow duration
• Look for roaming opportunities after level 6

Advanced Mechanics: The Q buffer technique allows Nautilus to execute his hook even while CC'd. Time your Q just before incoming CC to maintain mobility or secure crucial engages.

Laning Strategy: Focus on pressuring with hook threats and trading when Aftershock is available. Coordinate engages with your ADC and look for opportunities to roam after securing lane advantage.

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