Comprehensive Shaco Champion Guide: Master The Demon Jester in LoL
Primary Abilities Sequence Q > W > E > Q > E > R > E > W > E > E > R > Q > Q > Q > W > R > W > W
Optimal Runes Domination (Primary)
- Hail of Blades
- Sudden Impact
- Eyeball Collection
- Relentless Hunter
Sorcery (Secondary)
- Transcendence
- Gathering Storm
Core Build Starting:
- Hailblade + Refillable Potion
Essential Items:
- Duskblade of Draktharr
- Berserker's Greaves
- Infinity Edge
Situational Items:
- Essence Reaver
- Lord Dominik's Regards
- Guardian Angel
- Youmuu's Ghostblade
Gameplay Strategy Shaco excels as a deceptive assassin jungler, focusing on early game pressure and surprise attacks. His success relies on:
Early Game:
- Start with W (Jack in the Box) at camps
- Use Q (Deceive) for ganking and escape
- Prioritize aggressive early ganks
Mid Game:
- Focus on picking off isolated targets
- Control objectives with box placement
- Split push when appropriate
Late Game:
- Look for flanks and backline access
- Use clone (R) to bait key abilities
- Prioritize high-value targets
Key Tips
- Place boxes behind enemies during ganks
- Use Q from fog of war to maximize surprise
- Clone can block skillshots and tank objectives
- Timing E (Two-Shiv Poison) is crucial for execute damage
- Maintain vision control for optimal ambush opportunities
Counter Strategy Be cautious of:
- Early invades from strong duelists
- Oracle Lens and Control Wards
- Grouped enemies with strong CC
- Tanky team compositions