Evelynn Champion Guide: Master the Stealth Assassin in League of Legends

Evelynn Champion Guide: Master the Stealth Assassin in League of Legends

By Marcus Chen

January 3, 2025 at 01:37 PM

Evelynn is a stealthy AP assassin jungler who excels at punishing isolated targets and creating map pressure through her unique invisibility mechanic.

Core Abilities Priority

  • Max Q > E > W
  • Take R whenever possible
  • Level 1-3: Q > E > Q (standard clear) or Q > E > W (early gank)

Key Combos

  1. Standard Burst Combo:

    • W (charge fully if possible)
    • Q > E > Q > AA > Q > R
    • Use R as execute or escape
  2. Quick AOE Burst:

    • Flash > E > R
    • Best used when enemies are grouped

Pro Tip: Cast W on a different target to mislead enemies about your approach direction.

Core Build Path Starting Items:

  • Hailblade
  • Refillable Potion

Core Items:

  • Hextech Rocketbelt
  • Sorcerer's Shoes
  • Rabadon's Deathcap
  • Void Staff

Situational Items:

  • Mejai's Soulstealer (when ahead)
  • Zhonya's Hourglass (vs AD threats)
  • Banshee's Veil (vs AP threats)

Gameplay Strategy

  • Farm efficiently to reach level 6
  • Use stealth to create map pressure
  • Focus on isolated targets
  • Avoid early skirmishes unless guaranteed kill
  • Control vision with pink wards
  • Look for picks on squishy targets

Strengths

  • Exceptional burst damage
  • Permanent stealth post-6
  • Strong objective control
  • High mobility with ultimate

Weaknesses

  • Weak early game
  • Vulnerable to invades
  • Countered by vision control
  • Team-reliant when behind

This assassin excels in lower ELO where vision control is weaker and can dominate games through strategic map pressure and high burst damage potential.

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