Pirates fear the notorious captain Gangplank, a versatile fighter who excels in the top lane by combining ranged attacks with devastating area damage.

Core Abilities Overview

• Parrrley (Q): Ranged attack that grants bonus gold
• Remove Scurvy (W): Self-heal and CC cleanse
• Powder Kegs (E): Area control and damage amplification
• Cannon Barrage (R): Global map presence and zoning

Optimal Skill Order

1. Start with E (Powder Kegs) for early lane presence
2. Take Q at level 2
3. Level 3: Second point in Q for improved poke
4. Max order: R > Q > E > W Note: Consider W at level 2/3 if extra sustain is needed

Essential Item Build Starting Items:

• Corrupting Potion
• Control Ward

Core Build:

1. Essence Reaver
2. Infinity Edge
3. Navori Quickblades

Situational Items:

• Lord Dominik's Regards (vs tanks)
• Guardian Angel (defensive option)
• Prowler's Claw (mobility)
• The Collector (snowballing)

Key Building Requirements

• Prioritize AD and Crit stats
• Must include a Sheen item
• Avoid unnecessary attack speed items

Advanced Tips

• Master barrel placement and timing
• Use Q for safe farming and gold generation
• Save W for critical CC moments
• Coordinate ultimate with team objectives
• Position carefully due to squishiness

This high-skill champion requires significant practice but rewards mastery with exceptional late-game scaling and global map influence.

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