Irelia is a mechanically intensive fighter champion primarily played in the top lane, with viable mid lane presence against mages. Her playstyle revolves around healing and chaining multiple takedowns in succession.

Abilities Priority:

• Max Q first
• W or E second (both viable options)
• Level 1: Choose Q if you can fight, E if you need safe farming

Core Build Path:

• Starting: Doran's Blade + Health Potion
• Core Items: Blade of the Ruined King, Trinity Force, Death's Dance
• Situational: Sterak's Gage, Guardian Angel, Wit's End

Runes:

• Precision (Primary)

  • Conqueror
  • Triumph
  • Legend: Alacrity
  • Last Stand

• Resolve (Secondary)

  • Bone Plating
  • Unflinching

Playstyle Tips:

1. Utilize Q reset mechanics for mobility and damage
2. Stack passive before engaging
3. Use E for stun setup and Q resets
4. Save W for high-damage enemy abilities
5. Look for multi-target ultimate opportunities

Build Strategy:

• Focus on AD and attack speed items
• Include health items for survivability
• Prioritize on-hit effects due to Q interaction
• Adapt build based on enemy composition

Key Strengths:

• Strong dueling potential
• Excellent mobility
• Good scaling
• Team fight presence

Weaknesses:

• High skill floor
• Requires careful positioning
• Vulnerable to CC
• Needs items to be effective

Counter Tips:

• Avoid fighting when her passive is stacked
• Build armor early
• Save CC for her all-in attempts
• Punish when Q is on cooldown

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