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New Laning-Guide: Neeko, The Deceptive Chameleon - Everything You Need to Know [Patch 15.4.1]
The inquisitive chameleon Neeko harnesses deception and magical abilities as a versatile mid-lane mage. Her unique ability to transform into allies makes her a master of surprise attacks and strategic gameplay.
Core Abilities Overview:
Passive - Inherent Glamour
- Transform into allied champions or nearby units
- Transformation breaks upon crowd control or tower damage
- Inherits movement speed and attack range of copied form
Q - Blooming Burst
- Throws a seed that deals AoE damage
- Can bloom up to 2 additional times
- Triggers on champion hits or unit deaths
W - Shapesplitter
- Passive: Every third auto attack deals bonus magic damage
- Active: Creates a controllable clone and grants brief invisibility
- Clone can be directed using W or alt+right-click
E - Tangle-Barbs
- Launches a snare that grows stronger with each target hit
- Increases in size, duration, and speed
- Excellent for crowd control and initiation
R - Pop Blossom
- Charges up before leaping into the air
- Deals massive AoE damage and knocks up enemies
- Can be cast while disguised for surprise engages
Skill Order Priority:
- Q - Maximum damage and waveclear
- E - Enhanced crowd control
- W - Utility spell (one point early is sufficient)
Optimal Build Path:
Starting Items:
- Doran's Ring
- Health Potions
Core Items:
- Liandry's Torment
- Sorcerer's Shoes
- Zhonya's Hourglass
- Rabadon's Deathcap
Situational Items:
- Void Staff (vs magic resistance)
- Morellonomicon (vs healing)
- Banshee's Veil (vs AP threats)
Strategic Tips:
- Use passive to scout safely and set up ambushes
- Combine W invisibility with R for unexpected engages
- Maximize Q damage by hitting enemies multiple times
- Extend clone duration using emotes or recall animation