Iron Ambassador (Passive): Poppy's next attack becomes ranged, throwing her buckler for bonus magic damage. The buckler can be picked up for a shield based on max health.

Hammer Shock (Q): Slams ground, creating an area that explodes after 1 second. Both hits deal physical damage plus 9% max health.

Heroic Charge (E): Charges at target enemy, carrying them along. If they hit terrain, stuns and deals bonus damage.

Steadfast Presence (W):

• Passive: Gains bonus armor/magic resist, doubled below 40% health
• Active: Gains 40% movement speed and blocks enemy dashes, dealing damage and slowing them

Keeper's Verdict (R):

• Hold: Channel up to 4s to knock enemies far towards their base
• Tap: Quick cast knocks enemies up briefly with reduced damage

Core Build:

• Start: Doran's Shield + Health Potion
• Core: Sunfire Aegis > Thornmail > Force of Nature
• Boots: Plated Steelcaps or Mercury Treads

Optimal Skill Order: R > Q > E > W

Strengths:

• Excellent anti-engage tank
• Strong duelist with % health damage
• Good at peeling for carries
• Versatile ultimate for engage/disengage

Weaknesses:

• Struggles vs ranged champions
• Limited engage potential
• Terrain-dependent abilities
• Can be kited by mobile champions

Tips:

• Use passive shield for trades and cs
• Position near walls to threaten E stun
• Save W for important enemy dashes
• Use R strategically in teamfights to isolate targets

Best Matchups:

• Dash-reliant champions (Riven, Shen)
• Other tanks

Avoid Fighting:

• Ranged tops (Gangplank, Teemo)
• Strong duelists (Darius, Garen)

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