Aphelios ADC Build

Aphelios ADC Guide | Patch 26.16

Aphelios dominates ranked play with a 50.0% winrate across 20,714 games. His unique weapon-swapping kit offers unmatched adaptability, making him a top-tier ADC for players who master his arsenal.

How to play Aphelios?

Aphelios thrives as an ADC by leveraging his five interchangeable weapons, each with distinct abilities and playstyles. Early game, focus on last-hitting with basic attacks while managing your weapon cooldowns. Mid-game, prioritize positioning to maximize your weapon rotations, especially during skirmishes or sieges. Late game, use your mobility and burst damage to pick off isolated targets or secure picks in team fights. His ultimate, Moonstone Renewer, scales with ability power and provides sustain, making it a key tool in extended fights.

The highest-ranked ladder players who actually play Aphelios: last 30 days. 24 OTPs in the ranking.

1. 1Chill1000#larryCHALLENGER · 2658 LP13 games15% of their games
2. 2BunnyBeast#BUNNYSPECIALISTMASTER · 1601 LP21 games30% of their games
3. 3fynox#f1xSPECIALISTMASTER · 1381 LP24 games44% of their games
4. 4PEDRARIO#EUWOTPMASTER · 1335 LP25 games74% of their games
5. 5Hillwind#EUWOTPMASTER · 1311 LP18 games78% of their games

💡 Tips for Aphelios

• 1.Master your weapon rotations: always know which weapon you're on and plan your next combo accordingly. Use Severum for extended trades, Inferno for burst, Crescent Strike for poke, Onslaught for mobility, and Duskblade for execute potential.
• 2.Prioritize landing your Crescent Strike (Q) to slow enemies and set up your Inferno (W) burst. This combo is Aphelios' bread and butter for extended trades.
• 3.Use Onslaught (R) to reposition or escape ganks, but avoid wasting it on minions or in unfavorable situations. Save it for when you need to reposition or chase down low-health targets.
• 4.Focus on farming with basic attacks and only trade when you have a favorable weapon rotation. Aphelios excels in extended fights, so avoid unnecessary short trades.
• 5.Synergize with your support's crowd control to land your Inferno burst. A well-placed stun or slow can turn a short trade into a kill.

❓ Frequently asked questions about Aphelios

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