From runes to items, gameplay tips amd more, we've put together a guide to help you master playing Akshan in the midlane in League of Legends.
Be mindful that there are several ways to build and play a champion, and you'll need to be adaptable as the game and the enemy team progress.
That said, this guide is a good starting point to helping you get to grips with the champion and making an impact in your games.
Runes
Core Items
3400 Gold
2600 Gold
Build
Immortal Shieldbow helps marksmen survive burst damage, and adds valuable lifesteal.
Guinsoo's Rageblade turns critical chance into added damage.
Other good items include the core Wit's End, The Collector, and Infinity Edge.
Starting Item & Boots
50 Gold
450 Gold
1100 Gold
Skill Order
While your choices may differ according to how the game progresses, the typical Akshan skill priority is:
R > E > Q > W
Summoner Spells
These are the summoner spells most typically taken by Akshan in this role. Naturally, this may change depending on match-ups.
Gameplay
A midlane marksman, Akshan operates in a similar way to Lucian. Your job is to harass the midlane opponent with auto-attacks and your Avengerang.
- Level 1 - Take Q - Avengerang, so you can begin to poke your opponent.
- Level 2 - Take E - Heroic Swing, which gives you a gap closer or escape tool, allowing for trades.
- First Back - Work towards your Shieldbow, or pick up boots for the extra attack speed and mobility.
Tips & Tricks
- Your passive, Low Blow, triggers a bonus attack after your first auto. However, you can cancel this extra attack like any auto, and instead you'll be granted move speed. This can work as a surprise gap-closer.
- Going Rogue does not cancel itself as long as you stay close to a wall or in a bush. It's a great tool for moving up to other lanes quickly, for a surprise gank.
- Champion takedowns reset the cooldown of Heroic Swing. Use it to enter a teamfight if an enemy is low for maximum effect.
- Comeuppance can hit minions and turrets, while your Heroic Swing can be used during your ult's animation. This will allow you to change the trajectory of your shots.
