Talk:Galio/Strategy/@comment-4900160-20120424114815/@comment-12.41.229.20-20121023161834

Honestly, I play him as an initiate AOE AP burst/tank.

- Meki pendant + 2 hp pots, recall for Chalice asap

- Boots into Merc Treads

- If doing well, rush Rabadon's DC. If not, ROA

- Typically follow with Rabadon's, Thornmail or Abyssal Scepter

- Upgrade to Unholy Grail last

I use my caster runes (ap per level quints and glyphs, mana regen seals and magic pen runes) and masteries (22/0/8)

It's all about landing the Resolute Smite. I play him mid. Early game, I find that I will typically be able to bully the ap carry into having to back if not getting first blood. I max Q first, then W next to maintain my sustain.

Not a true tank build but since I initiate, I pretty much work similarly. Definitely requites attention from your team though.