User blog comment:Lykrast/Runes: why I hate them/@comment-8802138-20140326171224

Even the intermediate bots have runes! I can really image why you haven't started playing normals yet. Runes are really essential, it is really a great difference to play with or without them. So yes, hidden power, but still part of LoL's strategy. Armor or Mana Regen on mid? GP/5 yellows on support? It's all your decision!