Talk:Ryze/@comment-5663971-20150430004956/@comment-26001789-20150430030745

Longer range, more base and scaling damage with a shorter cooldown and lower mana cost.

Saying Q was nerfed to the ground is a mistake. Q is just as good as before. E only ever gets to be really good in groups and teamfights, meaning that in the laning phase, Q will deal significantly more damage. You can also use Desperate Power + E, clear a wave and then barrage your opponent with Q once Arcane Mastery kicks in.

Sure, I get ya, E is a lot better now since it's more consistent in groups but unless you need the wave clear, Desperate Power + clever usage of Arcane Mastery will make it better for you.