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using the ionian boots would also mean the loss of other boots options for him if he wants the combo. Hell, he can't even use spirit of lizard elder on top of black cleaver for the CDR he needs.

Also hurts his ability to do his job. I mean, I'm sure Zed is able to assassinate just fine without any hard CC, defense steroid, or even absurd damage speed (hi Leblanc! :D). I'm sure there's no support/tank/bruiser right next to the carry, them packing heal/shields/CC, and seeing you coming a second ago (overly flashy ult dash go!).

Hell, Zed's whole damage is still countered by armor, which isn't as hard to get as you think, and he's still squishy.