Talk:Vladimir/@comment-2179912-20121210223039/@comment-5855513-20121214213003

Deathcap is substituted with Liandry's because if he is tanky, that's really all he needs. Checked it out in numerous games, these are not empty words. It's all about tankiness to apply it consistently. His ultimate damage boost covers the lack of Rabadaba's at key moments, much like it works with Ryze.

Before the wonderous %hp burn items, however, Dcap was a must, so I can't deny you are still right. It's also true that the pool usage is the key to separate bad Vladimirs from good ones and that AP to HP < HP to AP. You do know your champion :)