Talk:Varus/@comment-5888252-20130211110653/@comment-4916873-20130211114507

AP Varus == Hybrid Varus

@Yago Xiten

"I'm going to summon the wrath of Sipondo."


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"does not require stacking"

Euh... what? Runaan's Hurricane makes Guinsoo's Rageblade stack almost instantly, while Malady still requires seven (!!) hits to be fully utilized.

"and grants some MRes reduction."

You should choose between going down the whole magic pen road or not building any of it at all. Only building Malady for penetration will not help you much.

"It' s just a matter of personal preference, really."

Guinsoo's Rageblade is simply stronger for this champion in efficiëncy, early game usability and end game strength.

"I also use Lich Bane. Together, Malady and Lich Bane give me a bit more damage to coast while my spells are cooling down."

Lich bane will not serve you any good when your abilities are cooling down and malady is lackluster compared to Guinsoo's Rageblade. Which item do you want to swap for Lich Bane anyway? Rabadon's Deathcap?!? Nashor's Tooth?!?

"Void Staff, Guardian Angel, Rod of Ages, Abyssal Scepter, and Zhonya's Hourglass are all candidates for my final item."

I personally prefer Warmog's and Rod of Ages as defensive pick. Void staff works well with malady. Do not take Abyssal Scepter on Varus; if you want the passive, ask your jungler or support to build it. Zhonya's Hourglass is an option against physical damage heavy teams, but I personally don't build it very often.