Talk:Fizz/@comment-5096808-20120511130406/@comment-62.150.171.237-20120524010249

You only ever take E at lvl 1 against junglers like Lee Sin or Jarvan who you are 100% sure are gonna gank you when they hit lvl 2 (they usually get it before you). Otherwise, you can get it at lvl 2 if you're really scared of early ganks. I highly recommend getting it at lvl 3 though.

Maxing out E should only be done when behind or against a very safe/pushy-heavy lane so you can clear minion waves quickly. You will only ever use it offensively when you are sure you don't need the escape (much like Ezrael's E). E's primary use is as an escape/dodging tool; damage second.

In every other situation you get your W at lvl 1 and your Q at lvl 2 for that crazy burst and kill potential. 2 or 3 Q+W combos + ignite is a kill 90% of the time. You can then proceed to max out your W for the damage it gives at no increased costs (unlike E's crazy mana costs).

Playing fizz is like playing Cssiopeia. If you're playing passively and farming, then you're doing it wrong. Go play Morganna or something.