Talk:Skarner/@comment-3966038-20140219071230

Is it worth building an Iceborn Gauntlet and a Phage for Skarner?

The Iceborn Gauntlet can easily be proc'ed by his 'W' giving him a bit of movement speed (400 at level 1, 447 at level 5 (without other items)) to close the gap, while the Phage can be used enroute for a 365 mov. speed that can be complimented again with his 'W' (421 at level 1 (assuming no unit was killed), 497 at level 5 (assuming a unit was killed)(without other items)). The 'W's shield also providing coverage (104 damage soaked at 'W' level 1, and 324 damage soaked at level 5 (Neglecting any opposing penetration items, Iceborn Gauntlet's Armor bonus, and any other items)).

I mentioned Phage as opposed to Trinity Force due to both Iceborn Gauntlets and Trinity Force having a Unique passive of the same name, but differing effects (Trinity Force dealing 200% Bonus Physical damage on the next auto attack after using an ability, and Iceborn Gauntlets dealing 125% bonus physical damage as well as a 30% slow for 2 seconds). The Iceborn's passive is, in my opinion, the more desirable passive, as it allows you to stay on target more efficiently.

If there is a better way of acomplishing this, please let me know. Both may be gold efficient items, but I question only building up to a Phage when there are other items that give greater Attack Damage, Health, and alternative passives.