Understanding Champion Abilities

Each champion has five abilities: a passive, three basic abilities (Q, W, E), and an ultimate ability (R). The passive ability is always active and provides a unique bonus. Basic abilities are learned at levels 1-3 and can be leveled up to 5. The ultimate ability is unlocked at level 6 and can be leveled up at levels 11 and 16. Understanding the cooldowns, mana costs, and effects of your champion's abilities, as well as those of your opponents, is fundamental to successful gameplay. Knowing when to use which ability, and in what sequence (combos), is a key skill.