Defensive Items

Smite defensive items: physical/magical protection, health, aura effects, and counter-building strategies.

Defensive items are crucial for Guardians, Warriors, and sometimes even damage dealers who need to survive burst. They provide physical protection, magical protection, and health. Key items include Breastplate of Valor (physical prot/CDR), Spirit Robe (mixed prot/CC reduction), Sovereignty (physical prot aura), and Heartward Amulet (magical prot aura). Counter-building with defensive items is essential; if the enemy ADC is strong, build physical defense. If their Mage is dominating, build magical defense.