Master Yi Wild Rift: The Ultimate Build Guide

Introduction

Master Yi Wild Rift is a formidable assassin fighter whose primary source of damage comes from basic attacks. To optimize his performance, it is essential to equip him with items that enhance attack speed and resistance. In this guide, we will explore the best item build, runes, and strategies to unleash the true potential of “The Wuju Bladesman.”

Master Yi’s Item Build & Runes

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Building Master Yi

When constructing Master Yi’s Wild Rift build, prioritize items that increase attack speed, physical damage, resistance, and lifesteal.

Begin by acquiring the “Blade of the Ruined King” as your first item. Its passive ability significantly enhances basic attacks, aligning perfectly with Master Yi’s attack style. Moreover, it grants 10% lifesteal, enabling Master Yi to sustain in battles against multiple enemies.

Another excellent item to include is the “Wit’s End,” which not only inflicts bonus damage with basic attacks but also provides healing for Master Yi. With just two items, your attack speed will skyrocket to 80%, allowing Master Yi to decimate entire enemy squads strategically.

For the remaining items, prioritize armor-piercing equipment to ensure that Master Yi deals substantial damage and dispatches foes swiftly.

Master Yi’s Position

Master Yi is a versatile fighter who possesses the skill set of a heavy assassin. With his high melee damage output, he excels when engaging in close-quarters combat. Your ultimate goal should be to become an unstoppable force and terrorize any AD (Attack Damage) champions.

Master Yi typically plays in the jungle, making strategic use of his surroundings to gain an advantage.

Master Yi’s Summoner Spells

Master Yi’s Abilities

Master Yi’s Ability Order

Master Yi’s Abilities

DOUBLE STRIKE

Every fourth consecutive attack strikes twice, dealing 78 physical damage (150%).

ALPHA STRIKE

Cooldown: 17s
Cost: 55
Becomes untargetable and strikes up to four enemies, inflicting 62 physical damage (30 + 60%]). If there are no other targets, Master Yi will strike the previous target for 25% damage.
Attacks reduce the cooldown of Alpha Strike by 1 second(s).
Deals 95 bonus damage to monsters and minions. Can critically strike, dealing 60% bonus damage.

MEDITATE

Cooldown: 25s
Cost: 50
Channels for up to 4s, granting 55% damage reduction and healing for 40 (40 + 25% ) each second.
Heal increases as Master Yi’s Health decreases, up to 100%.

WUJU STYLE

Cooldown: 17s
Passive: Gains 6 AD (10%/%) while Wuju Style is off cooldown.
Active: Attacks deal 22 bonus true damage (22 + 25% bonus) for 5s.

HIGHLANDER

Cooldown: 70s
Cost: 100
Passive: Takedowns reduce Master Yi’s basic ability cooldowns by 70%.
Active: Becomes immune to slows, gains 35% Movement Speed, and 30% Attack Speed for 7s. Takedowns extend the duration by 7s.

How to Play Master Yi

It’s crucial to remember that when playing as Master Yi, you must perform at least 1-2 regular attacks to activate his passive ability before unleashing your full potential.

Master Yi’s Jungle Way

Early Game

During the early stages, focus on farming gold and leveling up as quickly as possible. At this point, Master Yi lacks the strength and control to effectively gank opponents.

Mid Game

Once you’ve acquired essential items, Master Yi can seize opportunities to gank enemies. However, remember to prioritize farming jungle monsters and controlling key objectives.

Late Game

The late game is where Master Yi truly shines. He becomes exceptionally powerful, capable of soloing opponents and pushing turrets with ease. Aim to attack the enemy’s backline and eliminate high-value targets such as marksmen.

Master Yi Combos:

Combo 1:

• AA + AA + AA + + AA

Combo 2:
AA + + AA + AA + + AA + + AA

Combo 3:

• • • AA + AA + AA + AA + + AA

Master Yi: Pros and Cons

Pros

• Efficient at pushing objectives.
• Empowered by an incredibly potent ultimate ability that allows him to dodge crowd control effects.

Cons

• Limited early-game impact.

Countering Master Yi

Be cautious when Master Yi activates “Meditate” as he becomes vulnerable to interruption by enemies with crowd control abilities. If you notice Master Yi activating “Highlander,” it’s best to retreat and avoid confrontation.

Conclusion

Master Yi Wild Rift isn’t the type of champion to initiate fights. Instead, wait for the enemy team to be weakened or partially engaged before unleashing your full potential. Optimize cooldowns by tactically timing the activation of “Highlander.” Remember, Master Yi’s build emphasizes dealing massive damage in a short amount of time, rather than being a poke champion.

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