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Marksman Vanguard
PLAYSTYLE: 4-Cost Fast 8
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4 Vanguard is the standard frontline but you can flex in other units if you are contested such as Bruisers, Bastions, Zac, etc. Leona wants 3 true tank items (not Sunfire / Evenshroud). Aphelios and Xayah can same side late game to snipe enemy corner carries.
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Early Comp
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Stage 2
Play a strong tempo opener around Rageblade and Vanguard opener while econning up.
Stage 3
Level for 4 Vanguard + any backline duo carry that can play Rageblade. 2 Slayers (Vayne), 2 Marksman (Jhin/Jinx), or 2 Rapidfire (TF).
Stage 4
Fast 8 and look for 4 Marksman and 4 Vanguard. Jinx 2 can hold items temporarily if you are struggling to upgrade your 4 costs. Go 9 for Aurora or Zac.
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