When should you buy it?
General guidance for beginners, not a pro build
Basic attacks deal extra magic damage, plus attack speed and lifesteal. For magic heroes who fight with basic attacks.
Core item: usually items 2 to 4
Buy it when
- Most of your hero's damage comes from basic attacks, not skills
- Your magic hero attacks a lot with basic attacks
- You need sustain in lane or in long fights
Skip it when
- Your hero is a burst mage who rarely basic attacks
Stats
- Magic Power+55
- Attack Speed+20%
- Cooldown Reduction+5%
- Lifesteal+10%
Effects
Affliction
Each Basic Attack deals extra 50 (+30% Total Magic Power) Magic Damage.
Impulse
Basic Attacks grant 6% extra Attack Speed for 3 seconds, capped at 5 stacks.
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