Shadow Shaman · Hard Support (pos. 5)
Most-played build
BalancedRecommendedData-drivenPatch 7.41
230
When to use it
The items most bought with this hero, phase by phase. Pick it when you don't have a clear reason to deviate. Built from what Shadow Shaman players buy in the public matches we measured.
Where it's played
Picked before the game: the main lane first, then the alternatives.
232%164%- Safe laneMain64% of matchesSafe lane next to your carry, as Hard Support (pos. 5).
- OfflanePriority 232% of matchesOff lane next to your offlaner, as Soft Support (pos. 4).
Starting items
Iron BranchTangoBlood GrenadeObserver and Sentry WardsFaerie FireMagic Stick
Core items
- 1Blink Dagger
- 2Aether Lens
- 3Aghanim's Shard
- 4Glimmer Cape
Boots
Tranquil Boots
Late game
Force StaffBlack King BarEul's Scepter of DivinityRefresher Orb
Skill order
Max order:Shackles›Hex›Ether Shock
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Talents by level
- +1 Ward Attack Targets+250 Ether Shock Damage25
- +1.5s Shackles Duration+50% Serpent Wards Max HP20
- +160 Serpent Wards Attack RangeHex Breaks15
- +1.75 Mana Regen+170 Shackles Total Damage10