Hwei vs Seraphine

Hwei
vs
Not enough games
Seraphine
Heavy AP damageHeavy pokeHeavy CCHigh burst

Build vs Seraphine

The champion's reference build, for lack of enough games in this matchup

Recommended items for Hwei: Blackfire Torch, Liandry's Torment, Shadowflame, Sorcerer's Shoes, Rabadon's Deathcap, Dark Seal, Luden's Echo, Tear of the Goddess.

Starting items

Doran's Ring
Health Potion
x2

Core build

Blackfire Torch
1
Liandry's Torment
2
Shadowflame
3

Standard

Sorcerer's Shoes
4Magic pen
Rabadon's Deathcap
5

Summoner spells

FlashTeleport92%
FlashBarrier4%

Anti CC

Mercury's Treads
4vs CC

Other options

Rabadon's Deathcap
Dark Seal
Luden's Echo
Tear of the Goddess
Zhonya's Hourglass
Cryptbloom
Void Staff
Cosmic Drive
SorcerySorcery
Deathfire TouchDeathfire Touch
Manaflow BandManaflow Band
TranscendenceTranscendence
ScorchScorch
PrecisionPrecision
Cut DownCut Down
Legend: HasteLegend: Haste
Attack SpeedAdaptive ForceHealth Scaling

Power Spikes

Strength by game phase

Seraphine's abilities

Passive, spells and ultimate

Stage Presence (P)

Every third basic spell will cast twice from Seraphine. Additionally, casting spells near allies grants her bonus magic damage and range on her next basic attack.

Cooldowns

Cooldowns by spell rank

LevelQWER
38s22s11s–
67s22s11s2m40
96s22s11s2m40
116s22s11s2m20
166s22s11s2m
186s22s11s2m

Playing as Hwei

Tips to maximize your impact

  1. Poke with Devastating Fire

    Poke with Devastating Fire (QQ) in lane: the fireball explodes on the first enemy hit and adds damage based on their max health.

  2. Two spells for your signature

    Hit the same champion with two damaging spells: Signature of the Visionary (passive) then leaves a signature beneath them that explodes shortly after.

  3. Pick the right subject

    Pick the subject that fits the moment: Devastating Fire (QQ) for damage, Pool of Reflection (WW) to protect your allies, Crushing Maw (EE) to pull a group together.

  4. Block a path with lava

    Block a chokepoint with Molten Fissure (QE): the line of eruptions leaves pools of lava that slow and damage enemies.

  5. Ult a champion near their team

    Cast Spiraling Despair (R) on a champion surrounded by allies: the vision expands around them, slowing harder and damaging nearby enemies before it explodes.

Playing against Seraphine

How to counter and exploit weaknesses

  1. Dodge her Beat Drop

    Dodge Beat Drop (E), especially if you're already slowed: it roots a slowed target and stuns an immobilized one.

  2. Back off before her third spell

    Count her basic spells and back off before the third: Stage Presence (passive) casts it twice, whether it damages, slows or shields.

  3. Spread out from your allies

    Spread out from your allies against Encore (R): each champion hit extends its range, and a charmed ally near you lets it reach you.

  4. Target her: she has no dash

    If you can engage, target Seraphine: her kit has no dash to escape.

Patch 16.21.1