The Struggles of Ryze in League of Legends
Ryze, the powerful archmage in League of Legends, has been facing a string of defeats over the past few months. In the latest Patch 12.10, his win rate dropped to a disappointing 40 percent according to U.GG.
The champion has been struggling to find his place in the meta for several patches now, with his win rate consistently declining. Fans of Ryze have been expressing their frustrations about the state of the champion and his consistently low win rates.
Watch a video with Ryze enthusiasts complaining about the state of the champion here.
Challenges in Solo Queue and Pro Play
In professional play, Ryze can be effective when coordinated with teammates, utilizing his ultimate ability “Realm Warp” for strategic flanks, backdoor attempts, and repositioning during Baron or Dragon fights. However, in solo queue, such synergy is rare among players, resulting in a significant decrease in Ryze’s impact in non-professional settings.
Furthermore, Ryze’s role in the game has become less defined, especially with the recent major item changes. Despite the need to burst down squishy enemies, he lacks the survivability to sustain himself while dealing damage with standard AP items. Opting for tankier items sacrifices his damage output in teamfights.
Struggling to Find His Place in the Meta
Ryze finds himself in an uncomfortable middle ground, where only a few players can effectively utilize him in the current meta. Additionally, Riot Games’ new Durability Update in Patch 12.10 has granted all champions more resistances, further affecting Ryze’s viability.
As a result, it’s crucial for Ryze enthusiasts to explore different strategies and adapt to these challenges in order to unleash the full potential of the archmage.
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