ANIVIA

THE CRYOPHONEIX

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Informations about the champion Anivia:

Title: The Cryophoenix

Pronouns: She/Her

Release Date: July 10, 2009

Primary: Mage

Secondary: Support

Role: Mid

Region: Freljord.

LORE OF ANIVIA:

Anivia is an ancient Freljordian demi-god who represents the eternal cycle of life, death, and rebirth, intrinsically associated with the changing seasons. To those who venerate her, she is the elemental soul of the Freljord—a symbol of hope, and a sacred catalyst of change.

Stories passed down through the ages often tell of how she rewards those who are kind and humble. On the rare occasion a mortal glimpses her—or at least claims to—she is described as a noble spirit-bird of ice, with glittering wings that span the heavens, and a piercing cry that can be heard over even the fiercest storm.

The songs of the nomadic Notai tribe tell how Anivia’s birth first brought snow into the world. When she burst from her giant egg of ice, tiny pieces of it were hurled into the sky, and it has fallen as snow ever since. And, according to the sagas of the Mourncrow tribe, the frigid winds that scour the Freljord originate from the first beats of her wings.

Indeed, the full power of winter is Anivia’s to command, and to those who seek to desecrate her homeland, she is a bitter foe. When roused to anger, she can cleave fortresses and mountains, and her screech can summon blizzards cold enough to shatter steel.

One of the most enduring and respected beliefs is that Anivia’s greatest gift to the Freljord was the creation of True Ice. Infused with elemental magic, this unmelting substance is pure and potent, and the greatest seers and ice-mages have long strived to use shards of True Ice to amplify their might, while weapons that have even a tiny sliver forged into them are deadly beyond belief.

When mortals first arrived in the Freljord, Anivia welcomed them. Seeing that they could not withstand the cold, she guided them to secluded valleys where they could shelter, become established, and slowly harden themselves against the elements. She nurtured and watched over them for those first precarious centuries—and they, in turn, worshipped her.

Anivia hoped that these newly arrived tribes would remain unified in defending the Freljord from outsiders… but slowly, infighting and blood-feuds became all too common, making an invasion inevitable. According to legend, a greedy southern king marched his warriors up through the mountains, seeking to claim dominion over the northlands and shackle their wild magic for himself. So enraged was Anivia at the outsiders’ hubris and disrespect that she blasted them with a snowstorm that lasted a century and a day. Scattered standing stones can still be seen on the Scouring Plain, which the locals claim are all that remain of that ancient army.

Other tales include the Avarosan legend of Ulla Shatter-Spear, an Iceborn warmother who was favored by Anivia for saving a young hawk from a rimefang wolf. Across her lifetime, the Cryophoenix protected Ulla from harm, and when she finally fell in battle, having witnessed almost a hundred winters, it is said that Anivia welcomed her with wings spread wide.

If all these legends are true, then Anivia must have witnessed the rise and fall of countless mortal civilizations. While there are still some dwindling remnants of those earlier times, most have long been forgotten, and buried beneath millennia of ice.

But death cannot touch Anivia herself. The sagas speak of how she has been struck down and slain a handful of times throughout history, though she is always reborn—for as long as the Freljord exists, her soul is immortal. While it may be hundreds or even thousands of years before she rises again, each rebirth coincides with the dawning of a new era. Thus, her appearance, while regarded as a wondrous blessing, is often the harbinger of something terrible on the horizon.

Once, it is said, she sacrificed herself against a march of towering Balestriders. Anvia knew she could not slay these colossal creatures, and so she plunged into the ice beneath their feet, shattering her own body in order to entomb them.

Recently, some claim Anivia has hatched from the egg once more, and that she has appeared before the new leader of the Avarosans—the Warmother Ashe. In her, perhaps Anivia sees one who may be able to finally reunite the Freljord.

Yet if the Cryophoenix has indeed returned, as more and more shamans and spirit walkers proclaim, then it must be asked: what great threat has she come to face?

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FUN FACTS ABOUT ANIVIA

1. Inspired by a Canadian Ice Hockey Team: Anivia's name and appearance were inspired by the Canadian ice hockey team, the Anavet Cup-winning Brandon Wheat Kings. This connection pays homage to the team's hometown of Brandon, Manitoba, where Riot Games co-founder Marc Merrill grew up.

2. Oldest Champion Concept in League of Legends: Anivia holds the distinction of being one of the oldest champion concepts in League of Legends. She was initially conceived during the early stages of the game's development and remained in the pipeline for several years before being officially released in July 2009.

3. Unique "Rebirth" Mechanic: Anivia possesses a unique passive ability called "Rebirth," which allows her to transform into an egg upon taking fatal damage. While in egg form, Anivia is invulnerable but unable to move or take any actions. After a brief period, she revives with a percentage of her maximum health, allowing her to continue fighting. This mechanic adds an extra layer of complexity to playing Anivia and can be used strategically to bait opponents or survive otherwise lethal situations.

4. Original Splash Art Controversy: Anivia's original splash art sparked controversy due to its resemblance to the work of artist Michael Whelan. Whelan's painting "Bird of Death" bore striking similarities to Anivia's original depiction, leading to accusations of plagiarism. Riot Games promptly addressed the issue by commissioning new artwork for Anivia and resolving the dispute with Whelan.

5. Lore Connection to Lissandra and Watchers: Anivia's lore ties into the larger narrative of the Freljord region, particularly its conflict involving the Iceborn, the Three Sisters, and the ancient entity known as the Watchers. Anivia serves as a guardian spirit of the Freljord, opposing the malevolent influence of the Watchers and supporting champions like Ashe and Lissandra in their struggles for control of the region.

ABILITIES OF ANIVIA

Passive: REBIRTH

Upon taking fatal damage, Anivia reverts to an egg and is reborn with full health.

Q - FLASH FROST

Anivia brings her wings together and summons a sphere of ice that flies towards her opponents, chilling and damaging anyone in its path. When the sphere explodes it does moderate damage in a radius, stunning anyone in the area.

W - CRYSTALLIZE

Anivia condenses the moisture in the air into an impassable wall of ice to block all movement. The wall only lasts a short duration before it melts.

E - FROSTBITE

With a flap of her wings, Anivia blasts a freezing gust of wind at her target, dealing damage. If the target was recently hit by Flash Frost or damaged by a fully formed Glacial Storm, the damage they take is doubled.

R - GLACIAL STORM

Anivia summons a driving rain of ice and hail to damage her enemies and slow their advance.

ANIVIA ABILITIES COMBOS

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1. Basic Burst Combo:

- Flash + Flash Frost (Q) + Frostbite (E) + Glacial Storm (R): Anivia can initiate with Flash Frost to stun an enemy, then quickly follow up with Frostbite for bonus damage. Activating Glacial Storm on top of the stunned target ensures maximum damage output.

2. Extended Trade Combo:

- Glacial Storm (R) + Frostbite (E) + Flash Frost (Q): Anivia can use Glacial Storm to create a zone of control, then apply Frostbite to continuously damage enemies within the storm. If an enemy tries to escape, follow up with Flash Frost to stun them and secure the kill.

3. Zone Control Combo:

- Crystallize (W) + Glacial Storm (R): Anivia can use Crystallize to create walls that block enemy movement, effectively zoning them into her Glacial Storm for sustained damage. This combo is particularly effective in choke points or objectives like Dragon or Baron.

4. Escape Combo:

- Frostbite (E) + Flash Frost (Q) + Glacial Storm (R) + Crystallize (W): Anivia can use Frostbite and Flash Frost to apply damage and slow enemies chasing her. If needed, drop Glacial Storm for additional damage and slow, and use Crystallize to create a wall for further separation.

5. Objective Control Combo:

- Flash Frost (Q) + Frostbite (E) + Glacial Storm (R): Anivia can use Flash Frost to stun priority targets during objective fights like Dragon or Baron. Follow up with Frostbite for bonus damage and activate Glacial Storm to zone enemies away from the objective.

BUILD OF ANIVIA

RUNES OF ANIVIA

TIPS ON HOW TO PLAY WITH ANIVIA

1. Master Your Wall Placement: Anivia's Crystallize (W) ability, her wall, is a powerful tool for controlling space and setting up plays. Mastering the placement of your wall is crucial for both offense and defense. Use it to split up the enemy team during teamfights, block off escape routes, or deny vision around objectives like Baron or Dragon. Properly timed and positioned walls can completely change the outcome of fights and skirmishes.

2. Manage Your Mana Wisely: Anivia is notorious for her high mana costs, especially in the early game. Learn to manage your mana efficiently by using your abilities sparingly and focusing on last-hitting with your basic attacks whenever possible. Consider purchasing mana regeneration items like Tear of the Goddess early on to help sustain your mana pool throughout the game.

3. Positioning is Key: Anivia is relatively immobile and vulnerable to all-ins, especially before she has her ultimate ability, Glacial Storm (R), available. Position yourself carefully in teamfights, staying near your frontline for protection while still maintaining a safe distance from enemy threats. Use your range advantage to poke with Flash Frost (Q) and Frostbite (E) without putting yourself in harm's way.

4. Abuse Choke Points and Tight Spaces: Anivia excels in narrow choke points and tight spaces where her abilities can easily hit multiple targets. Take advantage of these terrain features to maximize the effectiveness of your ultimate and area-of-effect abilities. Look for opportunities to fight in jungle corridors, around objectives, or in the narrow pathways of the jungle to maximize your damage output.

5. Vision Control and Map Awareness: Anivia's lack of mobility makes her susceptible to ganks and roams from the enemy team. Invest in vision control by purchasing Control Wards and placing them in key areas to spot incoming threats. Pay attention to the minimap and communicate with your team to avoid getting caught out of position. Proper map awareness will help you stay safe and make informed decisions throughout the game.

TIPS FOR COUNTERING ANIVIA

1. Mobile Champions:

- Anivia struggles against mobile champions who can easily dodge her skill shots and avoid her area of effect abilities. Champions with high mobility like Zed, Yasuo, or LeBlanc can outmaneuver Anivia and make it difficult for her to land her abilities effectively.

2. High Burst Damage:

- Anivia's strength lies in her sustained damage and crowd control abilities, but she is relatively squishy and susceptible to burst damage. Pick champions with high burst damage like Syndra, Talon, or Katarina to quickly burst her down before she can retaliate.

3. Interrupt Her Ultimate:

- Anivia's ultimate ability, Glacial Storm, is a key source of her damage and crowd control. Champions with abilities that can interrupt channels, such as Yasuo's Wind Wall or Yasuo's Last Breath, can disrupt her ultimate and reduce her effectiveness in team fights.

4. Destroy Her Egg:

- Anivia's passive ability, Rebirth, allows her to revive once after being killed, transforming into an egg for a brief period. Focus on destroying the egg quickly when Anivia is low on health to prevent her from regenerating and rejoining the fight.

5. Zone Control:

- Anivia relies on controlling space with her abilities, particularly her ultimate, Glacial Storm, and her wall, Crystallize. Use champions with strong zone control abilities like Orianna, Syndra, or Viktor to prevent Anivia from establishing control over key areas of the map.

6. Early Pressure:

- Anivia has a weak early game and struggles with mana management, especially before she completes her tear or lost chapter item. Apply early pressure on her in lane, deny her farm, and force her to use her abilities defensively, limiting her ability to scale into the mid and late game.

7. Vision Control:

- Anivia relies on landing skill shots to deal damage and set up her combos. Ward key areas of the map to spot her rotations and anticipate her engages, making it easier to avoid her abilities and counter her plays.

SKINS OF ANIVIA