ASHE,

THE FROST ARCHER

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Informations about Ashe:

Title: The Frost Archer

Pronouns :She/Her

Release Date: February 21, 2009

Primary: Marksman

Secondary: Support

Role: AD carry.

Region: Freljord.

LORE OF ASHE

Ashe hails from the northern Freljord, where brutal tribal raids and inter-clan warfare are as much a part of the landscape as the scream of the frozen winds, and the unyielding cold of the tundra.

The only child of Grena, the matriarchal chieftain of the tiny Avarosan tribe, Ashe was Iceborn: a member of the warrior caste, gifted with an ancestral connection to the magic of her lands, and the rare ability to wield the power of True Ice. Everyone assumed that Ashe would follow her mother as the tribe's next leader. However, this was never a glory Ashe desired. The grim responsibility of her warlike lineage and extraordinary gifts instead left Ashe feeling isolated, burdened, and alone.

Her only respite was when Sejuani, an Iceborn girl from a sister tribe, would stay with them for the summer hunts around the Ornnkaal Rocks. The girls' friendship defined their childhoods, but was cut short just as they reached their teens. Somehow, Grena had offended Sejuani's grandmother, and the fellowship between their tribes ended suddenly.

Soon after, with her youth fading, Ashe's mother began her lifelong quest for the “Throne of Avarosa”, a supposed hoard of treasures and magical items that she hoped would return her people to greatness.

But Grena’s belief in prophecies and legends led her to take risks, which often left her tribe enfeebled. Finally, during a dangerous and unnecessary raid in another tribe's lands, Grena was killed. Her sudden death left young Ashe on the run, while most of her tribe was wiped out.

Alone, pursued, Ashe followed her mother's last map to a deserted glacier where she found the supposed grave of Avarosa, and her magical bow of True Ice. Ashe used the weapon to avenge her mother's death, then turned west.

Whether it was out of duty or loneliness, Ashe gained a reputation by protecting the many scattered hearthbound tribes she encountered. She spurned the custom of taking thralls, and instead chose to adopt these desperate people as full members of her new tribe, and her fame grew quickly. Soon many began to believe that she did not just carry the weapon of Avarosa—Ashe was the legend herself, reborn and destined to reunite the Freljord.

But tall tales would not feed her followers, and their long march south left the tribe on the verge of starvation. So, Ashe leveraged the myths surrounding her, using them to form alliances with the powerful and land-rich southern tribes, promising to unite them into a nation capable of challenging neighboring kingdoms.

These new alliances brought new dangers, and Ashe quickly found herself at the center of a political feud. A Warmother, as Freljordian tribal leaders are known, was expected to wed, and taking a husband from one of the major tribes would anger the others. Ashe could take several husbands, but this would only bring the conflict to a boil within her own household, and the ensuing bloodshed would shatter the alliances she had fought to build.

Her answer was an impoverished vagabond from a mountain clan that had been nearly wiped out—the warrior Tryndamere. He was neither a spirit-walker nor blessed with any elemental powers, but upon his arrival in Ashe’s new capital, Tryndamere had thrown himself into every dueling ring he could find. He fought with abandon, desperate to prove the destitute survivors of his clan were worthy of adoption by one of the stronger tribes. But even for the Freljord, his brutal fighting style and extraordinary vitality were unsettling, and many suspected he was touched by dark magic. Ignoring this, Ashe offered to adopt his people as her own, if he became her first and only bloodsworn.

Tryndamere accepted reluctantly. Though a political marriage, the attraction they felt for each other was palpable, and slowly a true affection blossomed.

Now, Ashe stands at the head of the largest coalition of Freljordian tribes in many generations. Even so, the unity she would bring rests upon an uneasy peace threatened by internal intrigues, foreign powers, the growing violent horde of the Winter's Claw, and a supposed destiny that Ashe must at least pretend to believe…

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FUN FACTS ABOUT ASHE

1. Based on the Legendary Queen Ashe: Ashe's character design and lore draw inspiration from the legendary figure Queen Aethelflaed of Mercia, also known as Queen Ashe. Aethelflaed was a powerful Anglo-Saxon ruler who played a crucial role in defending England against Viking invasions during the 9th century. Ashe's regal appearance, leadership qualities, and icy powers reflect this inspiration.

2. First Champion with Global Vision: Ashe was the first champion in League of Legends to possess a global vision ability, granting her unparalleled map awareness. Her Hawkshot (E) ability allows her to send a hawk spirit to scout an area, revealing enemy units and traps. This ability not only provides valuable vision for her team but also enhances her strategic capabilities.

3. Voiced by Legendary Voice Actress: Ashe's voice is brought to life by legendary voice actress Melissa Hutchison, known for her portrayal of iconic characters such as Clementine in the "The Walking Dead" video game series. Hutchison's performance captures Ashe's stoic yet determined personality, adding depth to the character.

4. Inspiration for Riot's Name: Ashe served as the inspiration for the name of Riot Games, the company behind League of Legends. Marc Merrill and Brandon Beck, the co-founders of Riot Games, were avid players of Ashe and decided to name their company after her iconic ultimate ability, "Enchanted Crystal Arrow."

5. Marriage to Tryndamere: In the lore of League of Legends, Ashe is married to Tryndamere, the barbarian king of Freljord. Their marriage symbolizes the unification of the tribes of Freljord and the strength of their alliance against external threats. This union also serves as a significant political alliance, bringing stability to the region.

ABILITIES OF ASHE

Passive - FROST SHOT Ashe's attacks slow their target, causing her to deal increased damage to these targets. Ashe's critical strikes deal no bonus damage but apply an empowered slow to the target.

Q - RANGER'S FOCUS Ashe builds up Focus by attacking. At maximum Focus, Ashe can cast Ranger's Focus to consume all stacks of Focus, temporarily increasing her Attack Speed and transforming her basic attack into a powerful flurry attack for the duration.

W - VOLLEY Ashe fires arrows in a cone for increased damage. Also applies Frost Shot.

E - HAWKSHOT Ashe sends her Hawk Spirit on a scouting mission anywhere on the map.

R - ENCHANTED CRYSTAL ARROW - Ashe fires a missile of ice in a straight line. If the arrow collides with an enemy Champion, it deals damage and stuns the Champion, stunning for longer the farther arrow has traveled. In addition, surrounding enemy units take damage and are slowed.

ASHE ABILITIES COMBOS

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1. Basic Trading Combo: - Start with auto-attacks to apply Frost Shot (Passive), slowing the enemy. Follow up with Ranger's Focus (Q) for increased attack speed and damage. Use Volley (W) to apply additional damage and slow, then continue auto-attacking to keep the enemy slowed and deal consistent damage. 2. Engage Combo: - Use Hawkshot (E) to scout for enemies and gain vision. If you spot an isolated target or an opportunity to engage, initiate with Enchanted Crystal Arrow (R) to stun them from afar. Follow up with auto-attacks and Volley (W) to apply additional damage and slow, allowing your team to follow up and secure the kill. 3. Kiting Combo: - Use Frost Shot (Passive) to slow enemies chasing you. Continuously auto-attack while kiting backward to maintain distance and deal damage. If the enemy closes the gap, use Volley (W) to apply additional slow and damage while continuing to auto-attack. 4. Team Fight Combo: - Position yourself behind your frontline and use Ranger's Focus (Q) to increase your attack speed and damage. Focus on auto-attacking the nearest priority target while using Volley (W) to apply AoE damage and slow to multiple enemies. Save Enchanted Crystal Arrow (R) to initiate or peel for your team's carries if necessary. 5. Peel Combo: - If an enemy diver or assassin jumps on your team's carries, use Enchanted Crystal Arrow (R) to stun them and create distance. Follow up with Volley (W) to slow them further and continue auto-attacking to apply consistent damage. Use Hawkshot (E) to provide vision and scout for additional threats.

BUILD OF ASHE

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RUNES OF ASHE

TIPS ON HOW TO PLAY WITH ASHE

1. Prioritize Map Awareness and Vision Control: Utilize Ashe's Hawkshot (E) ability to provide valuable vision for your team, especially around key objectives like Dragon, Baron, or choke points in the jungle. Constantly monitor the map and communicate with your team to spot potential threats or opportunities for picks. Maintaining vision control can help prevent ganks and facilitate successful rotations. 2. Master Kiting and Orb Walking: Ashe's Frost Shot (Q) ability allows her basic attacks to slow enemies, making her exceptionally proficient at kiting and chasing down targets. Practice orb walking, the technique of moving between basic attacks to maximize your movement while still dealing damage. This skill is crucial for staying safe in teamfights and skirmishes while consistently outputting damage. 3. Maximize Utility with Enchanted Crystal Arrow (R): Ashe's ultimate ability, Enchanted Crystal Arrow (R), is a powerful tool for initiating fights, catching out enemies, or disengaging from unfavorable engagements. Aim to land your ultimate on priority targets like enemy carries or high-mobility champions to create opportunities for your team to follow up and secure kills. Communication and coordination with your team are key to maximizing the impact of your ultimate. 4. Position Safely and Prioritize Survival: As a utility-focused marksman, Ashe relies on consistent damage output and crowd control rather than burst damage. Focus on positioning yourself safely in teamfights, staying behind your frontline and using your long range to poke and harass enemies. Prioritize survival and sustained damage over risky plays, as Ashe's strength lies in her ability to provide consistent pressure throughout extended engagements. 5. Adapt Builds and Runes to the Matchup: Tailor your item build and rune setup to the specific matchup and game circumstances. Consider items like Blade of the Ruined King for dueling power and lifesteal, Runaan's Hurricane for increased wave clear and teamfight damage, or Guardian Angel for added survivability in late-game teamfights. Experiment with different rune pages, such as Precision for increased attack speed and sustain or Sorcery for additional poke damage and utility.

TIPS FOR COUNTERING ASHE

1. Exploit her Lack of Mobility: Ashe lacks innate mobility tools, making her vulnerable to champions with strong gap-closers or crowd control abilities. Look for opportunities to engage on her aggressively, especially when her Hawkshot (E) is on cooldown and she has limited vision. Champions with dashes, blinks, or hard engages can catch Ashe out of position and punish her for her immobility.

2. Position Aggressively: Ashe excels at poking down enemies from a safe distance with her long-range basic attacks and Volley (W) ability. To counter this, position aggressively and apply pressure on Ashe, forcing her to play defensively and potentially miss CS. Zone her away from minions and trade aggressively whenever possible to prevent her from freely harassing you.

3. Block Enchanted Crystal Arrow (R): Ashe's ultimate ability, Enchanted Crystal Arrow (R), is a powerful initiation tool that can catch out unsuspecting opponents from afar. Keep track of Ashe's ultimate cooldown and position behind minions or use spell shields like Banshee's Veil or Sivir's Spell Shield to block the arrow and negate its crowd control effect.

4. Coordinate with Your Team: Ashe's strength lies in her ability to provide utility and initiate fights for her team. Coordinate with your teammates to focus Ashe down quickly in teamfights, especially if she's a primary engage tool for her team. Targeted crowd control and burst damage can quickly eliminate her from the fight before she can have a significant impact.

5. Outscale in Teamfights: While Ashe provides strong utility and crowd control throughout the game, she tends to fall off in terms of damage compared to hyper carries in the late game. Focus on farming and scaling to outperform Ashe in teamfights as the game progresses. Champions with strong scaling or AoE damage can easily overpower Ashe and her team in teamfight scenarios.

SKINS OF ASHE