CAMILLE

THE STEEL SHADOW

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Informations about the champion Camille:

Title: The Steel Shadow

Real Name: Camille Ferros

Pronouns: She/Her

Release Date: December 12, 2016

Primary: Fighter

Secondary: Tank

Role: Top

Region: Piltover.

LORE OF CAMILLE

Clan Ferros understands sacrifice.

Most of the family’s wealth came through harvesting a rare crystal from the brackern, a creature native to Shurima. These hex-crystals—or “first crystals”—contained power normally only wielded by those born with innate magical ability. After Camille’s great-great aunt lost an arm during an early expedition, her sacrifice inspired the Ferros family motto: “For family, will I give.”

The brackern were a limited resource, and Camille's family had to augment the crystals they’d accumulated. Utilizing shadow investments in chemtech and runic alchemy, they developed less powerful, but easier to make, synthetic hex-crystals.

Yet there were consequences—synthetic crystal manufacturing has long been rumored to heavily contribute to the Zaun Gray. Furthermore, it was only through espionage, intimidation, and murder that Clan Ferros held its monopoly on this priceless commodity, and ensured its uninterrupted production in Zaun, maintaining the family’s place in Piltover’s illustrious Bluewind Court.

As the eldest surviving child of Clan Ferros’ masters, Camille received every educational advantage. She had exceptional tutors, learning to speak several foreign languages and play the cellovinna at a concert-master level. Camille also learned to read and write Ancient Shuriman while assisting her father on digs in the Odyn Valley.

Traditionally, one of the younger children would become their family's principal intelligencer, working with the clan master to secure their family’s success by any means necessary. However, Camille's younger brother, Stevan, had a weak constitution, and so Camille took his place. He jealously watched her embrace her additional training, and she became quite adept in combat, reconnaissance, and interrogation.

When Camille was twenty-five, augmented Zaunite thugs attacked her and her father, intent on stealing lucrative trade secrets. Camille’s father succumbed to his wounds, and in anguish, her mother died soon after. Stevan became clan master, and he doubled the clan’s research in human hextech augmentation, eager to prove himself as a strong leader.

After a year of mourning, Stevan oversaw the induction of Hakim Naderi—a promising young crystallographer from the Shuriman coastal city of Bel'zhun—as the family’s lead artificer.

Camille requested hextech augmentation from Hakim to push her beyond her human limitations. Hakim was instantly enamored with her, and they bonded over the preparations and late night stories of Shurima… and eventually, Camille returned Hakim's feelings. Their affair grew reckless, as they knew the surgery would conclude their time together. Hakim would move onto other projects, and Camille would once again be fully committed to the principal intelligencer’s duties. More than that, Hakim worried that in carving away Camille's heart, he might remove her humanity.

Days before Camille's operation, Hakim proposed marriage and begged her to run away with him. For the first time in her life, Camille was torn.

Stevan had no such conflict, as he needed Camille to execute his vision. When he learned of the secret proposal, he devised a plan—the next time Camille and Hakim were together, Stevan set himself up to be attacked. When she saw her brother bruised and bloodied, Camille recognized what could happen when her attention was divided.

Hakim pleaded with Camille, but she wouldn’t listen. For family, she would give. She ended her relationship with Hakim, insisting her surgery go forward.

He was the only one who could safely perform the operation, and so he excised Camille’s heart and replaced it with hextech—then resigned. When she awoke, the lab she and Hakim had shared was abandoned.

Camille focused on her work. She took on further refinements, including bladed legs, grapple-spindled hips, and other, minor hex-augmentations, leading some to wonder how much of the woman was left. And as Clan Ferros amassed more power and wealth, Camille’s missions became darker and more deadly.

Thanks to her hextech heart, she did not age—but the years were not so kind to her brother. Yet even as Stevan's body grew more frail, his iron grip on the clan remained.

Eventually, Camille uncovered the depth of Stevan's betrayal, and realized his machinations were no longer in the family’s best interests. In that moment, she discarded the last sentiment she felt toward her brother.

After installing her favorite grand-niece as clan master, Camille now runs the family's public affairs as well as its more shady operations. As a solver of… difficult problems, she embraces her more-than-human transformation and the cutting judgment it affords her—but a strange, mournful keening in her hextech heart may yet prove a troubling portent.

Regardless, Camille refuses to sit idle, and gains invigoration from well-executed industrial espionage, a fresh-brewed cup of tea, and long walks in the Gray.

CAMILLE VOICE - League of Legends

FUN FACTS ABOUT CAMILLE

1. Designed by Daniel 'Zenon' Klein: Camille was designed by Daniel 'Zenon' Klein, a former Riot Games employee who worked as a game designer. He drew inspiration from various sources, including sci-fi and cyberpunk themes, to create Camille's sleek and futuristic design. Klein is also known for his work on other champions like Jhin and Ivern.

2. Voiced by Debi Mae West: Camille is voiced by Debi Mae West, a voice actress known for her work in various video games and anime series. West brings Camille's sophisticated and ruthless personality to life with her commanding voice, adding depth and personality to the character.

3. Connection to Piltover's Clifftop Monastery: Camille hails from Piltover's Clifftop Monastery, a secretive organization dedicated to maintaining order and protecting Piltover's interests. As the head of the monastic order, Camille wields considerable influence and power within Piltover's upper echelons, making her a formidable force to be reckoned with.

4. Rivalry with Jhin: Camille shares a rivalry with the champion Jhin, the Virtuoso, in the lore of League of Legends. Their rivalry stems from their opposing ideologies and methods—Camille upholds order and control, while Jhin embraces chaos and artistic expression through violence. This conflict adds depth to both characters' stories and interactions within the game.

5. Featured in "Tales of Runeterra": Camille is prominently featured in the "Tales of Runeterra" cinematic series, which explores the lore and stories of various champions in the world of Runeterra. In the cinematic "Twilight of the Gods," Camille is depicted as a powerful and calculating enforcer of Piltover's laws, showcasing her martial prowess and dedication to maintaining order in the city.

ABILITIES OF CAMILLE

Passive - ADAPTIVE DEFENSES

Basic attacks on champions grant a shield equal to a percentage of Camille's maximum health against their damage type (Physical or Magic) for a brief duration.

Q - PRECISION PROTOCOL

Camille's next attack deals bonus damage and grants bonus Move Speed. This spell can be recast for a short period of time, doing significantly increased bonus damage if Camille delays a period of time between the two attacks.

W - TACTICAL SWEEP

Camille blasts in a cone after a delay, dealing damage. Enemies in the outer half are slowed and take extra damage, while also healing Camille.

E - HOOKSHOT

Camille pulls herself to a wall, leaping off and knocking up enemy champions upon landing.

R - THE HEXTECH ULTIMATUM

Camille dashes to target champion, anchoring them to the area. She also deals bonus magic damage to the target with her basic attacks.

CAMILLE ABILITIES COMBO

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1. Engage Combo:

- Use Camille's E (Hookshot) to dash towards an enemy champion or terrain.

- Follow up with Camille's Q (Precision Protocol) to activate the first part of the ability for a quick burst of damage.

- Immediately activate Camille's W (Tactical Sweep) for additional damage and a slow effect.

- Continue with basic attacks to trigger the second part of Q for extra damage and true damage.

- Use Camille's R (Hextech Ultimatum) to lock down the target and prevent them from escaping, setting up for a kill or allowing your team to follow up.

2. Trading Combo:

- Start with Camille's W (Tactical Sweep) to slow and damage the enemy.

- Follow up with Camille's E (Hookshot) to close the gap or reposition.

- Activate Camille's Q (Precision Protocol) for additional damage and a shield.

- Continue with basic attacks to trigger the second part of Q for more damage.

- Use the movement speed bonus from the second part of Q to disengage if necessary.

3. Burst Combo:

- Engage with Camille's E (Hookshot) to catch the enemy off guard.

- Immediately activate Camille's R (Hextech Ultimatum) to lock down the target and prevent them from escaping.

- Follow up with Camille's Q (Precision Protocol) for quick burst damage and a shield.

- Use Camille's W (Tactical Sweep) for additional damage and slow.

- Continue with basic attacks and the second part of Q to maximize damage output.

4. Escape Combo:

- Use Camille's E (Hookshot) to dash towards terrain or enemy minions.

- Follow up with Camille's Q (Precision Protocol) for a quick burst of damage and movement speed bonus.

- Activate Camille's R (Hextech Ultimatum) if necessary to lock down an enemy and create distance.

- Use the movement speed bonus from the second part of Q to escape further or reposition.

- If needed, use Camille's Flash to create even more distance and ensure a safe escape.

5. Dueling Combo:

- Start with Camille's W (Tactical Sweep) to slow and damage the enemy.

- Use Camille's E (Hookshot) to engage and dodge enemy abilities if necessary.

- Activate Camille's Q (Precision Protocol) for quick burst damage and a shield.

- Continue with basic attacks to trigger the second part of Q for additional damage and true damage.

- Use Camille's R (Hextech Ultimatum) if the enemy tries to escape or to secure the kill.

BUILD OF CAMILLE

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RUNES OF CAMILLE

TIPS ON HOW TO PLAY WITH CAMILLE

1. Master Your E (Hookshot): Camille's Hookshot is a versatile tool that can be used for engaging, disengaging, or repositioning during fights. Practice aiming and timing your Hookshot to maximize its effectiveness in different situations. Use it to catch enemies off guard, escape from sticky situations, or traverse terrain to surprise opponents.

2. Optimize Your Passive (Adaptive Defenses): Camille's passive, Adaptive Defenses, grants her a shield based on the damage type of the enemy champion she's trading with. Learn to recognize the damage type of your lane opponent and position yourself to trade when your shield will be most effective. This can give you an advantage in trades and allow you to sustain longer in lane.

3. Manage Your Q (Precision Protocol): Camille's Q is a two-part ability that empowers her next basic attack with bonus damage. Practice timing your Q to maximize its damage output, especially in extended trades or all-ins. Use the first part of Q to close the gap and activate the second part for additional burst damage and true damage.

4. Use Your Ultimate (Hextech Ultimatum) Wisely: Camille's ultimate, Hextech Ultimatum, locks down a target and creates a zone where they cannot escape. Use your ultimate strategically to isolate priority targets, secure kills, or peel for your team's carries. Be mindful of enemy crowd control and mobility abilities that can interrupt or escape your ultimate.

5. Split Push and Roam: Camille excels at split pushing due to her dueling prowess and mobility. Look for opportunities to split push in side lanes while your team pressures objectives elsewhere on the map. Use your Hookshot to escape if multiple enemies collapse on you, or to quickly join teamfights if needed. Additionally, roam to other lanes to apply pressure, secure kills, or assist your teammates when possible.

TIPS FOR COUNTERING CAMILLE

1. Punish her Early Game Weakness: Camille's early game can be relatively weak compared to other champions. Abuse this by picking strong early game champions or champions with high burst damage to harass her in lane and deny her farm. Champions like Renekton, Darius, or Pantheon can put pressure on Camille and limit her ability to scale into the mid and late game.

2. Deny Her Engage Opportunities: Camille's primary engage tool is her E (Hookshot), which allows her to dash towards terrain or enemy champions. Avoid positioning near walls or corners where Camille can easily hookshot onto you. Additionally, try to bait out her hookshot before committing to a fight to limit her engage options and make her vulnerable.

3. Build Defensive Items: Camille deals primarily physical damage, especially in the early game. Consider building armor items like Ninja Tabi or Seeker's Armguard to mitigate her damage output and increase your survivability in lane. These items can help you sustain through her trades and reduce her kill pressure on you.

4. Maintain Vision Control: Camille's mobility allows her to roam and make plays around the map. Ward key areas like river entrances and jungle paths to spot Camille's movements and prevent her from ganking other lanes or securing objectives uncontested. Communicate with your team to collapse on her if she tries to roam, punishing her for leaving lane.

5. Coordinate Jungle Ganks: Camille is susceptible to ganks, especially if she's pushed up in lane or has used her E to engage. Coordinate with your jungler to apply pressure to Camille in lane and punish her for overextending. Look for opportunities to bait out her E before engaging to ensure a successful gank and potentially secure a kill or burn her summoner spells.

6. Outscale and Play Safe: In some cases, it may be best to play safe and outscale Camille as the game progresses. Champions like Nasus, Jax, or Fiora can outscale Camille in the late game and become more potent split pushers or teamfighters. Focus on farming safely and scaling into the mid and late game where you can become more impactful than Camille.

SKINS OF CAMILLE