Gord Guide

Gord: The Mystic Wanderer - Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Guide

Alright, here's a comprehensive MLBB guide for Gord, focusing on builds for both his primary and a viable secondary lane:

Hero Role: Mage (Burst/Control)

Primary Lane: Mid Lane

Secondary Lane: Exp Lane

Overview:

Gord is a powerful mage known for his long-range poke, burst damage, and crowd control. His abilities allow him to control team fights and punish enemies who are out of position. However, he's vulnerable to assassins and heroes with high mobility. Positioning and awareness are key to playing Gord effectively.

Primary Lane: Mid Lane

Playstyle: Control the lane, poke enemies, push for objectives, and provide vision for your team. Your primary goal is to safely farm, harass the enemy mid-laner, and be ready to rotate to help other lanes when necessary.

Core Gameplay:

1. Early Game: Focus on farming gold and reaching level 4. Use your Mystic Projectile (S1) to poke the enemy and clear minion waves.
2. Mid Game: Rotate to help other lanes when opportunities arise. Use your Mystic Injunction (S2) to slow enemies and set up ganks for your teammates.
3. Late Game: Position yourself safely in team fights. Unleash Mystic Gush (Ultimate) on clustered enemies, prioritizing high-value targets like marksmen or mages.

Emblem:

• Mage Emblem:
  • Tier 1: Agility (Movement Speed) - Improves mobility for positioning.
  • Tier 2: Observation (Magic Penetration) - Increases damage output.
  • Tier 3: Magic Worship (Burn/Burst Build) - Deals extra damage based on hp lost by the enemy.
  • Tier 3: Impure Rage (Sustain Build) - Regen Mana based on skill damage.

Builds (Mid Lane):

Build 1: Burst/Burn Build (Standard Mage Build)

• Items:
  1. Demon Shoes: Mana Regen + Movement Speed.
  2. Clock of Destiny: HP, Magic Power, Mana. Provides sustain and scaling.
  3. Lightning Truncheon: Magic Power, Mana Regen, Cooldown Reduction. Great for burst damage and wave clear.
  4. Holy Crystal: High Magic Power. Further amplifies damage.
  5. Divine Glaive: Magic Power, Magic Penetration. Crucial for dealing damage to enemies with magic resistance.
  6. Blood Wings: HP, Magic Power. Provides survivability and even more damage.

Explanation: This build focuses on maximizing burst damage with Magic Worship emblem.

Build 2: Sustain Build (More consistent damage, sustain focused)

• Items:
  1. Demon Shoes: Mana Regen + Movement Speed.
  2. Enchanted Talisman: Mana Regen, Magic Power, Cooldown Reduction. Provides excellent mana sustain.
  3. Clock of Destiny: HP, Magic Power, Mana. Provides sustain and scaling.
  4. Lightning Truncheon: Magic Power, Mana Regen, Cooldown Reduction. Great for burst damage and wave clear.
  5. Holy Crystal: High Magic Power. Further amplifies damage.
  6. Divine Glaive: Magic Power, Magic Penetration. Crucial for dealing damage to enemies with magic resistance.

Explanation: This build emphasizes mana sustain and consistent damage. The Enchanted Talisman helps you spam skills without running out of mana, making Impure Rage emblem the go to.

Counter Items (Mid Lane):

• Against Assassin Heavy Teams:
  • Immortality: Resurrects you after being killed, giving you a second chance in team fights. Replace Blood Wings if needed.
  • Winter Truncheon: Makes you immune to damage for a short period. Helps against burst damage assassins like Ling or Gusion. Replace Blood Wings if needed.
• Against Magic Resistance Heavy Teams:
  • Genius Wand: Reduces the magic defense of enemies hit by your skills. Stack this with Divine Glaive for maximum penetration. Replace Lightning Truncheon if needed.
• Against High HP Heroes:
  • Concentrated Energy: Provides spell vamp, allowing you to heal from damage dealt. Replace Clock of Destiny if needed.

Secondary Lane: Exp Lane

Viability: Gord is a somewhat unconventional choice for the Exp Lane, but it can work under certain circumstances and with adjustments to your playstyle and build. You must be aware of your positioning and be ready to retreat for ganks from enemy jungler and be sure to ward the nearest bush.

Playstyle: Play defensively, focus on farming, and punish enemies who overextend. Use your range to your advantage.

Core Gameplay:

1. Early Game: Prioritize survival and farming. Use Mystic Projectile (S1) to poke enemies and secure last hits on minions. Be cautious of ganks from the enemy jungler.
2. Mid Game: Help with team fights when possible, but prioritize maintaining your farm. Use Mystic Injunction (S2) to slow down enemies who are chasing you or your teammates.
3. Late Game: Position yourself safely in team fights. Unleash Mystic Gush (Ultimate) on clustered enemies, focusing on dealing damage from a safe distance.

Emblem:

• Mage Emblem:
  • Tier 1: Agility (Movement Speed) - Improves mobility for positioning.
  • Tier 2: Observation (Magic Penetration) - Increases damage output.
  • Tier 3: Magic Worship - Deals extra damage based on hp lost by the enemy.

Builds (Exp Lane):

Build 1: Sustain/Damage Mix (Good for surviving lane)

• Items:
  1. Arcane Boots: Magic Penetration + Movement Speed.
  2. Clock of Destiny: HP, Magic Power, Mana. Provides sustain and scaling.
  3. Concentrated Energy: Spell Vamp, HP, Magic Power. Provides sustain and some extra damage.
  4. Lightning Truncheon: Magic Power, Mana Regen, Cooldown Reduction. Great for burst damage and wave clear.
  5. Holy Crystal: High Magic Power. Further amplifies damage.
  6. Immortality: Provides Resurrect after death

Explanation: This build emphasizes survivability and sustained damage. The Spell Vamp from Concentrated Energy helps you stay alive longer in lane.

Build 2: Damage/Defense Build (For more aggressive play)

• Items:
  1. Arcane Boots: Magic Penetration + Movement Speed.
  2. Clock of Destiny: HP, Magic Power, Mana. Provides sustain and scaling.
  3. Lightning Truncheon: Magic Power, Mana Regen, Cooldown Reduction. Great for burst damage and wave clear.
  4. Holy Crystal: High Magic Power. Further amplifies damage.
  5. Athena's Shield: Magic Defense, HP, Cooldown Reduction. Provides magic damage mitigation.
  6. Immortality: Provides Resurrect after death.

Explanation: This build sacrifices some sustain for increased magic defense. Athena's Shield helps you withstand burst damage from enemy mages and assassins.

Counter Items (Exp Lane):

• Against Physical Damage Dealers:
  • Antique Cuirass: Provides physical defense, HP, and damage reduction. Replace Clock of Destiny if needed.
  • Brute Force Breastplate: Provides Physical Defense, HP, and increased movement speed and physical/magic power after using a skill or basic attack. Replace Clock of Destiny if needed.
• Against Crowd Control Heavy Teams:
  • Tough Boots: Reduces the duration of crowd control effects. Replace Arcane Boots if needed.
• Against Anti-Heal:
  • Necklace of Durance: Decreases regeneration and healing effects of enemies. Replace Holy Crystal if needed.

General Tips for Gord:

• Positioning is Key: Stay behind your tanks and allies to avoid being targeted by assassins.
• Use Your Range: Utilize your long-range abilities to poke enemies and control the battlefield.
• Practice Your Skill Shots: Landing Mystic Projectile (S1) is crucial for setting up kills and controlling the lane.
• Be Aware of Your Mana: Gord can be mana-hungry, so manage your mana carefully, especially in the early game.
• Team Communication: Coordinate with your team to maximize the effectiveness of your ultimate.
• Item Adjustment: Adapt your build based on the enemy team composition and the flow of the game.

Weaknesses:

• Low Mobility: Gord is vulnerable to ganks and assassins.
• Mana Dependent: Requires careful mana management.
• Reliant on Skill Shots: Requires practice and precision to land skills effectively.