Ringo
This is a more advanced guide aimed at those well versed with the basics of the hero and the game.
A Crystal-Ringo build is a great alternative to regular Weapon-Ringo builds. Give this a shot if you are seeking a strong substitute or if you want to experience true Crystal power.
On the 1st of July, this guide was one of the ones picked to be featured weekly. I would like to thank the staff of VGF that made this possible!
PROS AND CONS Top
EXAMPLES OF SUCCESS Top
My ingame name is Xynh. The following are examples of successful C-Ringos following this build.
For this first game, I was confident enough to not get a
Reflex Block.
Both of these games are victory by surrender.
This next game was a very even one, up until the team wipe + Krakken, which lead to surrender.
EARLY GAME Top
Energy Battery
A single battery will be enough to sustain regular usage of
Achilles Shot and
Twirling Silver for a good while.
Achilles Shot can be spammed indefnitely. Be liberal with its use to help in last-hitting and harrass, but be sure to prioritize last-hits.
Halcyon Potion
Potions for regen.
BUILD UP Top
With crystal, Ringo's
Achilles Shot will hit hard. When maxed, it will usually be in the damage range of a single
 Tension Bow Ringo attack, or greater. In addition, C-Ringo's superior energy regen means that both
Achilles Shot and
Twirling Silver can be used in much greater frequency, being better than W-Ringo in terms of sustainability. This means that fountain visits are usually less frequent.
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Sprint Boots
Before finishing your first Tier-3 item AC, do not forget boots. (That's you I'm talking about, AlceusWeiss) Use in pursuit if confident and in escape.
Reflex Block
Reflex block will make Ringo a little tougher as well as have a great active that can prevent death in 3/4 situations.
Alternating Current
AC is bread and butter of C-Ringo. With AC passive, 1/2 of your attacks will proc crystal damage. While
Twirling Silver is active, Ringo's attacks will proc three instances of damage:
1- Regular attack damage
2- AC passive crystal proc damage, one in every two attacks
3- 2nd skill crystal damage
Note that usually before finishing at least AC + 2/3 Tier-2 crystal items, C-Ringo's damage is usually not up to par with a good weapon Ringo with
Tension Bow.
Aftershock
Aftershock proc will greatly accelerate rate of Gold Miner/Krakken capture; Spam
Achilles Shot and
Twirling Silver but be sure that Aftershock is off cooldown before using each skill. The 15% Aftershock proc will allow C-Ringo to tear down tanky heroes like
Catherine,
Ardan,
Glaive, and so on. Lastly, crystal-based lifesteal on the proc will also slightly increase survivability.
Shatterglass
Shatterglass will greatly ramp-up C-Ringo's damage all around, ensuring that C-Ringo will be on the lead in terms of damage.
DEFENSIVE ITEM OPTIONS Top
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When it comes to upgrading
Reflex Block, two options are available, each with its own strengths.
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Aegis provides less hp than Crucible, but also gives an increase to shield, which reduces the damage of crystal-based attacks. Moreover, Aegis' active has the added benefit of potentially blocking a stun on C-Ringo.
Crucible provides a lot more hp than Aegis, but does not provide any shield. However, its team-wide active can greatly reduce the impact of some ultimates on the entire team. Some of these large AOE ultimates include
Skaarf's
Dragon Breath,
Adagio's
Verse of Judgement,
Catherine's
Blast Tremor and so on.
6TH ITEM OPTIONS Top
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After getting all cores, C-Ringo will have freedom to choose the sixth item.
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Broken Myth
Competent players will usually realize C-Ringo's source of damage and build Aegis and other Shield items. Broken Myth allows C-Ringo to overcome these enemies. However, if against less competent players that do not build Shield items, the other options may be more beneficial.
>Update: New Broken Myth after has fantastic passive that increases crystal damage every second until three seconds max. C-Ringo as a ranged carry will have no problem building these stacks up in a fight. This item should be greater considered in all situations, and not just when enemies get shield items.
Eve of Harvest
Extra energy regeneration is gladly welcomed. Crystal-based lifesteal will ensure that C-Ringo is self-sufficient in not only energy, but health as well. Potential crystal damage will be limited as Eve provides subpar crystal damage when compared to the other options.
Shatterglass (Second)
Another Shatterglass will provide the possible greatest direct increase to C-Ringo's damage than Broken Myth or Eve, but does not prove any utility unlike the two.
CONCLUSION Top
C-Ringo can be an absolute monster if in the right hands. Thank you very much for reading my guide.
Do feel free to send me screenshots of your victories with C-Ringo.
Good luck on the Fold!
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