Claude Guide for Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB)
Claude, one of the most unique and versatile marksmen in Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, stands out for his incredible mobility and burst damage potential. Despite receiving multiple nerfs since his release in 2018, he remains a top pick in high-ranked games and tournaments, particularly in the Mythical Glory tier. This guide will cover Claude's skills, builds, emblems, battle spells, and offer tips on how to effectively use him throughout a match. Let’s dive into how you can master Claude and unleash his full potential on the battlefield.
Understanding Claude's Skills
Passive – Battle Side by Side
Claude’s passive is a crucial part of his damage output. Every time Claude uses a basic attack, his trusty companion, Dexter, also launches an attack at the same target, dealing 20 physical damage, which is 30% of Claude’s total physical damage. This means you can effectively hit enemies twice with one basic attack. This gives Claude a huge advantage in duels and team fights, especially when paired with attack-enhancing items.
Dexter can also trigger the passive effects of Claude's items like Demon Hunter Sword and Golden Staff, making this synergy vital for damage output. Dexter also benefits from Claude’s Emblem Talents, such as Weakness Finder, allowing for a major edge over enemies.
Skill 1 – Art of Thievery
Claude’s first skill lets him launch a fan-shaped shockwave that deals 160 physical damage to enemies hit. What makes this skill special is that it steals movement and attack speed from enemies, reducing their movement speed by 20% and attack speed by 10%, while boosting Claude’s movement and attack speed by 4% per enemy hit, stacking up to five times. This skill makes Claude excellent at poking enemies while gaining an advantage in mobility and attack speed.
Use tip: Try hitting multiple enemies with this skill to maximize your attack speed boost in fights and make Claude faster and more lethal.
Skill 2 – Battle Mirror Image
Claude’s second skill places a mirror image of Dexter at a target location, and tapping the skill again will teleport Claude to Dexter’s location. This skill can be activated twice, allowing Claude to teleport back to his original position, which provides both mobility and an escape tool. The mirror image can also attack nearby enemies and triggers Claude’s item passives, including critical strike items and damage-dealing effects. It’s especially useful for turret diving, checking bushes, and escaping ganks.
Use tip: Place the mirror image in a safe spot before engaging in a fight, so you have a quick escape plan after using your ultimate.
Ultimate – Blazing Duet
Claude’s ultimate is his signature move. When activated, Claude and Dexter spin, firing rapidly at nearby enemies for 3 seconds, dealing 130 physical damage per hit. Each hit from the ultimate is considered a basic attack, meaning it benefits from attack speed, critical damage, and item effects. Additionally, Claude gains a shield based on the damage dealt during the ultimate, making him harder to kill while he dishes out damage.
Use tip: Use Blazing Duet in the middle of a team fight for maximum damage output, and remember to activate Art of Thievery beforehand to boost your attack speed even further.
Combos to Master with Claude
- Escape Combo: Place your second skill (Battle Mirror Image) in a safe location before initiating a team fight. Use your ultimate, and when it ends, immediately teleport to safety.
- Surprise Attack Combo: Use Battle Mirror Image near the enemy, then quickly activate Blazing Duet for a surprise burst of damage.
Recommended Battle Spells
Battle Spell: Vengeance
Great for mitigating damage while using your ultimate, allowing Claude to tank more hits and retaliate.
Battle Spell: Aegis
Provides additional shielding, giving you extra survivability during key moments.
Extra Tips: Avoid spells like Flicker or Sprint, as Claude already has high mobility from his second skill.
Claude's Build and Item choice
Claude relies heavily on attack speed and item passives to maximize his damage. Here’s a breakdown of the most effective builds for him:
Core Build (Trinity Build)
Tough Boots
Analysis: Magic resistance and CC reduction for Claude.
Demon Hunter Sword
Analysis: A must-buy for Claude. This item’s passive, which deals damage based on the enemy’s HP, synergizes perfectly with Claude’s rapid attack style.
Golden Staff
Analysis: Converts critical strikes into additional attack speed, boosting Claude’s ultimate and basic attack output.
Corrosion Scythe
Analysis: Increases attack speed while applying a slow effect on enemies, making it easier to kite or chase down targets.
Wind of Nature
Analysis: Provides invincibility to physical damage for 2 seconds, crucial for surviving burst damage from enemy marksmen or fighters.
Malefic Roar
Analysis: Grants physical penetration, making Claude's basic attacks more effective against tanky opponents.
If you’re facing a magic damage-heavy team, consider swapping Wind of Nature for Rose Gold Meteor to gain a magic shield.
Critical Build (Alternative)
Tough Boots
Analysis: Magic resistance and CC reduction for Claude.
Demon Hunter Sword
Analysis: A must-buy for Claude. This item’s passive, which deals damage based on the enemy’s HP, synergizes perfectly with Claude’s rapid attack style.
Golden Staff
Analysis: Converts critical strikes into additional attack speed, boosting Claude’s ultimate and basic attack output.
Corrosion Scythe
Analysis: Increases attack speed while applying a slow effect on enemies, making it easier to kite or chase down targets.
Windtalker
Analysis: Increases attack, movement and critical hit chance.
Malefic Roar
This build focuses on maximizing Claude’s critical hits and burst damage but is less effective than the Trinity Build in sustaining damage over time.
Emblems and Talents
Recommended Emblem Set: Custom Marksman Emblem
- Talent 1: Swift – Increases attack speed by 10%, which is essential for Claude.
- Talent 2: Tenacity – Increases physical and magical defense by 15% when HP drops below 50%, giving you more survivability.
- Talent 3: Weakness Finder or Quantum Charge
- Weakness Finder: Reduces enemy attack speed and movement speed on basic attacks.
- Quantum Charge: Increases Claude’s movement speed when hitting enemies or minions, making him harder to catch.
Both core talents are viable options depending on your playstyle. Weakness Finder is ideal for slowing down enemy marksmen, while Quantum Charge works well if you prefer kiting and mobility.
Gameplay Strategy
Early Game
Claude is relatively weak in the early game and highly reliant on Demon Hunter Sword to deal substantial damage. Focus on farming safely and avoid unnecessary fights until you secure your first core item. If possible, coordinate with your support or tank to avoid getting bullied by stronger early-game heroes.
Objective: Prioritize farming and avoid overcommitting to fights. Once you reach level 4 and unlock your ultimate, you can start engaging more confidently.
Mid Game
By the mid-game, Claude becomes significantly stronger, especially with two or three core items. Rotate with your team, focusing on securing kills, pushing turrets, and joining team fights. Always position yourself behind your teammates and use Blazing Duet to deal massive AoE damage during fights.
Objective: Farm and rotate to join team fights, but don’t overstay. Claude’s survivability depends on positioning, so be mindful of enemy assassins and fighters.
Late Game
In the late game, Claude is a high-priority target for enemies due to his ability to melt entire teams with his ultimate. Always stay near your team, and be patient with your engagements. Position yourself carefully, and wait for the right moment to unleash Blazing Duet. Keep an eye on the mini-map to avoid split pushes or unexpected ganks.
Objective: Be present in all team fights, stay at a safe distance, and maximize your damage output with perfect timing and positioning.
Claude Guide Conclusion
Claude remains one of the strongest marksmen in Mobile Legends when played correctly. Mastering his mobility, item synergy, and positioning is key to unleashing his full potential. While Claude may not be as straightforward as other marksmen, his versatility and high damage output make him a rewarding hero to master. Focus on farming, timing your skills, and executing combos to dominate the battlefield.
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