AI Comp
Shadow Hunter
Tier A / Difficulty 3.0

A
Shadow Hunter
The composition centers around 3-cost Kai'Sa, paired with 4 Dark Star and 4 Ranger dual damage traits. Kai'Sa simultaneously enjoys 45% spel
Positioning
Switch between final board, transition boards and variants.
Comp analysis
Core idea and suitable matchups.
The composition centers around 3-cost Kai'Sa, paired with 4 Dark Star and 4 Ranger dual damage traits. Kai'Sa simultaneously enjoys 45% spell/attack bonus and 40% spell/attack bonus, dealing explosive damage. Riven serves as a secondary carry to supplement physical damage. The front line consists of Mordekaiser and Leona providing 2 Vanguard shields, while Cho'Gath and Briar absorb damage. In terms of positioning, tanks are lined up in the first row, the back row is spread out for protection, and Kai'Sa and Karma stand safely in the last row to output.
Core champions and items
Prioritizes carries and fully itemized key units.
Game plan
Tempo, rolling, leveling and transition notes.
Item AllocationKai'Sa recommends Guinsoo's Rageblade, Archangel's Staff, and Jeweled Gauntlet. Once attack speed stacks up, her skill triggers frequently, combining with Dark Star's execution effect for extremely strong damage. Riven recommends Bloodthirster, Titan's Resolve, and Infinity Edge to ensure sustain and burst. Mordekaiser, as the main tank, carries Gargoyle Stoneplate, Bramble Vest, and Warmog's Armor. Leona and other front-line units receive no items.Strengths1. Dual damage traits stack, giving Kai'Sa a damage ceiling; 2. Dark Star's black hole executes low-health enemies, reducing late-game pressure; 3. Ranger's stealth mechanic provides strong survivability for the core carry; 4. Vanguard shields give early-game tankiness and a smooth transition.Weaknesses1. Lacks large-scale crowd control and burst, vulnerable to assassins; 2. Front-line tankiness depends on items; without proper items, it can easily melt; 3. Damage may fall off in the late game (stages 6-7), requiring a 3-star Kai'Sa or Riven.Early Transition StrategyStart with Recurve Bow or Needlessly Large Rod, prioritizing Guinsoo's. Transition with 2 Bruiser 2 Ranger (e.g., Cho'Gath + Rek'Sai + Briar + Kai'Sa). Give Kai'Sa's items to a placeholder carry (e.g., Ezreal) first. Aim for win streaks to preserve HP. At 3-2, level to 6 and roll a bit to find Kai'Sa and Mordekaiser. If Kai'Sa comes early, you can stabilize immediately.Composition ProgressionAt 6, aim for 2 Dark Star 2 Vanguard 2 Ranger. At 4-1, level to 7 and add Karma or Riven. At 7, try to 2-star Kai'Sa and Mordekaiser. At 5-1, level to 8 to complete the final composition. Kai'Sa as the main carry must be chased to 3-star; Riven can be chased to 3-star depending on the situation. If HP is healthy, consider going to 9 to add Bard or Shen.AlternativesIf Briar doesn't appear, replace with Talon (also a 1-cost Ranger). If Cho'Gath doesn't appear, replace with Lissandra (1-cost Dark Star), but you'll need to add other front-line units. If your items are more physical, Riven can become the main carry, and Kai'Sa can take utility items like Morellonomicon. At 8, Shen can replace Leona for more crowd control and tankiness.










