Martis is a fighter that is known for his excellent crowd control and secure kill potential. He is like a fighter version of Karina but is more durable and has great capabilities. This guide will leave some useful information on how to play him well.
This will begin with a quick skill review.
Passive: Ashura's Wrath
Each time Martis uses a skill, his Attack Speed will be increased by 30%, 120% maximum. Lasts 4s.
1st Skill: Ashura Aura [CC] [AoE]
Martis draws enemies to a fan-shaped area in front of him and deals 340(+130%Extra Physical ATK) points of Physical Damage, slowing them by 40% for 2s.
2nd Skill: Mortal Coil [AoE] [Blink]
Martis strikes the enemies within a rectangle-shaped area in front of him, dealing 150(+70%Total Physical ATK) points of Physical Damage to them and knocking them back (the direction can be change once during the attack).
Use Again: Martis charges forward, knocking enemies up and dealing 200(+150%Extra Physical ATK) points of Physical Damage to them.
While casting this skill, Martis can't be controlled and the damage taken will be reduced by 60%.
Ultimate Skill: Decimate [Burst]
Martis charges to the targeted enemy, dealing 650(+100%Total Physical ATK) points of Physical Damage. If the target's HP is below 50%, this skill will deal true damage. Killing the target with this skill will immediately reset its CD and increase Movement Speed by 100% for 5s(speed increased gradually decays over time).
Preparation
Emblem: There are 4 recommended emblem configurations for Martis depending on your playstyle and preference.
Fighter Emblem Festival of Blood Talent
3pts for Phy Atk and Phy Pen
Assassin Emblem Bounty Hunter Talent
3pts for Phy Atk and Phy Pen
Tank Emblem Tenacity or Brave Smite Talent
3 pts for HP and CDR
Support Emblem Focusing Mark or Pull Yourself Together Talent
3 pts for MovSpd and Hybrid Regen
Spell: Arrival/Flicker/Sprint/Retribution/Aegis/Inspire/Revitalize
Ideal Item Set Builds
Set 1: Fighter Build
Tips to maximize passive
1. Use 2nd skill 1st phase
The passive will then give you 90% Atk Spd Boost.
2. Use Basic Attacks until passive is almost over or the timer for the second phase of your second skill whichever is shorter
3. Use 2nd Phase of your 2nd Skill
The passive will now be max stacked.
4. Use basic attacks again until passive is almost over.
5. Use 1st skill when needed to provide CC or reset the passive timer to maintain max stacks
6. Maintain max stacks until you see an X Mark underneath the enemy hero to secure a kill when you use your ultimate skill.
7. No need for Attack Speed Items because there is a limit of 250% for the Attack Speed Stat and that means you have a slot for Attack Power Items or defense and situational items.
Tip No.8
When pushing turrets, you may use skills on the enemy minions to trigger your passive to have a boosted attack speed which will help to destroy turrets faster. Do not use it on an enemy hero since it will make the tower target you.
Martis was one of the best on his release but after some adjustments, it seems most players never used him again. He is not totally useless but just underrated. How about giving him a try and apply what you learned in this guide?
Tell us your thoughts below and stay tuned for more!
This will begin with a quick skill review.
Passive: Ashura's Wrath
Each time Martis uses a skill, his Attack Speed will be increased by 30%, 120% maximum. Lasts 4s.
1st Skill: Ashura Aura [CC] [AoE]
Martis draws enemies to a fan-shaped area in front of him and deals 340(+130%Extra Physical ATK) points of Physical Damage, slowing them by 40% for 2s.
2nd Skill: Mortal Coil [AoE] [Blink]
Martis strikes the enemies within a rectangle-shaped area in front of him, dealing 150(+70%Total Physical ATK) points of Physical Damage to them and knocking them back (the direction can be change once during the attack).
Use Again: Martis charges forward, knocking enemies up and dealing 200(+150%Extra Physical ATK) points of Physical Damage to them.
While casting this skill, Martis can't be controlled and the damage taken will be reduced by 60%.
Ultimate Skill: Decimate [Burst]
Martis charges to the targeted enemy, dealing 650(+100%Total Physical ATK) points of Physical Damage. If the target's HP is below 50%, this skill will deal true damage. Killing the target with this skill will immediately reset its CD and increase Movement Speed by 100% for 5s(speed increased gradually decays over time).
Preparation
Emblem: There are 4 recommended emblem configurations for Martis depending on your playstyle and preference.
Fighter Emblem Festival of Blood Talent
3pts for Phy Atk and Phy Pen
Assassin Emblem Bounty Hunter Talent
3pts for Phy Atk and Phy Pen
Tank Emblem Tenacity or Brave Smite Talent
3 pts for HP and CDR
Support Emblem Focusing Mark or Pull Yourself Together Talent
3 pts for MovSpd and Hybrid Regen
Spell: Arrival/Flicker/Sprint/Retribution/Aegis/Inspire/Revitalize
Ideal Item Set Builds
Set 1: Fighter Build
- Warrior Boots
- Bloodlust Axe
- Blade of Despair
- Endless Battle
- Brute Force Chestplate
- Immortality
- Warrior Boots
- Bloodlust Axe
- Endless Battle
- Queen's Wings
- Athena's Shield
- Blade of Despair
- Raptor Machete
- Warrior Boots
- Blade of Despair
- Endless Battle
- Immortality
- Brute Force Breastplate
- Unlock 2nd Skill first
- Prioritize leveling skill 1 for faster cooldown
- Buy Hunter's Knife to farm faster especially if you intend to carry the team as a jungler.
- Your Second Skill will have a reduced cooldown of 4 seconds if the second phase is not used.
- The 1st phase of skill 2 already gives 3 stacks of his passive and the 2nd phase gives another 1 stack.
- Skill 2 is your main wave clear skill. It can clear the 1st wave in 8 seconds
- When attacking a jungle monster, you may use skill 1 then 1st phase of skill 2 to get max stacks of passive to boost your attack speed. Do basic attacks Then use the 2nd phase to refresh the passive timer. You can also perform it by using another way which includes reservation of skill 1 that can be used against enemies.
Tips to maximize passive
1. Use 2nd skill 1st phase
The passive will then give you 90% Atk Spd Boost.
2. Use Basic Attacks until passive is almost over or the timer for the second phase of your second skill whichever is shorter
3. Use 2nd Phase of your 2nd Skill
The passive will now be max stacked.
4. Use basic attacks again until passive is almost over.
5. Use 1st skill when needed to provide CC or reset the passive timer to maintain max stacks
6. Maintain max stacks until you see an X Mark underneath the enemy hero to secure a kill when you use your ultimate skill.
7. No need for Attack Speed Items because there is a limit of 250% for the Attack Speed Stat and that means you have a slot for Attack Power Items or defense and situational items.
Tip No.8
When pushing turrets, you may use skills on the enemy minions to trigger your passive to have a boosted attack speed which will help to destroy turrets faster. Do not use it on an enemy hero since it will make the tower target you.
Martis was one of the best on his release but after some adjustments, it seems most players never used him again. He is not totally useless but just underrated. How about giving him a try and apply what you learned in this guide?
Tell us your thoughts below and stay tuned for more!
