(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Hello NextGenUpdate, ill be talking about one of the funnest multi award winning game in the world right now, League of Legends (LoL). Before I start this will be my first big post, so please feel free to criticize as needed trying to learn on how to make a good post. So lets get started.

While there are many wonderful guides out there, and each will add to a new players skill level and understanding, most of them are tailored to level 30's with at least a basic understanding of all the mechanics of the game. Unfortunately, this isn't the case with a lot of people. I invited 3 of my friends to play the game, and I can safely say that without me there to teach them the very basics, they wouldn't still play it today (which they do, and they love it almost as much as I do). With so many things to cover, I may skip some things, and I fear it may become a bit of a wall of text, but I'll try and keep everything properly titled to you can skip around and find what pertains to you. I'm by no means an expert on the subject, so any input is appreciated and I'll try and keep it updated.
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So you downloaded the game, and signed up. Log in to the game, and it should ask you what do you want for your summoner name. Your summoner's name is your in game username that other players can add you on. Now I recommend playing a tutorial game, but if you don't want to, then please play at least "One" bot game. Now before you play your first bot game. just click on the Champions tab under your summoners profile. Get a quick idea of who does what by checking each mark on the left side one by one. While not set in stone, it will give you a general idea of what each does and what your up against. Start looking for a champ you might like to play. There is no best champ, and while some champs are more noob friendly than others, You'll have more fun finding one you like. I do suggest you start with a ranged class, however, as it provides a level of safety thats always nice starting out. Also give the spells tab a quick glance, and see what they all do.

Now you are ready to play your first bot game. Click PLAY at the top, and go to Ai. This will be bots, you still earn exp, and ip. Exp is experience points, its what makes you rank up. And IP is Influence Points, you can use these at the store to unlock new champions, and etc. So you found your champion that you want to try out, give em a run. Your first 3 levels spend a point on each skill and get an idea of how each works, and how they work with each other. Get an idea of how far it is to safely push towards other champs and towers (which isn't as far as you may think). Remember, attacking an enemy champ makes all minions and towers in the area go after you. No pressure whatsoever, just learn the game. Also, take the time to learn all the items, even the consumables. You can't really look these up quickly outside of game, so take practice games to get an idea of what each does and ball park what they all cost. Learn to be comfortable with last-hitting to farm money for said items.

Your ready for your first match against other summoners in combat in 5v5, or 3v3. Which ever you prefer, I like 5v5.So you've got an understanding of how to play and how your champ works, you've got some emergency summoner spells at your disposal (<3 flash, learn it, love it. Remember, if you press the hotkey while running, you auto-port in the direction your running), and your ready to learn how to fight against people. Remember, what I suggest isn't set in stone, but they DO help with a newer players gaming. Once your in game, first things first, Buy an item, choose a skill, and roll out. There are a few good ones, but my Highly Recommended Noob Stamp of Approval goes to this baby as your first 2~3 choices:
Philosopher's Stone (1115 g)
Meki Pendant (390 g) + Regrowth Pendant (475 g) + 250 g
Passive: Gain an additional 5 gold every 10 seconds.
Start off with the regrowth Pendent (When your new, HP regain is ALWAYS nice because you WILL make mistakes), regardless of your champ. Upgrade it asap. There isn't a single champ that won't be able to use HP/MP regain and gold in some way. Especially considering since your new, last-hitting and farming will be far more difficult than most people, so a steady source of income is a good thing. Remember: Staying alive, pushing your lane, and playing as safe as you can will help your team far more than anything else you can do without better knowledge of what your up against. Until you understand how each class works and how players use them. Until that point, just let your team know that your new, and you'll mostly just be laning. Don't worry about helping with a gank unless its in your lane anyway. Call out any MIA (let your team know when an enemy champ is no longer in your lane by telling them mia in chat), and concentrating on pushing your creep wave. Tower pressure is the noobs best way of helping his team. But a dead champ can't push, so STAY ALIVE. Until you know what direction your taking your champ, trust in the recommended items, they aren't terrible, and will help you understand what you can do. Branch out now and then with items, try something new. The big items are nice, but don't be afraid to grab a few weaker items instead. This is your learning period. Don't let losses discourage you. Don't let rude teammates get to you. Just play and have fun. Its a game. We all start somewhere.

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If this guild helped you in anyway please feel free to give feedback. This was my first major guide posted on the site. Add me on Skype: redfireturbo. And on LoL: NGU redfireturbo