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Introduction Top

Are you ready to Reim-ble? Oh how I love lame puns.



This guide is for Reim Jungler for Update 2.8.



I honestly don't see him viable in Lane or as a Captain, but feel free to write your own guide if you disagree.



Let me introduce myself to previous and new viewers of this guide:



❃ IGN (In Game Username): G01d3n

❃ Highest Ranked Tier: Simply Amazing (Silver)

❃ Main Heroes: Reim SAW

❃ Guild: One Punch Clan (OPC)

❃ Team: None



I'M WARNING YOU NOW!!! This is a very detailed guide, but I've tried to simplify it as much as possible.



Now then... Let's get moving.



Oh how I love lame puns.This guide is foras afor Update 2.8.I honestly don't see him viable in Lane or as a Captain, but feel free to write your own guide if you disagree.Let me introduce myself to previous and new viewers of this guide:❃ IGN (In Game Username): G01d3n❃ Highest Ranked Tier: Simply Amazing (Silver)❃ Main Heroes:& Crystal❃ Guild: One Punch Clan (OPC)❃ Team: NoneThis is a very detailed guide, but I've tried to simplify it as much as possible.Now then... Let's get moving.

Latest Update Top

2.8:



Updates:



Reim



My Thoughts:



Is he balanced now? Is that why he isn't receiving any changes? I think he deserves a slight buff...



has not received any changes in four patches...?Is he balanced now? Is that why he isn't receiving any changes? I think he deserves a slight buff...

Guide Update Top

09/08/17:



Overview:



❃ Updated my overall build for Reim

❃ Currently updating new section: Battle Royale

❃ Currently updating new section: Blitz



Updated Sections:



❃ Weapon Matchups

❃ Crystal Matchups

❃ Early Game

❃ Mid Game

❃ Late Game



❃ Updated my overall build for❃ Currently updating new section: Battle Royale❃ Currently updating new section: Blitz❃ Weapon Matchups❃ Crystal Matchups❃ Early Game❃ Mid Game❃ Late Game

Reim (General) Top

Skins Top

Reim PURELY COSMETIC and do not affect stats.



Deathless:







Tier 1:







Tier 2:







Tier 3:







All of's skins splash art will be posted in this section. Skins areand do not affect stats.

Lore Top

Quoted: Reim is a grumpy old winter mage who freezes everyone who crosses him. Though he moves slowly, he deals heavy damage to opponents while being surprisingly resilient himself. He holds his own in the lane, but he's particularly effective in the jungle where he can go toe-to-toe against most opponents that he can catch.

Part 1:



Part 2:



Part 1: http://www.vainglorygame.com/news/reim-lore-part-one-everything-is-gone/ Part 2: http://www.vainglorygame.com/news/reim-lore-part-two-cold-reception/

Mentality Top

Reim



Reim is a Skillshot Hero:



❃ All of Reim

❃ Having a tough time aiming with other skillshot heroes like Celeste Reim

❃ Thankfully, basic attacks don't require proper aim.



Weaker Early, Stronger Late:



❃ In my opinion, Reim

❃ There is a lot of pressure early on to land your A and B abilities, you are a dead man if you miss.

❃ Reim



Tanky and Powerful, but not the Carry:



❃ Reim

❃ Don't expect to go 20-0 in every match you play.

❃ Soak up that damage and work as a team to take down the enemy team during teamfights.



You are not Sonic the Hedgehog:



❃ Reim Phinn Baron

❃ You may need assistance from your team to catch up to enemy heroes.

❃ Fleeing is much more difficult. Don't expect to teleport out of a bad situation like Lyra



This section explains what you should think as playingif you were in his own body.❃ All of's abilities require proper aim to maximize their effects.❃ Having a tough time aiming with other skillshot heroes likeisn't going to be any easier.❃ Thankfully, basic attacks don't require proper aim.❃ In my opinion,is weaker then most heroes during the early game.❃ There is a lot of pressure early on to land your A and B abilities, you are a dead man if you miss.is very strong during late game, as he is able to 2 vs 3 and even 1 vs 3 during teamfights.is one of the tankiest non-captain heroes in the game.❃ Don't expect to go 20-0 in every match you play.❃ Soak up that damage and work as a team to take down the enemy team during teamfights.is one of the slowest heroes in the game, only beating outand❃ You may need assistance from your team to catch up to enemy heroes.❃ Fleeing is much more difficult. Don't expect to teleport out of a bad situation likecan.

Pros and Cons Top

Reim



Pros [+]



Rock Solid Defense:



❃ As mentioned in the previous section, Reim

❃ He can generate Fortified Health with basic attacks and any of his abilities.

❃ As long as he can stick to his target, Reim



Late Game Fighter:



❃ Also mentioned in the previous section, Reim

❃ He can destroy any melee hero in a 1 v 1 fight and can take on 2 vs 3, 1 vs 3 teamfights.

❃ He can tank a load of damage from turrets and is one the few heroes that can solo the Kraken.



Immobilizer:



❃ Reim

❃ Slows, Stuns, Roots. SSR. Super Super Rare... OK, I'll shut up with the Card Game Gacha References...

❃ It's too bad Frostburn Reim



Others:



❃ Very fast Jungle clear time. Can usually solo Jungle without the help of the Captain.

❃ Atlas Pauldron Reim

❃ His abilities have shorter cooldowns then most Junglers, which is very good for any Crystal Power hero.



Cons [-]



Target Practice:



❃ Reim Crucible

❃ They will punish Reim

❃ Smart ranged hero players will target you first knowing this weakness, so be aware.



Slow as a Snail:



❃ Also mentioned in the previous section, Reim

❃ He has a very difficult time finishing off fleeing enemies and usually has to rely on the Captain or Carry.

❃ He has no innate escapes which gives him a tough time fleeing.



Early Game Survivor:



❃ Reim

❃ Although he only needs 2 offensive T3 items for most of the game, falling behind in gold is still bad.

❃ Better pray your Carry has map awareness if you are up against any early game heroes.



Others:



❃ Reim

❃ His abilities are somewhat predictable and can be dodged with some effort.

❃ Poisoned Shiv Aftershock



This section will explain the main Pros and Cons ofalong with a few other Pros and Cons worth mentioning.❃ As mentioned in the previous section,is super tanky for a Jungler.❃ He can generate Fortified Health with basic attacks and any of his abilities.❃ As long as he can stick to his target,is very hard to take down.❃ Also mentioned in the previous section,is a late game hero.❃ He can destroy any melee hero in a 1 v 1 fight and can take on 2 vs 3, 1 vs 3 teamfights.❃ He can tank a load of damage from turrets and is one the few heroes that can solo the Kraken.has THREE reliable ways to keep enemies immobile.❃ Slows, Stuns, Roots. SSR. Super Super Rare... OK, I'll shut up with the Card Game Gacha References...❃ It's too badis a redundant item for❃ Very fast Jungle clear time. Can usually solo Jungle without the help of the Captain.is ineffective on. Slowing his basic attacks won't really stop him.❃ His abilities have shorter cooldowns then most Junglers, which is very good for any Crystal Power hero.'s biggest weakness other thanis ranged heroes.❃ They will punishif you can't stick to them by kiting you for days.❃ Smart ranged hero players will target you first knowing this weakness, so be aware.❃ Also mentioned in the previous section,'s movement speed isn't exactly the best.❃ He has a very difficult time finishing off fleeing enemies and usually has to rely on the Captain or Carry.❃ He has no innate escapes which gives him a tough time fleeing.has to be very cautious during his early game to avoid making any fatal mistakes.❃ Although he only needs 2 offensive T3 items for most of the game, falling behind in gold is still bad.❃ Better pray your Carry has map awareness if you are up against any early game heroes.being a skillshot hero means missing abilities has higher consequences for you and your team.❃ His abilities are somewhat predictable and can be dodged with some effort.. I will explain why in a few sections down.

Reim (Combat) Top

Skillset Top

Reim



Heroic Perk: Frostguard



Reim 15-54 (+90% crystal power) bonus crystal damage over 2 seconds and grant 25% of the damage dealt with this effect as fortified health (reduced against non-heroes).



Reim 60% slow that decays over 0.6 seconds.

Simplified:



❃ This Heroic Perk boosts Reim



What is “Chill”?



❃ Chill is a status effect exclusive to Reim

❃ Whenever he damages an enemy hero, he applies the chill status to that hero.

❃ Once a hero is “chilled”, any follow up attacks by Reim



Ability A: Winter Spire



Reim 35% of the damage dealt with this ability is gained as fortified health. Damage dealt and fortified health gained is reduced against non-heroes.



This ability deals 25% increased damage to chilled targets.

Simplified:



❃ This ability is Reim

❃ Overdrive it ASAP for the extra damage, range, etc.

❃ Make sure you try and aim this correctly as it does increased damage to already chilled targets AND gives you fortified health.



Ability B: Chill Winds



Reim



This ability roots enemies who are chilled, temporarily preventing them from moving. A rooted enemy can still attack.

Simplified:



❃ This ability is one of Reim

❃ Combo this ability with Reim

❃ You must know when you have "chilled" an opponent, otherwise you can't "root" an enemy in place.



What is “Root”?



❃ Root is a status effect available to Reim Lance Flicker

❃ Whenever Reim

❃ Once a hero is “rooted”, that hero can't move for a short amount of time, but can still attack.



Ability C: Valkyrie



Reim stunned and take increased damage .

Simplified:



❃ This ability is Reim

❃ It is mainly used to disrupt certain heroes ultimates and to prevent enemies from running away.

❃ Aim it well, and it will award you with more damage and a valuable stun which can turn the tides of any battle.

❃ Try to use Valkyrie Broken Myth



What is “Stun”?



I'm not going to explain this because if you are a gamer that doesn't know what a stun is, then I feel really sorry for you. Not even joking.



This section will explain's skillset and what he has to offer as a hero in Vainglory.❃ This Heroic Perk boosts’s basic attacks by giving fortified health, bonus crystal damage, and a decaying slow.❃ Chill is a status effect exclusive to❃ Whenever he damages an enemy hero, he applies the chill status to that hero.❃ Once a hero is “chilled”, any follow up attacks byapplies a decaying slow to that hero.❃ This ability is's signature spam ability.❃ Overdrive it ASAP for the extra damage, range, etc.❃ Make sure you try and aim this correctly as it does increased damage to already chilled targets AND gives you fortified health.❃ This ability is one of's CC abilities that can cause the status effect of "root".❃ Combo this ability with's A or C abilities or his basic attacks for maximum effect.❃ You must know when you have "chilled" an opponent, otherwise you can't "root" an enemy in place.❃ Root is a status effect available toand❃ Whenever"chills" an enemy hero, he can apply the "root" status to that hero.❃ Once a hero is “rooted”, that hero can't move for a short amount of time, but can still attack.❃ This ability is's ultimate, which can be used for many purposes.❃ It is mainly used to disrupt certain heroes ultimates and to prevent enemies from running away.❃ Aim it well, and it will award you with more damage and a valuable stun which can turn the tides of any battle.❃ Try to usewhen yourstacks are full for maximum damage.I'm not going to explain this because if you are a gamer that doesn't know what a stun is, then I feel really sorry for you. Not even joking.

Items Top

Poisoned Shiv & Aftershock Top

Crucible Reim Poisoned Shiv Aftershock



Poisoned Shiv:



❃ An item that severely reduces healing.

❃ This item affects the life steal from Reim Eve of Harvest

❃ Reducing both of Reim

Aftershock:



❃ An item that has been around in Vainglory for a while now.

❃ This item can take 15% of Reim

❃ Despite being tanky, Reim

If you see an enemy Jungler or Carry with one of these items, prioritize killing that hero first.



If both enemy heroes have these items, choose the one who you think is doing more damage.



Aside fromwhich is usually built by the Captain, the two biggest items that allplayers need to watch out for areandIf you see an enemy Jungler or Carry with one of these items,If both enemy heroes have these items, choose the one who you think is doing more damage.

Fighting Tips Top

Recommended Combos Top

Reim



Some have been mentioned previously, but I might as well recap them while I'm at it.



You can feel free to come up with your own combos as you continue to play as Reim



Early Game Fights:



BASIC ATTACK -> ->





When Ganking (From The Bushes):



/ / -> BASIC ATTACK -> -> /





-> / / -> BASIC ATTACK -> ->





When Teamfighting:



/ / -> BASIC ATTACK -> -> ->





When Chasing:



/ / -> BASIC ATTACK -> -> /





When Escaping:



/ / -> (IF YOU HAVE IT)





When Escaping LIKE A BOSS OR TO SAVE A LIFE :



BASIC ATTACK / -> -> / /



This section has some combos that I recommend when usingSome have been mentioned previously, but I might as well recap them while I'm at it.You can feel free to come up with your own combos as you continue to play as

Synergy & Matchups Top





Without a good understanding of who to team up with and who you are going up against, winning will be quite difficult.



This section will cover the synergies with Reim



It will also cover matchups against Reim



Remember that these are MY OPINIONS . Others may think differently then I do.



Vainglory is a team based MOBA.Without a good understanding of who to team up with and who you are going up against, winning will be quite difficult.This section will cover the synergies withand my thoughts on why they do or do not.It will also cover matchups againstfor non-captain heroes including both Crystal and Weapon builds.Remember that these are. Others may think differently then I do.

Captain Synergy Top

Carry Synergy Top

Matchups: WEAPON Top

Matchups: CRYSTAL Top

Gameplay Top





I will also give tips on the new game modes: Battle Royale and Blitz.



I don't play these game modes that much, so my advice could be a bit shaky. Any help in the comments would be most appreciated.





This section will be some tips from me on how to play during each phase of a casual/ranked match and what items to buy.I will also give tips on the new game modes: Battle Royale and Blitz.I don't play these game modes that much, so my advice could be a bit shaky. Any help in the comments would be most appreciated.

Early Game Top

Crystal Bit Energy Battery



❃ Be wary when you arrive to the bottom, only take the shop treant if your carry isn't in lane and is ready to teamfight if needed.



❃ Teleport back to your home base after the 4 minute mark. There you should buy a Heavy Prism Void Battery Oakheart Light Shield Sprint Boots



❃ If the enemy team decides to invade your jungle... Ping your carry immediately to come down and assist.



❃ Focus on farming. Don't gank unless you are sure you can kill the enemy carry or if your own carry is in trouble.



❃ Do not invade the enemy jungle, unless you have won a jungle fight.



❃ Get an Eve of Harvest Crystal Bit Reflex Block Kinetic Shield Travel Boots



❃ Keep your Healing Flask



❃ Make use of the Crystal Sentry as soon as it spawns. Reim



❃ Buy yourandthen start at the last two miniona on the bottom side of your jungle.❃ Be wary when you arrive to the bottom, only take the shop treant if your carry isn't in lane and is ready to teamfight if needed.❃ Teleport back to your home base after the 4 minute mark. There you should buy aand a pair ofto help prepare for an enemy jungle invade.❃ If the enemy team decides to invade your jungle... Ping your carry immediately to come down and assist.❃ Focus on farming. Don't gank unless you are sure you can kill the enemy carry or if your own carry is in trouble.❃ Do not invade the enemy jungle, unless you have won a jungle fight.❃ Get an, a, a, aand a pair ofwhen you can.❃ Keep youruntil Mid Game starts.❃ Make use of the Crystal Sentry as soon as it spawns.can use the extra help if the enemy decides to invade.

Mid Game Top

Piercing Shard Heavy Prism



❃ Upgrade your Reflex Block Aegis



❃ Purchase a Void Battery Travel Boots Halcyon Chargers



❃ Sell your Healing Flask



❃ You should be decent in team fights now, since you have Valkyrie Reim



❃ You are the Jungler. Make sure your Crystal Sentry is safe and that your jungle has Scout Trap



❃ Also keep track of the Gold Mine. Plan to attack it when it is almost full or when you have killed 1, 2 or all 3 of the other team's heroes.



❃ If you played it safe and not get completely overrun by the enemy team, you should have bought aand another❃ Upgrade yourinto anto prepare for the enemy team's abilities and ultimates.❃ Purchase aand prepare to upgrade yourinto❃ Sell yourto prepare to buy Late Game items.❃ You should be decent in team fights now, since you havenow. Just don't overdo it. Make sure the fight is fair and not against you.isn't strong enough yet to take on a 2 vs 3 battle.❃ You are the Jungler. Make sure your Crystal Sentry is safe and that your jungle hass placed throughout your side of the jungle. Use this map to find some good placements for traps.❃ Also keep track of the Gold Mine. Plan to attack it when it is almost full or when you have killed 1, 2 or all 3 of the other team's heroes.

Late Game Top

Battle Royale [CURRENTLY UPDATING] Top

Blitz [CURRENTLY UPDATING] Top

Conclusion Top

Reim



I will make updates whenever possible or when a new version of the game comes out.



Feel free to add me on Vainglory if you play in the NA server.



Upvote this guide if you think it helped you and I appreciate any and all support.



Let me know if you have any questions about Reim



May the fold be with you.



Thank you for reading my guide aboutand I hope it helps in your future endeavors.I will make updates whenever possible or when a new version of the game comes out.Feel free to add me on Vainglory if you play in the NA server.Upvote this guide if you think it helped you and I appreciate any and all support.Let me know if you have any questions aboutin the discussion section and I will post answers to the ones I find most useful in the following FAQ section of this guide.May the fold be with you.

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