The Role of Shen and LeBlanc
With the loss of a Hacker unit named Zed, the old Laser Corps playstyle has proven to be less effective in Teamfight Tactics season 8.5. Instead, many top players are opting to add the duo of Shen and LeBlanc to refresh this lineup. They will activate the Hacker system and help Warwick reach the opponent’s backline more easily.
Not stopping there, the removal of Sejuani has also thinned out the front line of the Laser Corps. In this case, Shen is the perfect choice to add durability, allowing the damage dealers in the lineup to shine. Not to mention, LeBlanc also activates the 2 A.D.M.I.N threshold and brings powerful stats to the team.
Building the “New” Laser Corps Team
In the early game, players still start with the familiar trio of Yasuo, Renekton, and Ashe. By level 4, Blitzcrank or Lee Sin will be suitable choices to activate the 2 Brawler threshold. You can also check the effects of 2 A.D.M.I.N right from this stage with Camille (if available).
By the mid-game, Shen and LeBlanc will be essential additions to the lineup. Players can position Yasuo in the Hacker slot to deal damage to the opponent’s backline. If lucky, Twisted Fate can also be a strong choice at level 7 to add ranged damage.
Entering the late game, players need to find and upgrade Warwick to 2 stars as soon as possible. If possible, Mordekaiser will be a good choice to activate the 5 Laser Corps threshold. In the case of reaching level 9, players can add Ultimate Ezreal or Sivir to activate the 3 Supremacy threshold.
Regarding the Tech Core, this lineup greatly benefits from upgrading the Laser Corps Heart to reach 6 champions. Additionally, Warwick’s or Twisted Fate’s Hero Cores are also suitable for this lineup. For item choices, Warwick needs the Spellthief’s Cloak and Giant’s Power to deal effective damage. Magic items should be allocated to Mordekaiser.
Conclusion
The duo of Shen and LeBlanc in season 8.5 has solved quite a few issues that the Laser Corps faced. If players choose this lineup to climb ranks, they should not overlook these two extremely strong champions.