MaetriArch's Guide to Anub'arak

Introduction

DISCLAIMER:Firstly, I am not a league player, and this way of playing has proven effective only in pubs (because of course, you can't pick NA in a clan war..). Secondly, English is not my native language, and I sincerely apologize for any spelling, grammar, contex mistakes that may occur throught this guide. Thirdly: This Guide will be Micro-Intensive, be prepared to see 200 - 250 apm/game. Happy Reading

What do we have here..

The Nerubian Assassin has a fairly balanced stats growth for an agility hero (average agi growth and high-than-average int growth); that and seeing that Anub'arak has no carrying skills with him, made the Nerubian Assassin unsuitable for dps-carrying. Even thought it is quite obvious for some, I'm sure you guys have seen BF Butterfly NA before and tbh it pissed me off. Another important aspect that we needed to see is the long duration of Casting Animation Backswing, make sure to cancel it every time you use Impale, Mana Burn, or Urna Swarm.

Another point to be considered is Nerubian Assassin's low starting HP, and melee range making him quite fragile early - mid game. His starting damage is not something to be proud of either, hampering his ability to take the solo lane. His only saving grace in mid-lane is his ability to rune-whore with Urna Swarm. Still, all points considered, soloing using NA is not recommended (it can hardly be done without any roaming support/s to keep the opponent down).

In Depth Explanation, Skill Builds, and Justification