Malphite Wild Rift Tips — Expert Guide, Combos & Game Plan (Patch 7.2d)

Malphite Wild Rift Expert Guide

§ 07b — Advanced MechanicsMalphite: combos & tips Wild Rift

Main engage combo

5 AA

R to knock up the group, E immediately for the AoE and attack speed reduction, Q to slow, W for damage.

Burst combo

Poke with Q and W, then a surprise R, followed by E on landing.

Solo tank combo

4 AA

Activate W for the armour and magic resistance, E for the AoE, Q to slow, then auto-attack.

Flash + R combo

Flash

Flash into the group and use R simultaneously for a zero-range engage; they won’t have time to react.

Mechanical Tips

Unstoppable Force (R): unstoppable (cannot be interrupted by CC). The longer it charges, the more time you have to react — use it from maximum range against tightly packed groups. Target the enemy ADC if possible.
Ground Slam (E): AoE in front of Malphite that reduces the attack speed of enemies hit. Use immediately after R so that knocked-up enemies land within the E’s area of effect.
Thunderclap (W): Next auto-attack is enhanced + bonus armour. Activate before engaging for the initial burst.
Seismic Shard (Q): Steals enemy movement speed. Use to catch up, escape or poke.
Granite Shield (passive): A shield that regenerates out of combat. Very effective in lane for absorbing poke.

Common Mistakes

Using R on a single, isolated target — R is more effective against 3 or more targets.
Not using E immediately after R — enemies knocked up will come back down and may escape.
Using W too late in the fight — W must be activated before engaging.

Notable Interactions

R + Flash at the same time = instant engage with no warning.
R is unstoppable — can pass through enemy CC (Blitzcrank’s Q, etc.).
AP Malphite (with AP items) deals massive damage with R — a viable hybrid build.

FAQ

How should I play Malphite in Wild Rift?

Malphite is generally played as Top. The first objective is to short trades, defensive wave management. Its biggest edge comes from unstoppable, reliable 5v5 engagement.

When is Malphite strongest?

Malphite takes over in mid game: first herald/dragon groupings, flash-r angles.

How do I punish Malphite?

Malphite can be punished when predictable if vision is controlled by the enemy. A practical answer listed here is: Buy Bramble Vest vs Care and Steelcaps vs AD early.

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