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Arcane Boots
Boots · 1,500gold
One press refills mana for everyone nearby — you are buying the team's cast rate.
How to actually use it
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One press, whole team refills
WhyIt is an area effect. Press it before a fight and five mana pools go up.
HowDo not wait until you are empty — press early so the cooldown is back for the next wave.
- 2
It upgrades later
WhyIt is not a dead end; it grows into Guardian Greaves.
HowEspecially worth it on a support.
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It is a team item, not personal sustain
WhyYour own regen from it is worse than a Kaya.
HowBuy it because the team casts a lot.
When it is the right call
✓Yes, if…
- Your team fights with spells and runs dry.
- You are a support who has to fuel a core.
- You plan to upgrade it later.
✕No, if…
- Only your own mana matters — buy Kaya or a Wand.
- Your team does not win through spells.
- Two teammates already have one.
Timing
Usually 8–14 minutes, supports first.
Base data
- Mana#29 of 30 items granting mana+125
Boots of Speed+
Ring of Basilius+
Wizard Hat→Arcane Boots