Ranked Solo Que Tips and Tricks

[quote=Abuzedgoat69]Hello everyone. New user to mobafire, but I really like the site so I decided to give the forums a shot. Anyways im looking for some help with my 5v5 solo que ranked games. I am currently at 1400 elo and I seem to be stuck at this hill I just cant seem to get over. As of now I a mainly playing ad raged carries. But I can play all rolls well. Ad carry is where I shine though. My overall goal is to someday get into the 1800 and up but I need some pointers for getting there. Im open to anything. Thanks in advance.[/quote]

[quote=Zell]Firstly, you mentioned that AD Carry is where you shine most which is great (everyone has their favorite role). Nevertheless, you most certainly shouldn't forget to abandon the other roles in the game. You'll ideally want to have and play at a reasonable level a few champions at each role (Solo top, Mid AP, AD Range Carry, Support & Jungler). Having this variety of choices makes it so that you don't become "vulnerable" in certain games and that your flexible for the greater good of your team. Some childish people may write the typical "I insert X role or else I troll and feed" if they don't get their way. You'll also want to have a full set of rune pages for said roles. Don't be afraid to become part of the fringe at times when you deem it necessary. If the enemy team has a Kassadin mid why bother putting an AP mid for him to counter and ride hard on during the laning phase? When you could put an AD range carry or some kind of bruiser. Possibly most importantly be prepared to "lead" at times. This involves making calls (for example pushing tower at X lane and baron) as well as putting timers for dragon etc. Giving your team direction will help towards the goal (winning of course) as long as its correctly done. ^^ Good luck.[/quote]

[quote=Zoki]If you see Russians that instantly demand to play only 1 champion, leave queue. Best tip for solo ranked.[/quote]

[quote=mastajdog]yes. those insta-lockers are only there because they know how to ks... i que dodge all the time because of that, and when i've done that once in a day, i get a loss the next time it happens because riot's que dodge timers are too long...[/quote]

[quote=DuffTime][quote=Zell] Nevertheless, you most certainly shouldn't forget to abandon the other roles in the game. [/quote] Yeap, I agree, make sure that you abandon all the other roles.[/quote]

[quote=Joobieo#41288]If AD is your thing, master last hitting and learn how to position yourself in teamfights and you should gain elo. Easier said than done though.[/quote]

[quote=Zeprido][quote=Joobieo] If AD is your thing, master last hitting and learn how to position yourself in teamfights and you should gain elo. Easier said than done though. [/quote] This, also map awareness is key, get used to glancing at the map often for champion positions.[/quote]

[quote=AcDcKr3wZ][quote=mastajdog] yes. those insta-lockers are only there because they know how to ks... i que dodge all the time because of that, and when i've done that once in a day, i get a loss the next time it happens because riot's que dodge timers are too long... [/quote] dodging the queue lowers your elo by 10 you know right?[/quote]

[quote=Lolzork]When playing ad, try to learn positioning if you didn't do that yet. And try to outplay the opposite laner after some minutes. If that is by sending them out of lane, zoning them or harassing them, its ok. Also read this: http://solomid.net/guides.php?g=9234 And just don't rage at teammates and use /ignore often ^^[/quote]