Updated on July 26, 4 p.m. (GMT+8): Adjusted best build and emblem based on MLBB patch 1.8.92.
Julian is one of the most unique and rewarding mage heroes in Mobile Legends: Bang Bang.
The fourth hero in the Forsaken Light series, the Scarlet Raven is the hardest hero to master due to his unique skill set.
He has no ultimate ability, and you can level up his third skill right from the very start.
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Each skill also has an enhanced version that can be used after activating any two skills. In addition, he has a lot of skill combos, each with its advantage during a team fight.
To master Julian, you’ll need quick thinking and a lot of practice.
The good news is that we’re here to make the learning process a little easier, with recommended emblems, battle spells, and best builds for the hero in this beginner’s guide.
Julian’s skills in Mobile Legends: Bang Bang
Passive – Smith’s Legacy
After casting two different skills, Julian enhances his third skill. He can also upgrade each of his skills to level five.
- Casting an enhanced skill will put all his skills on cooldown.
- All his Basic Attacks will be enhanced for a duration after casting an enhanced skill. Every Basic Attack during this time will also pull the enemy closer to him.
- Julian also gains extra magic Lifesteal for a duration each time he hits an enemy hero with his skills. It stacks up, so activating your skills frequently in the laning phase is adviseable.
Skill 1 – Scythe
Julian hurls a flying scythe in a target direction, dealing damage to enemies along the way and slowing them.
Enhanced effect: It works similarly, but inflicts a more punishing slow effect. Upon hitting a non-minion enemy, the scythes do not disappear and will continue to fly at a slower speed, dealing continuous damage to nearby enemies.
- This is Julian’s bread-and-butter damage skill. Max this first as it has the largest damage output compared to Chain and Sword.
- Finishing combos with Enhanced Scythe should be your goal every time you’re going for the kill.
- This is also a better skill for pursuing enemy heroes than Sword and Scythe, as it travels fast and will give the enemy less time to react. The slow on Enhanced Scythe is all you need to set up your other skills.
- It’s crucial that you hit enemies with the Chain stun before going for Enhanced Scythe, as it’s easy to avoid the latter once it stops in the targeted destination.
Skill 2 – Sword
Julian summons a flying sword and dashes in a target direction, dealing damage to enemies along the way.
Enhanced effect: Summons a large number of flying swords and dashes in the target direction, dealing damage to enemies along the way. Julian will also briefly disappear and become invincible. After a short delay, he’ll reappear at the farthest end of his dash.
- Julian can dash through walls with both Sword and Enhanced Sword.
- Enhanced Sword can be a lifesaver in sticky situations where multiple enemies are ganking you. It acts as a simpler, and much shorter, version of Benedetta‘s Alecto: Final Blow where you’re invincible for a short time during the dash.
- Enemies caught in the middle of Enhanced Sword will also take damage.
Skill 3 – Chain
Julian casts a chain at a target location, dealing damage to enemies hit after a short delay and immobilizing them.
Enhanced effect: The chain deals continuous damage to enemies in the area and slows them. Enemies that are still in the area at the end of the skill duration will take more damage and be knocked airborne.
- Chain immobilizes the enemy, so they won’t be able to move or use blink spells. Enhanced Chain knocks enemies airborne, which means they are also unable to move, attack, and use any skills.
- Both skills are great for initiating team fights and opening up enemy targets to attack by your allies.
- Chain is also a great escape tool if you time it wisely. If you’re planning to use it with Sword, you can cast Chain to prevent enemies from catching up to you after you dash.
A comprehensive guide on how to play Julian in Mobile Legends
Recommended battle spell
Julian’s skills work great in the jungle, and Retribution helps him farm faster and secure important objectives like the Turtle and Lord.
With Retribution, you can clear jungle camps quickly, level up faster, and be more active on the map.
The advanced version of Retribution, particularly the Ice Retribution, allows you to steal movement speed from your target depending on your level for several seconds, making you agile while slowing them down.
Recommended emblem
Opt for the mage emblem to boost Julian’s Magic Power, Cooldown Reduction, and Magic Penetration, as all his abilities scale with magic power.
In terms of talents, prioritize Rupture a boost in Adaptive Penetration, Seasoned Hunter for increased jungling speed, and Lethal Ignition for bonus damage on multi-hits.
This talent combination enhances his early-game capabilities, with Lethal Ignition synergizing effectively with his skill set.
Julian best build
As a mage hero, focus on magic items for Julian.
Start with purchasing Genius Wand as it works well with the hero’s continuous magic damage. Then, add Feather of Heaven for Magic Power, Attack Speed, and Lifesteal.
As you transition into the mid-game, buy Divine Glaive to boost your Magic Penetration and kill potential.
After securing these core items, adapt your item build based on in-game dynamics.
If you did not snowball early, consider purchasing defensive items like the Winter Crown to increase your survivability.
However, if you find yourself ahead, build more magic damage items such as Holy Crystal or Blood Wings to improve your kill threat.
The best build for Julian in Mobile Legends
- Arcane Boots (with Ice Retribution if you are a jungler)
- Genius Wand
- Feather of Heaven
- Divine Glaive
- Holy Crystal
- Winter Crown
Tips and easy combos to learn
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Once you reach level three, you can repeatedly use Sword, Chain, and Enhanced Scythe to deal a lot of damage during the laning phase. This combo is also great for getting kills in the mid to late game.
If you are outnumbered, using Chain, Scythe, and Enhanced Sword will help you dodge skills and move closer to or away from enemies without getting hit.
During team fights, use Scythe, then Sword, and finally Enhanced Chain to knock up several enemies. After each enhanced skill, follow up with Basic Attacks to do the most damage. Use your skills again as soon as they are ready.
It’s also important to mention that Julian’s passive gives him a big boost in lifesteal. This means fighting with low health might be better than trying to run away, unless you’re heavily outnumbered or very far behind in the game.
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