Smite 2: Izanami Build Guides - Closed Alpha 6

Izanami, the Queen of the Underworld, brings a dark, relentless force to the battleground in Smite 2. Known as the goddess of both life and death in Japanese mythology, Izanami embodies the power of balance and vengeance. Her skillset capitalizes on swift, lethal attacks and an ability to manipulate the battlefield with shadowy illusions, making her a formidable opponent. With her deadly ranged attacks and stealth abilities, Izanami is perfect for players who enjoy an aggressive, high-damage playstyle that keeps enemies on edge.

As Izanami gave birth to the god of Fire, his searing skin scorched her flesh. Fearful she would die, her husband, Izanagi, the man with whom she had created the world, held her close and wept. But it was too late. So grievous were the wounds, Izanami succumbed to death. To rescue her soul, Izanagi traveled to Yomi, the realm of darkness and death. Through the black maze he searched, until finally he came upon her, hidden amongst the shadows. He implored her to return with him. She could not, for she had already eaten the fruit that grew in Yomi. Izanagi insisted. He would not leave her in this place. He swore it. Izanami agreed to take her husband to see the Gods of Yomi, to implore them to free her. Meanwhile, remain in darkness, she cautioned him, for the realm of the dead was not meant for the living to see. Taken by foreboding, Izanagi lit a torch and laid eyes upon his wife. No longer the graceful, elegant beauty she once was, Izanami now appeared a rotting corpse, hollow and decayed, maggot ridden and foul. Frightened and disgusted, Izanagi broke his vow and fled. Through the bowels of Yomi he ran, pursued by the fiend that was once his wife. Escaping the cave entrance, Izanagi rolled a boulder in place to block it. Sealed within, betrayed and cursed, consumed with wrathful anger, Izanami swore, one thousand lives would she take each day. One thousand to pay for the broken promise he made. Since then, Izanami has kept her vow, each day reaching beyond the grave to pull souls to Yomi. But war has broken the boulder that once kept her sealed away, and Izanami has emerged, cold and lifeless, but burning with a vengeance against all that lives. One thousand souls will not be enough.

Izanami is an agile, high-damage assassin who thrives on risk and precision. Her Passive, Death Draws Nigh, amplifies her power as her health decreases, making her a fierce contender even when low on life. With Sickle Storm, she shreds through enemies and structures alike, while Spectral Projection allows her to control the battlefield with slowing power. Fade Away offers stealth and mobility to evade or reposition, and Dark Portal deals powerful burst and crowd control, making her perfect for players who love hit-and-run tactics and relentless pressure on opponents. If you seek a deadly, unpredictable fighter, Izanami is your champion.

1. Strengths:

• High Burst Damage: Izanami’s abilities, especially Sickle Storm and Dark Portal, deliver high damage output, allowing her to burst down enemies quickly.
• Effective Against Structures: Sickle Storm grants her extra damage to structures, making her an asset for pushing objectives.
• Stealth and Mobility: With Fade Away, Izanami can evade threats or reposition herself, making her hard to pin down.
• Scaling Power: Death Draws Nigh enhances her Physical Penetration and Intelligence as her health decreases, keeping her lethal even in critical situations.
• Crowd Control: Both Spectral Projection and Dark Portal slow enemies, with Dark Portal also silencing, giving her control over enemy movement.

2. Weaknesses:

• Low Survivability: Izanami is vulnerable due to her relatively low health, making her susceptible to burst damage and crowd control.
• Risky Playstyle: She gains strength as her health drops, encouraging aggressive plays that can be high-risk.
• Limited Sustain: Lacking natural healing or shields, she relies on positioning and stealth to avoid damage.
• Skill-Dependent: Izanami’s effectiveness hinges on hitting skill shots like Spectral Projection and Dark Portal, requiring precise aim and timing.
• Vulnerable Without Stealth: Once Fade Away is on cooldown, she is easier to target and control in team fights.

For Izanami’s ability leveling order in Smite 2, you’ll want to prioritize maximizing her damage output and crowd control potential early on, while also ensuring her mobility remains useful. Here’s a suggested order:

#Carry:

• Sickle Storm (Ability 1): 1-4-6-8-10
• Spectral Projection (Ability 2): 2-7-11-14-15
• Fade Away (Ability 3): 3-12-16-18-19
• Dark Portal (Ability 4): 5-9-13-17-20

Priority Order:

• Max Sickle Storm first for enhance her sustained DPS and structure damage.
• Max Spectral Projection next to additional poke damage and slowing.
• Max Fade Away third for as its utility remains strong at base levels.
• Dark Portal should be maxed last, the high burst damage, silence, and slow.

This order optimizes Izanami’s burst potential and utility in the early and mid-game, allowing her to secure kills and contribute to team fights effectively. Let me know if you need adjustments for specific playstyles!

Izanami offers a unique and thrilling experience for players who enjoy high-risk, high-reward gameplay. With her lethal mix of burst damage, crowd control, and stealth, she thrives in hit-and-run tactics and excels at ambushing unsuspecting foes. Her ability to dismantle both enemies and structures makes her a versatile threat on the battlefield. However, mastering Izanami requires precise timing and strategic positioning, as her low defenses leave little room for error. For players willing to embrace her challenges, Izanami can dominate the game and leave opponents in the shadows of her relentless wrath.