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The problem with new champs is that they cost you something, specifically one of Riot's point types. While the early adopters will always be around, the savvy shopper will get as much feedback as he or she is capable before deciding on a purchase. We're here to help you with that.

Below we've compiled the reviews and impressions on Draven from the top names in the community, be they professional, journalist or somewhere in between. Read and watch to your heart's content, and let these pros and fans help you make your decision.

• Curse Gaming's Cop: "Draven is used as sustainable physical damage and should be focusing on doing as much damage as possible in teamfights. I wouldn't pick Draven if you're against a lot of assassins because he doesn't have an escape, making him an easy target."
• ggChronicle's Obscurica: "Draven is a thrill to play. The emphasis on axe-juggling makes even the simple act of farming a game more than obligation – the zig-zag route Spinning Axe causes Draven to take is inherently a lot more interesting than the straightforward rush at the target. His kit actively rewards you with massive power boosts for being as much of a showboat as possible – something only further emphasized by the fact that even his recall animation has him smarmily posing, and his death causes him to laugh one final time."
• ColbyCheeze: "It took me awhile to get used to throwing his Q and still using his W during fights. He has the same range as Sivir -- 550 -- so it's a little bit lower than a lot of the other attack carries; you have that danger of being in the wrong position. He has more damage potential than someone like Ashe, but you have to be careful about your own positioning."
• Team Dignitas' Spell: "My personal opinion is that he is extremely hard to master but extremely fun. Ricochet mechanic is quite tricky since at first it feels completely random. I didn’t play long enough to know it 100%, but it as well feels like there is some script behind it so you should be able by perfect positioning be able to master this ability to full potential."
• ggChronicle's Optimus Tom: "Early on, you can be aggressive (though you'll pay for it if you're too aggressive). Aggression is really, really good on Draven; you can constantly chase by catching axes and activating Blood Rush. Passive farming looks like it could be effective, but you need a very good balance of farming and catching axes and harassing your opponent with them. Wicked Blades applies when throwing Spinning Blades, so you can do easy damage-over-time harassment."