PassiveDeath DefiedUpon dying, Karthus enters a spirit form allowing him to continue casting spells while dead for a short time.
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PassiveDeath Defied 
QLay Waste
WWall of Pain
EDefile
RRequiem
Classic champion edition
Karthus
ClassicThe Deathsinger · Mage
Champion abilities
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PassiveDeath DefiedQLay WasteKarthus unleashes a delayed blast at a location, dealing damage to nearby enemies.
WWall of PainKarthus creates a passable screen of leeching energy. Any enemy units that walk through the screen have their Movement Speed and Magic Resist reduced for a period.
EDefileKarthus passively steals energy from his victims, gaining Mana on each kill. Alternatively, Karthus can surround himself in the souls of his prey, dealing damage to nearby enemies, but quickly draining his own mana.
RRequiemAfter channeling, Karthus damages all enemy champions.