Infinite Q Master Yi Guide: 7 Ways to Achieve the Loop After Mystic Punch Rework
After the Mystic Punch rework, Master Yi's infinite Q loop can be achieved in 7 different ways. This guide mathematically derives the infinite Q threshold (ability haste ≥130) and breaks down every build path and augment combination, from pure item builds to various haste augments.
Infinite Q Master Yi: 7 Ways After the Mystic Punch Rework
In the current version of ARAM Mayhem, 
MasterYi has become one of the most destructive assassins on the battlefield with his infinite Q playstyle. With the Prismatic augment 
Mystic Punch (Mystic Punch) receiving a major rework — reducing all ability cooldowns by 1.25 seconds on hit — the threshold for achieving Master Yi's infinite Q loop has dropped dramatically. In the past you needed specific haste augments; now, with the right item build and ability haste of 130 or more, infinite Q is 100% achievable. This guide systematically covers 7 different paths to infinite Q, from pure item builds to various haste augment combinations — there's a method for everyone.
Mystic Punch Rework and the Infinite Q Math
Mystic Punch is the core augment for triggering infinite Q: each basic attack that hits an enemy reduces all ability cooldowns by 1.25 seconds. Master Yi's Q ability "Alpha Strike" attacks the target 5 times per cast, plus 1 basic attack upon landing, triggering Mystic Punch 6 times total — reducing cooldowns by 7.5 seconds per Q cast. Master Yi's level-18 Q has a base cooldown of 18 seconds. Working backwards: when ability haste reaches 130 or more, Q's actual cooldown drops below 7.5 seconds, enabling the infinite Q loop.
| Mechanic | Value |
|---|---|
| Q attacks per cast | 5 |
| Basic attack upon landing | 1 |
| Mystic Punch procs per Q cast | 6 |
| Cooldown reduction per proc | 1.25s |
| Total CDR per Q cast | 7.5s |
| Master Yi max-rank Q base cooldown | 18s |
| Ability haste threshold for infinite Q | ≥130 |
7 Ways to Achieve Infinite Q — Detailed Breakdown
Method 1: Pure Item Build (No Haste Augments Needed)
This is the most reliable infinite Q method, requiring no additional augment support. The following six items provide 75 ability haste directly, and combined with Navori Flickerblade's special passive (crits reduce base ability cooldowns), easily surpasses the 130 haste threshold. Ideal for Master Yi beginners — augment choices are completely free.
| Item | Notes |
|---|---|
| Hubris | Provides partial ability haste |
| Essence Reaver | Provides ability haste + mana restoration |
| Black Cleaver | Provides partial ability haste |
| Spear of Shojin | Provides 25 base ability haste + stacking ability damage |
| Death's Dance | Provides partial ability haste |
| Navori Flickerblade | 6 items total 75 haste + AD reduces base ability cooldowns |
Methods 2–4: Combine with a Haste Augment (Choose One of Three)
If you draw a haste augment during the game, choose one of the following three. Recommended item build: Hubris, Essence Reaver, The Collector, Blade of the Ruined King, Death's Dance, Navori Flickerblade — four items provide around 80 ability haste, easily hitting the threshold combined with the augment.
| Method | Augment | Rarity | Haste Bonus | Best Scenario |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Method 2 |  Recursion | Gold | +60 haste | Flat bonus, simplest and most stable |
| Method 3 | Weighted Popoffs | Silver | ~+30 haste (stacking) | Requires stacking via hits, lowest rarity threshold |
| Method 4 |  Bread And Butter | Gold | +100 haste (Q-specific) | Most efficient Q-specific, highly recommended |
Methods 5–7: Prismatic Haste Augments
If you're lucky enough to draw the following Prismatic or Silver haste/cooldown augments, you can also achieve infinite Q — just follow the recommended build from Methods 2–4.
| Method | Augment | Rarity | Mechanism |
|---|---|---|---|
| Method 5 |  Dashing | Prismatic | Provides 175 ability haste for dash/leap/blink abilities; Master Yi's Q ability "Alpha Strike" is a dash type and receives the large haste bonus |
| Method 6 |  Infinite Recursion | Prismatic | Starts at 60 ability haste, gains additional haste stacks per kill assist, strong late-game burst |
| Method 7 |  Purist - Caster | Silver | Converts attack speed into ability haste; combined with Blade of the Ruined King activated by the ultimate, provides around 90 haste plus inherent cooldown reduction |
Summary and Recommendations
The Mystic Punch rework transformed Master Yi's infinite Q from a "luck game" to a "build certainty." Among the 7 methods, Method 1 (pure item build) is the most stable and universal choice requiring no augment support; Method 4 (Bread And Butter) is the optimal solution when you have an augment. With the correct build, infinite Q is virtually 100% achievable for the new Master Yi. Lock him in at champion select and take full advantage of this patch's power spike.