Kled's core mechanic is remounting Skaarl (e.g., W cooldown reduction), but he becomes extremely vulnerable upon dismounting. Exercise caution when engaging or disengaging; the dismount penalty is severe, so carefully assess survival and remount opportunities even after an ultimate initiation.
While his laning phase is often considered less dominant than before, 'Grasp Kled' remains a strong option. Due to the lack of Q grievous wounds, his sustain is weaker, so consider builds that prioritize sustained fights and remount opportunities.
In teamfights, Kled initiates with his ultimate, but becomes very vulnerable if he can't remount. He is more effective against teams with low burst; coordinating with allies and maintaining proper positioning is crucial to avoid being instantly shut down.