Ambessa - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
48.7%
Pick Rate
2.6%

AmbessaMatriarch of War

FFighterAssassin
Patch26.5
Matches469,660
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedMar 14, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

All who know the name Medarda respect and fear the family's leader, Ambessa. As a Noxian general, she embodies a deadly combination of ruthless strength and fearless resolve in battle. Her role as matriarch is no different, requiring great cunning to empower the Medardas while leaving no room for failure or compassion. Embracing the merciless ways of the Wolf, Ambessa will do whatever it takes to protect her family's legacy, even at the cost of her own children's love.

Patch 26.5 Ambessa Changes

Win Rate
Patch 26.448.56%
Patch 26.548.70%
+0.14%
Pick Rate
Patch 26.40.00%
Patch 26.50.00%
0.00%

Quick overview of Ambessa's optimal setup in League of Legends. Ambessa's top build includes Slightly Magical Footwear, Profane Hydra, Axiom Arc, using Conqueror, Triumph, Legend: Haste for maximum effectiveness. Ambessa performs well against DrMundo, Singed, LeeSin but struggles against MonkeyKing, Hecarim, MasterYi.

Ambessa's base statistics in League of Legends. Ambessa has 630 base health, 63 attack damage, 35 armor, and 32 magic resist. Understanding Ambessa's stats is crucial for maximizing Ambessa's effectiveness in lane and team fights. Compare Ambessa's stats against other champions to see how Ambessa ranks.

  • Ambessa ability power AP:0
  • Ambessa attack damage AD:63(0 per level)
  • Ambessa attack speed AS:0(2.5 per level)
  • Ambessa critical strike chance Crit %:0%
  • Ambessa mana Mana:200(0 per level)
  • Ambessa mana regen Mana Regen:50(0 per level)
  • Ambessa health Health:630(110 per level)
  • Ambessa health regen Health Regen:8(0.75 per level)
  • Ambessa armor Armor:35(4.9 per level)
  • Ambessa magic resistance MR:32(2.05 per level)
  • Ambessa movement speed Speed:335
  • Ambessa attack range Attack Range:125(125 per level)
Compare Against Other Champions

Ambessa Early vs Late Game Performance's win rate varies throughout the game based on match duration. Ambessa Early vs Late Game Performance peaks at 55.33% win rate in 40 minute games, while performing lowest at 45.55% in 25 minute games. Understanding Ambessa Early vs Late Game Performance's power spikes across game duration helps optimize your playstyle and decision-making.

Ambessa ranks in the 13.4 percentile for early game strength, 58.7 percentile for late game scaling, 59.1 percentile for objective control, 52.0 percentile for support strength, 45.9 percentile for creep farming, and 57.6 percentile for damage output.

Champions similar to Ambessa include Aatrox, Akali, Kled. These champions share similar playstyles, ability kits, or strategic roles as Ambessa in League of Legends. If you enjoy playing Ambessa, consider trying these champions to expand your champion pool while maintaining a familiar playstyle.

Ambessa demonstrates unique performance characteristics, with win rates showing a 4.6% decrease from Iron to Diamond tiers. This pattern suggests that Ambessa may be more accessible for newer players while facing increased difficulty against higher-skilled opponents. In Iron tier, Ambessa achieves a 51.5% win rate, which gradually declines to 47.0% in Diamond. This trend often indicates that Ambessa's strengths can be more effectively countered by experienced players who understand the champion's weaknesses and trading patterns. The declining performance (Iron (51.5%), Bronze (49.5%), Silver (51.5%), Gold (49.7%), Platinum (47.3%)) suggests that while Ambessa can be effective in lower ranks where opponents may not exploit vulnerabilities, higher-tier players are better equipped to neutralize Ambessa's advantages. However, this doesn't mean Ambessa is unviable at higher ranks - rather, it requires more sophisticated strategies, better macro play, and careful matchup selection. Players at higher elos should focus on understanding when to pick Ambessa, how to play around counters, and maximizing value in favorable matchups. Success with Ambessa at higher levels demands strong game sense, positioning, and the ability to adapt playstyle based on team compositions and enemy picks.

When to Pick Ambessa

Ambessa is a F tier champion with a 48.7% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.5. Similar champions include Aatrox, Akali, Kled. Ambessa struggles against Wukong and Hecarim.

Strengths

  • Rewarding champion when mastered properly
  • Strong matchups against Dr. Mundo and Singed
  • Optimal rune setup achieves 70.6% win rate
  • Consistent performance throughout all game phases

Weaknesses

  • Struggles against Wukong (30.4% enemy WR)
  • Requires safe laning to reach power spikes
  • Below average win rate suggests high skill floor
  • Can be punished by coordinated team play

Strategic Tips

1
Optimal Matchups

Pick Ambessa into favorable matchups like Dr. Mundo where you can dominate lane and snowball your lead.

2
Rune Selection

Use the optimal Precision + Resolve rune setup for a 70.6% win rate.

3
Power Spikes

Learn your champion's key item and level power spikes to maximize fight potential.

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Ambessa Overview - Frequently Asked Questions

What tier is Ambessa in League of Legends?

Ambessa is currently F tier in League of Legends patch 26.5. Ambessa ranks among the top champions in the current meta.

What is Ambessa's win rate?

Ambessa has a 48.7% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.5. This win rate is calculated across all ranks and reflects Ambessa's overall performance in ranked games.

Which champions are similar to Ambessa?

Champions similar to Ambessa include Aatrox, Akali, and Kled. These champions share similar playstyles, abilities, or roles as Ambessa in League of Legends.

How does Ambessa perform during different match durations?

Ambessa's performance varies throughout the game. Early game strength, mid game power spikes, and late game scaling all contribute to Ambessa's overall effectiveness. Check the match duration win rate chart to see Ambessa's performance at different game lengths.