Ambessa - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
43.3%
Pick Rate
1.9%

AmbessaMatriarch of War

FFighterAssassin
Patch26.11
Matches90,657
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedMay 30, 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.

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Patch 26.11 Ambessa Changes

Win Rate
Patch 26.1047.75%
Patch 26.1143.31%
-4.44%
Pick Rate
Patch 26.100.00%
Patch 26.110.00%
0.00%

Quick overview of Ambessa's optimal setup in League of Legends. Ambessa's top build includes Mercury's Treads, Eclipse, Death's Dance, using Grasp of the Undying, Shield Bash, Second Wind for maximum effectiveness. Ambessa performs well against Nocturne, Jax, DrMundo but struggles against Gragas, Shaco, Graves.

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 powerAP:0+0/lvl
  • Ambessa attack damageAD:63+0/lvl
  • Ambessa attack speedAS:0+2.5/lvl
  • Ambessa critical strike chanceCrit %:0%+0%/lvl
  • Ambessa manaMana:200+0/lvl
  • Ambessa mana regenMana Regen:50+0/lvl
  • Ambessa healthHealth:630+110/lvl
  • Ambessa health regenHealth Regen:8+0.75/lvl
  • Ambessa armorArmor:35+4.9/lvl
  • Ambessa magic resistanceMR:32+2.05/lvl
  • Ambessa movement speedSpeed:335
  • Ambessa attack rangeAttack Range:125
Compare Against Other Champions

Ambessa ranks in the 1.2 percentile for early game strength, 16.9 percentile for late game scaling, 55.8 percentile for objective control, 51.7 percentile for support strength, 45.4 percentile for creep farming, and 52.9 percentile for damage output.

Ambessa demonstrates unique performance characteristics, with win rates showing a 2.6% decrease from Bronze to Diamond tiers. This pattern suggests that Ambessa may be more accessible for newer players while facing increased difficulty against higher-skilled opponents. In Bronze tier, Ambessa achieves a 61.9% win rate, which gradually declines to 59.3% 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 (Bronze (61.9%), Silver (26.9%), Gold (37.2%), Platinum (35.5%), Emerald (44.0%)) 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.

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 62.50% win rate in 45 minute games, while performing lowest at 38.46% in 20 minute games. Understanding Ambessa Early vs Late Game Performance's power spikes across game duration helps optimize your playstyle and decision-making.

Champions similar to Ambessa include Aatrox, Ambessa, Elise. 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.

When to Pick Ambessa

Ambessa is a F tier champion with a 43.31% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.11. Similar champions include Aatrox, Ambessa, Elise. Ambessa struggles against Gragas and Shaco.

Strengths

  • Rewarding champion when mastered properly
  • Strong matchups against Nocturne and Jax
  • Optimal rune setup achieves 61.1% win rate
  • Scales well into late game teamfights

Weaknesses

  • Struggles against Gragas (0.0% 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 Nocturne where you can dominate lane and snowball your lead.

2

Rune Selection

Use the optimal Resolve + Inspiration rune setup for a 61.1% win rate.

3

Power Spikes

Ambessa scales into late game - focus on farming safely and teamfighting after 25 minutes.

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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 26.11. Ambessa ranks among the top champions in the current meta.

What is Ambessa's win rate?

Ambessa has a 43.31% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.11. 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, Ambessa, and Elise. 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.