Azirthe Emperor of the Sands (Mid)
Azir was a mortal emperor of Shurima in a far distant age, a proud man who stood at the cusp of immortality. His hubris saw him betrayed and murdered at the moment of his greatest triumph, but now, millennia later, he has been reborn as an Ascended being of immense power. With his buried city risen from the sand, Azir seeks to restore Shurima to its former glory.
Patch 26.19 Azir Changes
Quick overview of Azir's optimal setup in League of Legends. Azir's top build includes Chainlaced Crushers, Shadowflame, Zhonya's Hourglass, using Lethal Tempo, Presence of Mind, Legend: Alacrity for maximum effectiveness. Azir performs well against Vex, Diana, Anivia but struggles against Katarina, Locke, Akali.
Azir's base statistics in League of Legends. Azir has 575 base health, 56 attack damage, 25 armor, and 30 magic resist. Understanding Azir's stats is crucial for maximizing Azir's effectiveness in lane and team fights. Compare Azir's stats against other champions to see how Azir ranks.
AP:0+0/lvl
AD:56+0/lvl
AS:0+5/lvl
Crit %:0%+0%/lvl
Mana:320+40/lvl
Mana Regen:8+0.8/lvl
Health:575+108/lvl
Health Regen:7+0.75/lvl
Armor:25+5/lvl
MR:30+1.3/lvl
Speed:330
Attack Range:525
Azir ranks in the 50.0 percentile for early game strength, 42.6 percentile for late game scaling, 72.2 percentile for objective control, 28.7 percentile for support strength, 87.0 percentile for creep farming, and 55.6 percentile for damage output.
Azir exhibits a notable skill ceiling, with win rates increasing as player skill level rises across ranked tiers. Analysis of Azir's performance shows a 13.6% win rate difference between Iron and Master tiers, indicating that Azir rewards mechanical mastery and game knowledge. In lower tiers like Iron (50.0% win rate), players may struggle to execute Azir's full potential due to the champion's technical demands. However, as players climb to higher tiers such as Master (63.6% win rate), Azir's win rate improves significantly. This upward trend across ranks demonstrates that Azir has a high skill ceiling and benefits greatly from experienced players who understand optimal ability usage, trading patterns, and macro decision-making. Players looking to master Azir should focus on mechanical practice, studying high-level gameplay, and understanding matchup-specific strategies. The data across tiers (Iron (50.0%), Bronze (40.7%), Silver (53.2%), Gold (54.1%), Platinum (41.1%)) clearly shows that investing time to learn Azir's intricacies pays dividends at higher levels of play, making Azir an excellent choice for dedicated players seeking a rewarding champion to master.
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Azir Early vs Late Game Performance's win rate varies throughout the game based on match duration. Azir Early vs Late Game Performance peaks at 57.78% win rate in 15 minute games, while performing lowest at 42.86% in 20 minute games. Understanding Azir Early vs Late Game Performance's power spikes across game duration helps optimize your playstyle and decision-making.
When to Pick Azir
Strengths
- Rewarding champion when mastered properly
- Strong matchups against Vex and Diana
- Optimal rune setup achieves 54.4% win rate
- Strong early game presence for snowballing leads
Weaknesses
- Struggles against Katarina (21.4% enemy WR)
- Falls off in extended games if lead isn't secured
- Below average win rate suggests high skill floor
- Can be punished by coordinated team play
Strategic Tips
Optimal Matchups
Pick Azir into favorable matchups like Vex where you can dominate lane and snowball your lead.
Rune Selection
Use the optimal Precision + Sorcery rune setup for a 54.4% win rate.
Power Spikes
Azir spikes early - look for aggressive plays and objectives in the first 20 minutes.
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Azir Overview - Frequently Asked Questions
What tier is Azir in League of Legends?
Azir is currently C tier in League of Legends patch 26.19. Azir ranks among the top champions in the current meta.
What is Azir's win rate?
Azir has a 49.28% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.19. This win rate is calculated across all ranks and reflects Azir's overall performance in ranked games.
Which champions are similar to Azir?
Champions similar to Azir include Yuumi, Sona, and Zeri. These champions share similar playstyles, abilities, or roles as Azir in League of Legends.
How does Azir perform during different match durations?
Azir's performance varies throughout the game. Early game strength, mid game power spikes, and late game scaling all contribute to Azir's overall effectiveness. Check the match duration win rate chart to see Azir's performance at different game lengths.