
Bard Build
The patch 25.23 Bard top build uses Forever Forward, Dead Man's Plate, Locket of the Iron Solari, Redemption, Wit's End, Vigilant Wardstone, Oracle Lens. This Bard build has a 15.26% pick rate and a 50.85% win rate in LoL patch 25.23. Alternatively, check out some of the other ranked Bard build choices below.


Traveler's Call
Meeps: Bard attracts lesser spirits that assist with his basic attacks to deal extra magic damage. When Bard has collected enough Chimes, his meeps will also deal damage in an area and slow enemies hit.
Chimes: Ancient chimes randomly appear for Bard to collect. These grant experience, restore mana, and provide out of combat Move Speed.

Cosmic Binding
Bard fires a missile which will slow the first enemy struck, and continue onward. If it strikes a wall, it will stun the initial target; if it strikes another enemy, it will stun them both.
Cost:- 60
Cooldown:- 11/
- 10/
- 9/
- 8/
- 7
Range:- 25000


Caretaker's Shrine
Reveals a Health shrine which powers up over a short time, disappearing after healing and speeding up the first ally that touches it.
Cost:- 70
Cooldown:- 0
Range:- 800


Magical Journey
Bard opens a portal in nearby terrain. Allies and enemies alike can take a one-way trip through that terrain by moving into the portal.
Cost:- 30
Cooldown:- 22/
- 21/
- 19/
- 18/
- 16
Range:- 900


Tempered Fate
Bard sends spirit energy arcing to a location, putting all champions, minions, monsters, and turrets hit into stasis for a brief time.
Cost:- 100
Cooldown:- 110/
- 95/
- 80
Range:- 3400
- Support,
- Mage

Bard's optimal item build features Forever Forward, Dead Man's Plate, Locket of the Iron Solari. This build has a 50.85% win rate and is selected in 15.26% of Bard games. Choose from multiple build options below to find the best items for Bard.
Build Stats:
Movement Speed:55
Armor:105
Health:1000
Movement Speed:4%
Magic Resist:100
Attack Speed:50%

Forever Forward
1,400Summary Unavailable(Click for Item Details)
Item Stats
Movement Speed:55
73.04%Win Rate4.73%Pick Rate
Dead Man's Plate
2,900Build momentum as you move around then smash into enemies.
Item Stats
Armor:55
Health:350
Movement Speed:4%
51.83%Win Rate76.07%Pick Rate
Locket of the Iron Solari
2,200Activate to shield nearby allies from damage
Item Stats
Armor:25
Health:200
Magic Resist:25
50.65%Win Rate23.05%Pick Rate
Redemption
2,300Activate to heal allies and damage enemies in an area
Item Stats
Health:200
51.07%Win Rate31.53%Pick Rate
Wit's End
2,800Resist magic damage and claw your way back to life.
Item Stats
Magic Resist:45
Attack Speed:50%
59.78%Win Rate4.15%Pick Rate
Vigilant Wardstone
2,300Summary Unavailable(Click for Item Details)
Item Stats
Armor:25
Health:250
Magic Resist:30
59.26%Win Rate0.63%Pick Rate
Oracle Lens
0Disables nearby invisible wards and traps for a duration
Item Stats51.00%Win Rate93.47%Pick Rate
Bard Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best Bard build?
The best Bard build in patch 25.23 includes Forever Forward, Dead Man's Plate, and Locket of the Iron Solari. This build has a 50.85% win rate and is picked 15.26% of the time.
What are Bard's core items?
Bard's core items are Forever Forward, Dead Man's Plate, and Locket of the Iron Solari. These items provide the best stats and synergies for Bard's kit and playstyle in League of Legends.
What is the most popular Bard build?
The most popular Bard build uses Forever Forward, Dead Man's Plate, and Locket of the Iron Solari with a 15.26% pick rate. This build achieves a 50.85% win rate in ranked games.
Are there alternative Bard builds?
Yes, alternative Bard builds include options like Slightly Magical Footwear, Liandry's Torment, and Dead Man's Plate. Different builds can be more effective depending on team composition and matchups.
