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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.

  • Bard passive ability - Traveler's Call - League of Legends
    Traveler's Call

    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.

  • Bard Q ability - Cosmic Binding - League of Legends
    Cosmic Binding

    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
  • Bard W ability - Caretaker's Shrine - League of Legends
    Caretaker's Shrine

    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
  • Bard E ability - Magical Journey - League of Legends
    Magical Journey

    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
  • Bard R ultimate ability - Tempered Fate - League of Legends
    Tempered Fate

    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
Classes:
  • Support,
  • Mage
50.47%Win Rate
Bard B tier

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.

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.