Blitzcrank the Great Steam Golem
Blitzcrank is an enormous, near-indestructible automaton from Zaun, originally built to dispose of hazardous waste. However, he found this primary purpose too restricting, and modified his own form to better serve the fragile people of the Sump. Blitzcrank selflessly uses his strength and durability to protect others, extending a helpful metal fist or burst of energy to subdue any troublemakers.
Mana Barrier
Blitzcrank gains a shield based on their mana when dropping to low health.
Rocket Grab
Blitzcrank fires their right hand to grab an opponent on its path, dealing damage and dragging it back to them.
Cost:- 100
Cooldown:- 20/
- 19/
- 18/
- 17/
- 16
Range:- 1079
Overdrive
Blitzcrank super charges themself to get dramatically increased Move and Attack Speed. They are temporarily slowed after the effect ends.
Cost:- 75
Cooldown:- 15
Range:- 1
Power Fist
Blitzcrank charges up their fist to make the next attack deal double damage and pop their target up in the air.
Cost:- 25
Cooldown:- 7/
- 7/
- 6/
- 6/
- 5
Range:- 300
Static Field
Enemies attacked by Blitzcrank are marked and take lightning damage after 1 second. Additionally, Blitzcrank can activate this ability to remove nearby enemies' shields, damage them, and silence them briefly.
Cost:- 100
Cooldown:- 60/
- 40/
- 20
Range:- 600
- Tank,
- Support
Patch 26.1 Blitzcrank Changes
Quick overview of Blitzcrank's optimal setup in League of Legends. Blitzcrank's top build includes Plated Steelcaps, Locket of the Iron Solari, Frozen Heart, using Glacial Augment, Hextech Flashtraption, Biscuit Delivery for maximum effectiveness. Blitzcrank performs well against TahmKench, Zyra, Sona but struggles against Swain, Soraka, Leona.
- Blitzcrank's Top Build
- Blitzcrank's Best Runes
- Blitzcrank's Top Matchups
- Blitzcrank's Counters
Blitzcrank's base statistics in League of Legends. Blitzcrank has 600 base health, 62 attack damage, 37 armor, and 32 magic resist. Understanding Blitzcrank's stats is crucial for maximizing Blitzcrank's effectiveness in lane and team fights. Compare Blitzcrank's stats against other champions to see how Blitzcrank ranks.
AP:0
AD:62(3.5 per level)
AS:0(1.13 per level)
Crit Chance:0%
Mana:267(40 per level)
Mana Regen:8(0.8 per level)
Health:600(109 per level)
Health Regen:7(0.75 per level)
Armor:37(4.7 per level)
MR:32(2.05 per level)
Speed:325
Attack Range:125(125 per level)
Blitzcrank Early vs Late Game Performance's win rate varies throughout the game based on match duration. Blitzcrank Early vs Late Game Performance peaks at 58.22% win rate in 15 minute games, while performing lowest at 44.93% in 50+ minute games. Understanding Blitzcrank Early vs Late Game Performance's power spikes across game duration helps optimize your playstyle and decision-making.
Blitzcrank's performance across key metrics in League of Legends. Early Game: 64.5%, Late Game: 54.1%, Objective Control: 5.0%, Supportive Strength: 62.5%, Creep Farming: 8.1%, Damage: 8.1%. These percentile rankings show how Blitzcrank compares to other champions in each category.
Champions similar to Blitzcrank include Neeko, Volibear, Ashe. These champions share similar playstyles, ability kits, or strategic roles as Blitzcrank in League of Legends. If you enjoy playing Blitzcrank, consider trying these champions to expand your champion pool while maintaining a familiar playstyle.
Blitzcrank demonstrates unique performance characteristics, with win rates showing a 3.4% decrease from Iron to Diamond tiers. This pattern suggests that Blitzcrank may be more accessible for newer players while facing increased difficulty against higher-skilled opponents. In Iron tier, Blitzcrank achieves a 51.0% win rate, which gradually declines to 47.6% in Diamond. This trend often indicates that Blitzcrank's strengths can be more effectively countered by experienced players who understand the champion's weaknesses and trading patterns. The declining performance (Iron (51.0%), Bronze (48.2%), Silver (47.3%), Gold (51.0%), Platinum (51.6%)) suggests that while Blitzcrank can be effective in lower ranks where opponents may not exploit vulnerabilities, higher-tier players are better equipped to neutralize Blitzcrank's advantages. However, this doesn't mean Blitzcrank 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 Blitzcrank, how to play around counters, and maximizing value in favorable matchups. Success with Blitzcrank at higher levels demands strong game sense, positioning, and the ability to adapt playstyle based on team compositions and enemy picks.
When to Pick Blitzcrank
Strengths
- Solid win rate (50.3%) shows reliable performance
- Strong matchups against Tahm Kench and Zyra
- Optimal rune setup achieves 61.0% win rate
- Consistent performance throughout all game phases
Weaknesses
- Struggles against Swain (37.7% enemy WR)
- Requires safe laning to reach power spikes
- Requires proper positioning and cooldown management
- Can be punished by coordinated team play
Strategic Tips
Pick Blitzcrank into favorable matchups like Tahm Kench where you can dominate lane and snowball your lead.
Use the optimal $Inspiration + $Sorcery rune setup for a $61.0% win rate.
Learn your champion's key item and level power spikes to maximize fight potential.
Blitzcrank Overview - Frequently Asked Questions
What tier is Blitzcrank in League of Legends?
Blitzcrank is currently B tier in League of Legends patch 26.1. Blitzcrank ranks among the top champions in the current meta.
What is Blitzcrank's win rate?
Blitzcrank has a 50.3% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.1. This win rate is calculated across all ranks and reflects Blitzcrank's overall performance in ranked games.
Which champions are similar to Blitzcrank?
Champions similar to Blitzcrank include Neeko, Volibear, and Ashe. These champions share similar playstyles, abilities, or roles as Blitzcrank in League of Legends.
How does Blitzcrank perform during different match durations?
Blitzcrank's performance varies throughout the game. Early game strength, mid game power spikes, and late game scaling all contribute to Blitzcrank's overall effectiveness. Check the match duration win rate chart to see Blitzcrank's performance at different game lengths.