
Gangplankthe Saltwater Scourge
As unpredictable as he is brutal, the dethroned reaver king Gangplank is feared far and wide. Once, he ruled the port city of Bilgewater, and while his reign is over, there are those who believe this has only made him more dangerous. Gangplank would see Bilgewater bathed in blood once more before letting someone else take it—and now with pistol, cutlass, and barrels of gunpowder, he is determined to reclaim what he has lost.
Patch 26.14 Gangplank Changes
Quick overview of Gangplank's optimal setup in League of Legends. Gangplank's top build includes Crimson Lucidity, Voltaic Cyclosword, Essence Reaver, using Deathfire Touch, Nimbus Cloak, Transcendence for maximum effectiveness. Gangplank performs well against Gnar, Sion, Illaoi but struggles against Fiora, Chogath, Yasuo.
Gangplank's base statistics in League of Legends. Gangplank has 630 base health, 64 attack damage, 31 armor, and 32 magic resist. Understanding Gangplank's stats is crucial for maximizing Gangplank's effectiveness in lane and team fights. Compare Gangplank's stats against other champions to see how Gangplank ranks.
AP:0+0/lvl
AD:64+0/lvl
AS:0+3.2/lvl
Crit %:0%+0%/lvl
Mana:280+60/lvl
Mana Regen:8+0.7/lvl
Health:630+114/lvl
Health Regen:6+0.6/lvl
Armor:31+4.7/lvl
MR:32+2.05/lvl
Speed:345
Attack Range:125
Gangplank ranks in the 96.0 percentile for early game strength, 19.6 percentile for late game scaling, 77.7 percentile for objective control, 35.0 percentile for support strength, 96.0 percentile for creep farming, and 98.3 percentile for damage output.
Gangplank demonstrates unique performance characteristics, with win rates showing a 6.7% decrease from Iron to Diamond tiers. This pattern suggests that Gangplank may be more accessible for newer players while facing increased difficulty against higher-skilled opponents. In Iron tier, Gangplank achieves a 66.7% win rate, which gradually declines to 60.0% in Diamond. This trend often indicates that Gangplank's strengths can be more effectively countered by experienced players who understand the champion's weaknesses and trading patterns. The declining performance (Iron (66.7%), Bronze (43.8%), Silver (51.4%), Gold (50.0%), Platinum (48.1%)) suggests that while Gangplank can be effective in lower ranks where opponents may not exploit vulnerabilities, higher-tier players are better equipped to neutralize Gangplank's advantages. However, this doesn't mean Gangplank 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 Gangplank, how to play around counters, and maximizing value in favorable matchups. Success with Gangplank at higher levels demands strong game sense, positioning, and the ability to adapt playstyle based on team compositions and enemy picks.
Gangplank Early vs Late Game Performance's win rate varies throughout the game based on match duration. Gangplank Early vs Late Game Performance peaks at 57.69% win rate in 15 minute games, while performing lowest at 38.78% in 45 minute games. Understanding Gangplank Early vs Late Game Performance's power spikes across game duration helps optimize your playstyle and decision-making.
When to Pick Gangplank
Strengths
- Solid win rate (50.42%) shows reliable performance
- Strong matchups against Gnar and Sion
- Optimal rune setup achieves 54.8% win rate
- Strong early game presence for snowballing leads
Weaknesses
- Struggles against Fiora (11.1% enemy WR)
- Falls off in extended games if lead isn't secured
- Requires proper positioning and cooldown management
- Can be punished by coordinated team play
Strategic Tips
Optimal Matchups
Pick Gangplank into favorable matchups like Gnar where you can dominate lane and snowball your lead.
Rune Selection
Use the optimal Sorcery + Precision rune setup for a 54.8% win rate.
Power Spikes
Gangplank spikes early - look for aggressive plays and objectives in the first 20 minutes.
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Gangplank Overview - Frequently Asked Questions
What tier is Gangplank in League of Legends?
Gangplank is currently B tier in League of Legends patch 26.14. Gangplank ranks among the top champions in the current meta.
What is Gangplank's win rate?
Gangplank has a 50.42% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.14. This win rate is calculated across all ranks and reflects Gangplank's overall performance in ranked games.
Which champions are similar to Gangplank?
Champions similar to Gangplank include Aatrox, Gnar, and Lee Sin. These champions share similar playstyles, abilities, or roles as Gangplank in League of Legends.
How does Gangplank perform during different match durations?
Gangplank's performance varies throughout the game. Early game strength, mid game power spikes, and late game scaling all contribute to Gangplank's overall effectiveness. Check the match duration win rate chart to see Gangplank's performance at different game lengths.







