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 26.10 Gangplank Changes
Quick overview of Gangplank's optimal setup in League of Legends. Gangplank's top build includes Berserker's Greaves, The Collector, Essence Reaver, using Deathfire Touch, Nimbus Cloak, Absolute Focus for maximum effectiveness. Gangplank performs well against Zaahen, Singed, TahmKench but struggles against Riven, Tryndamere, DrMundo.
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 78.5 percentile for early game strength, 38.4 percentile for late game scaling, 71.3 percentile for objective control, 35.2 percentile for support strength, 95.3 percentile for creep farming, and 96.5 percentile for damage output.
Gangplank exhibits a notable skill ceiling, with win rates increasing as player skill level rises across ranked tiers. Analysis of Gangplank's performance shows a 11.7% win rate difference between Iron and Diamond tiers, indicating that Gangplank rewards mechanical mastery and game knowledge. In lower tiers like Iron (34.7% win rate), players may struggle to execute Gangplank's full potential due to the champion's technical demands. However, as players climb to higher tiers such as Diamond (46.4% win rate), Gangplank's win rate improves significantly. This upward trend across ranks demonstrates that Gangplank 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 Gangplank should focus on mechanical practice, studying high-level gameplay, and understanding matchup-specific strategies. The data across tiers (Iron (34.7%), Bronze (49.8%), Silver (48.1%), Gold (50.2%), Platinum (49.2%)) clearly shows that investing time to learn Gangplank's intricacies pays dividends at higher levels of play, making Gangplank an excellent choice for dedicated players seeking a rewarding champion to master.
When to Pick Gangplank
Strengths
- Solid win rate (50.06%) shows reliable performance
- Strong matchups against Zaahen and Singed
- Optimal rune setup achieves 77.8% win rate
- Consistent performance throughout all game phases
Weaknesses
- Struggles against Riven (36.8% enemy WR)
- Requires safe laning to reach power spikes
- Requires proper positioning and cooldown management
- Can be punished by coordinated team play
Strategic Tips
Optimal Matchups
Pick Gangplank into favorable matchups like Zaahen where you can dominate lane and snowball your lead.
Rune Selection
Use the optimal Sorcery + Precision rune setup for a 77.8% win rate.
Power Spikes
Learn your champion's key item and level power spikes to maximize fight potential.
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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 26.10. Gangplank ranks among the top champions in the current meta.
What is Gangplank's win rate?
Gangplank has a 50.06% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.10. 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 Yorick, Volibear, and Aatrox. 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.