Gwen Runes
Best Gwen runes for LoL Patch 26.1 - Conqueror from the Precision tree with Resolve secondary (73.3% WR, 0.2% pick rate). Gwen's optimal primary runes are Conqueror, Triumph, Legend: Alacrity, Last Stand. Secondary tree: Overgrowth, Conditioning.
A Thousand Cuts
Gwen's attacks deal bonus magic damage based on the targets health. She heals for a portion of the damage dealt to champions by this effect.
Snip Snip!
Gwen snips her scissors in a cone up to 6 times dealing magic damage. Gwen deals true damage to units in the center and applies her passive to them on each snip.
Cost:- 40
Cooldown:- 7/
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Range:- 450
Hallowed Mist
Gwen summons mist that protects her from enemies outside of it. She can only be targeted by enemies who enter the mist.
Cost:- 60
Cooldown:- 22/
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Range:- 0
Skip 'n Slash
Gwen dashes a short distance then gains Attack Speed, attack range, and magic damage
On-Hit for a few seconds. If she hits an enemy during that time, this Ability's cooldown is partially refunded.Cost:- 35
Cooldown:- 13/
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Range:- 400
Needlework
Gwen hurls a needle that slows enemies hit, deals magic damage, and applies A Thousand Cuts to champions hit.
This ability can be cast up to two more times, with each cast throwing additional needles and dealing more damage.Cost:- 100
Cooldown:- 120/
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Range:- 1200
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Gwen performs best with Conqueror as the keystone rune from the Precision tree. Gwen's optimal primary runes are Conqueror, Triumph, Legend: Alacrity, Last Stand. Gwen's secondary rune tree is Resolve with Overgrowth, Conditioning. This rune setup achieves a 73.33% win rate (+23.5% win rate difference) with a 0.2% pick rate across 15 Gwen games.
Primary Tree
Precision
ConquerorBasic attacks or spells that deal damage to an enemy champion grant 2 stacks of Conqueror for 5s, gaining 1.8-4
When fully stacked, heal for 8% of the damage you deal to champions (5% for ranged champions).
TriumphTakedowns restore 5% of your missing health, 2.5% of your max health, and grant an additional 20 gold.
'The most dangerous game brings the greatest glory.'
—Noxian Reckoner
Legend: AlacrityGain 3% attack speed plus an additional 1.5% for every Legend stack (
Earn progress toward Legend stacks for every champion takedown, epic monster takedown, large monster kill, and minion kill.
Last StandDeal 5% - 11% increased damage to champions while you are below 60% health. Max damage gained at 30% health.
OvergrowthAbsorb life essence from monsters or enemy minions that die near you, permanently gaining 3 maximum health for every 8.
When you've absorbed 120 monsters or enemy minions, gain an additional 3.5% maximum health.
ConditioningAfter 12 min gain +8 Armor and +8 Magic Resist and increase your Armor and Magic Resist by 3%.
This alternative Gwen rune build uses Conqueror as the keystone from the Precision tree. The primary runes are Conqueror, Triumph, Legend: Alacrity, Last Stand. Gwen's secondary rune tree is Resolve with Bone Plating, Unflinching. This setup achieves a 72.50% win rate (+22.7% win rate difference) with a 0.6% pick rate across 40 games.
Primary Tree
PrecisionConquerorBasic attacks or spells that deal damage to an enemy champion grant 2 stacks of Conqueror for 5s, gaining 1.8-4
When fully stacked, heal for 8% of the damage you deal to champions (5% for ranged champions).
TriumphTakedowns restore 5% of your missing health, 2.5% of your max health, and grant an additional 20 gold.
'The most dangerous game brings the greatest glory.'
—Noxian Reckoner
Legend: AlacrityGain 3% attack speed plus an additional 1.5% for every Legend stack (
Earn progress toward Legend stacks for every champion takedown, epic monster takedown, large monster kill, and minion kill.
Last StandDeal 5% - 11% increased damage to champions while you are below 60% health. Max damage gained at 30% health.
Bone PlatingAfter taking damage from an enemy champion, the next 3 spells or attacks you receive from them deal 30-60 (based on level) less damage.
Duration: 1.5s
Cooldown: 55s
UnflinchingGain 10 Armor and Magic Resist when crowd controlled and for 2 seconds after.
Gwen Runes - Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best Gwen runes in patch 26.1?
The best Gwen runes in patch 26.1 use the Precision tree with Conqueror, Triumph, Legend: Alacrity, and Last Stand, and the Resolve tree with Overgrowth and Conditioning. This rune setup achieves a 73.3% win rate with a 0.2% pick rate.
What is the win rate for Gwen's best rune page?
Gwen's best rune page has a 73.3% win rate in patch 26.1, which is +23.5% compared to Gwen's average win rate. This rune setup has a 0.2% pick rate among Gwen players.
What keystone should I use on Gwen?
Conqueror from the Precision tree is the best keystone rune for Gwen in patch 26.1. This keystone synergizes well with Gwen's kit and provides a 73.3% win rate.
What is Gwen's primary rune tree?
Gwen's primary rune tree is Precision. The optimal Precision runes for Gwen are Conqueror, Triumph, Legend: Alacrity, and Last Stand, with Conqueror being the keystone of choice.
What is Gwen's secondary rune tree?
Gwen's best secondary rune tree is Resolve. The recommended Resolve runes are Overgrowth and Conditioning, which complement Gwen's Precision primary tree.
What are alternative rune setups for Gwen?
An alternative Gwen rune setup uses Conqueror from the Precision tree. This alternate build may be preferred in certain matchups or playstyles. Check the alternative rune page above for full details including win rate and pick rate.
How popular are Gwen's runes?
Gwen's top rune page has a 0.2% pick rate in patch 26.1. This indicates that 0.2% of Gwen players use the Conqueror setup with Precision and Resolve trees.