Hecarim the Shadow of War
Hecarim is a spectral fusion of man and beast, cursed to ride down the souls of the living for all eternity. When the Blessed Isles fell into shadow, this proud knight was obliterated by the destructive energies of the Ruination, along with all his cavalry and their mounts. Now, whenever the Black Mist reaches out across Runeterra, he leads their devastating charge, reveling in the slaughter and crushing the foe beneath his armored hooves.
Warpath
Hecarim gains Attack Damage equal to a percentage of his bonus Move Speed.
Rampage
Hecarim cleaves nearby enemies dealing physical damage. If Hecarim damages at least one enemy, he increases the damage and lowers the cooldown of subsequent Rampages.
Cost:- 28/
- 26/
- 24/
- 22/
- 20
Cooldown:- 4
Range:- 350
Spirit of Dread
Hecarim gains Armor and Magic Resist. Hecarim deals magic damage to nearby enemies, and gains Health equal to a percentage of any damage those enemies suffer.
Cost:- 50/
- 55/
- 60/
- 65/
- 70
Cooldown:- 14
Range:- 525
Devastating Charge
Hecarim gains increasing Move Speed and can move through units for a short duration. His next attack knocks the target back and deals additional physical damage based on the distance he has traveled since activating the ability.
Cost:- 60
Cooldown:- 20/
- 19/
- 18/
- 17/
- 16
Range:- 300
Onslaught of Shadows
Hecarim summons spectral riders and charges forward, dealing magic damage in a line. Hecarim creates a shockwave when he finishes his charge, causing nearby enemies to flee in terror.
Cost:- 100
Cooldown:- 140/
- 120/
- 100
Range:- 50000
- Fighter,
- Tank
Patch 26.1 Hecarim Changes
Quick overview of Hecarim's optimal setup in League of Legends. Hecarim's top build includes Boots of Swiftness, Death's Dance, Spear of Shojin, using Phase Rush, Nimbus Cloak, Celerity for maximum effectiveness. Hecarim performs well against Graves, DrMundo, JarvanIV but struggles against Zed, Zac, Udyr.
- Hecarim's Top Build
- Hecarim's Best Runes
- Hecarim's Top Matchups
- Hecarim's Counters
Hecarim's base statistics in League of Legends. Hecarim has 625 base health, 66 attack damage, 32 armor, and 32 magic resist. Understanding Hecarim's stats is crucial for maximizing Hecarim's effectiveness in lane and team fights. Compare Hecarim's stats against other champions to see how Hecarim ranks.
AP:0
AD:66(3.7 per level)
AS:0(2.5 per level)
Crit Chance:0%
Mana:280(40 per level)
Mana Regen:7(0.8 per level)
Health:625(106 per level)
Health Regen:7(0.75 per level)
Armor:32(5.45 per level)
MR:32(2.05 per level)
Speed:345
Attack Range:175(175 per level)
Hecarim Early vs Late Game Performance's win rate varies throughout the game based on match duration. Hecarim Early vs Late Game Performance peaks at 56.05% win rate in 15 minute games, while performing lowest at 37.50% in 50+ minute games. Understanding Hecarim Early vs Late Game Performance's power spikes across game duration helps optimize your playstyle and decision-making.
Hecarim's performance across key metrics in League of Legends. Early Game: 47.7%, Late Game: 20.9%, Objective Control: 42.6%, Supportive Strength: 59.5%, Creep Farming: 15.1%, Damage: 27.3%. These percentile rankings show how Hecarim compares to other champions in each category.
Champions similar to Hecarim include Naafiri, Volibear, Yone. These champions share similar playstyles, ability kits, or strategic roles as Hecarim in League of Legends. If you enjoy playing Hecarim, consider trying these champions to expand your champion pool while maintaining a familiar playstyle.
Hecarim exhibits a notable skill ceiling, with win rates increasing as player skill level rises across ranked tiers. Analysis of Hecarim's performance shows a 12.0% win rate difference between Iron and Diamond tiers, indicating that Hecarim rewards mechanical mastery and game knowledge. In lower tiers like Iron (37.3% win rate), players may struggle to execute Hecarim's full potential due to the champion's technical demands. However, as players climb to higher tiers such as Diamond (49.2% win rate), Hecarim's win rate improves significantly. This upward trend across ranks demonstrates that Hecarim 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 Hecarim should focus on mechanical practice, studying high-level gameplay, and understanding matchup-specific strategies. The data across tiers (Iron (37.3%), Bronze (52.9%), Silver (45.7%), Gold (50.3%), Platinum (49.7%)) clearly shows that investing time to learn Hecarim's intricacies pays dividends at higher levels of play, making Hecarim an excellent choice for dedicated players seeking a rewarding champion to master.
When to Pick Hecarim
Strengths
- Rewarding champion when mastered properly
- Strong matchups against Graves and Dr. Mundo
- Optimal rune setup achieves 66.7% win rate
- Consistent performance throughout all game phases
Weaknesses
- Struggles against Zed (30.3% enemy WR)
- Requires safe laning to reach power spikes
- Below average win rate suggests high skill floor
- Can be punished by coordinated team play
Strategic Tips
Pick Hecarim into favorable matchups like Graves where you can dominate lane and snowball your lead.
Use the optimal $Sorcery + $Precision rune setup for a $66.7% win rate.
Learn your champion's key item and level power spikes to maximize fight potential.
Hecarim Overview - Frequently Asked Questions
What tier is Hecarim in League of Legends?
Hecarim is currently D tier in League of Legends patch 26.1. Hecarim ranks among the top champions in the current meta.
What is Hecarim's win rate?
Hecarim has a 48.79% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.1. This win rate is calculated across all ranks and reflects Hecarim's overall performance in ranked games.
Which champions are similar to Hecarim?
Champions similar to Hecarim include Naafiri, Volibear, and Yone. These champions share similar playstyles, abilities, or roles as Hecarim in League of Legends.
How does Hecarim perform during different match durations?
Hecarim's performance varies throughout the game. Early game strength, mid game power spikes, and late game scaling all contribute to Hecarim's overall effectiveness. Check the match duration win rate chart to see Hecarim's performance at different game lengths.