Katarinathe Sinister Blade (Mid)
Decisive in judgment and lethal in combat, Katarina is a Noxian assassin of the highest caliber. Eldest daughter to the legendary General Du Couteau, she made her talents known with swift kills against unsuspecting enemies. Her fiery ambition has driven her to pursue heavily-guarded targets, even at the risk of endangering her allies—but no matter the mission, Katarina will not hesitate to execute her duty amid a whirlwind of serrated daggers.
Patch 26.17 Katarina Changes
Quick overview of Katarina's optimal setup in League of Legends. Katarina's top build includes Spellslinger's Shoes, Shadowflame, Lich Bane, using Conqueror, Triumph, Legend: Alacrity for maximum effectiveness. Katarina performs well against Ekko, Zed, Locke but struggles against Yone, Vex, Annie.
Katarina's base statistics in League of Legends. Katarina has 672 base health, 58 attack damage, 32 armor, and 32 magic resist. Understanding Katarina's stats is crucial for maximizing Katarina's effectiveness in lane and team fights. Compare Katarina's stats against other champions to see how Katarina ranks.
AP:0+0/lvl
AD:58+0/lvl
AS:0+2.74/lvl
Crit %:0%+0%/lvl
Mana:0+0/lvl
Mana Regen:0+0/lvl
Health:672+108/lvl
Health Regen:7+0.7/lvl
Armor:32+4.7/lvl
MR:32+2.05/lvl
Speed:335
Attack Range:125
Katarina ranks in the 38.3 percentile for early game strength, 34.0 percentile for late game scaling, 36.9 percentile for objective control, 46.3 percentile for support strength, 23.4 percentile for creep farming, and 74.5 percentile for damage output.
Katarina demonstrates unique performance characteristics, with win rates showing a 35.7% decrease from Iron to Chal tiers. This pattern suggests that Katarina may be more accessible for newer players while facing increased difficulty against higher-skilled opponents. In Iron tier, Katarina achieves a 35.7% win rate, which gradually declines to 0.0% in Chal. This trend often indicates that Katarina's strengths can be more effectively countered by experienced players who understand the champion's weaknesses and trading patterns. The declining performance (Iron (35.7%), Bronze (80.0%), Silver (52.9%), Gold (55.2%), Platinum (49.1%)) suggests that while Katarina can be effective in lower ranks where opponents may not exploit vulnerabilities, higher-tier players are better equipped to neutralize Katarina's advantages. However, this doesn't mean Katarina 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 Katarina, how to play around counters, and maximizing value in favorable matchups. Success with Katarina at higher levels demands strong game sense, positioning, and the ability to adapt playstyle based on team compositions and enemy picks.
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Katarina Early vs Late Game Performance's win rate varies throughout the game based on match duration. Katarina Early vs Late Game Performance peaks at 54.12% win rate in 15 minute games, while performing lowest at 41.56% in 50+ minute games. Understanding Katarina Early vs Late Game Performance's power spikes across game duration helps optimize your playstyle and decision-making.
When to Pick Katarina
Strengths
- Rewarding champion when mastered properly
- Strong matchups against Ekko and Zed
- Optimal rune setup achieves 93.3% win rate
- Strong early game presence for snowballing leads
Weaknesses
- Struggles against Yone (34.5% enemy WR)
- Falls off in extended games if lead isn't secured
- Below average win rate suggests high skill floor
- Can be punished by coordinated team play
Strategic Tips
Optimal Matchups
Pick Katarina into favorable matchups like Ekko where you can dominate lane and snowball your lead.
Rune Selection
Use the optimal Precision + Domination rune setup for a 93.3% win rate.
Power Spikes
Katarina spikes early - look for aggressive plays and objectives in the first 20 minutes.
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Katarina Overview - Frequently Asked Questions
What tier is Katarina in League of Legends?
Katarina is currently D tier in League of Legends patch 26.17. Katarina ranks among the top champions in the current meta.
What is Katarina's win rate?
Katarina has a 48.66% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.17. This win rate is calculated across all ranks and reflects Katarina's overall performance in ranked games.
Which champions are similar to Katarina?
Champions similar to Katarina include Ahri, Bard, and Gragas. These champions share similar playstyles, abilities, or roles as Katarina in League of Legends.
How does Katarina perform during different match durations?
Katarina's performance varies throughout the game. Early game strength, mid game power spikes, and late game scaling all contribute to Katarina's overall effectiveness. Check the match duration win rate chart to see Katarina's performance at different game lengths.