Nasus, League of Legends champion
Win Rate
50.1%
Pick Rate
2.8%
Ban Rate
11.5%

Nasus ARAM Build & Stats

Nasus C TierFighterTank
Patch
26.21
Games
5,602
Lane
All Lanes
Tier
All Tiers
Last Updated
Nov 3, 2026 UTC
Methodology
Data Methodology

Patch 26.21 Nasus ARAM stats show Nasus with a 47.9% win rate and ranking #127 in ARAM mode. Discover Nasus's best teammates, counters, and ARAM builds to dominate the Howling Abyss.

ARAM tier
F#127 by win rate
Best teammate
Swain64.3% win rate
Hardest enemy
Briar
Core items
Iceborn Gauntlet + Force of Nature + Frozen Heart

Nasus ARAM Performance

Nasus F Tier
47.9%Win Rate
0.4%Pick Rate
#127Win Rank
3,421Matches

Combat Stats

7.2Kills
10.3Deaths
23.2Assists

Damage Stats

20,859Dealt
41,964Taken
12,513Gold

Utility Stats

8,303Healing
5Shielding
Nasus is a F tier champion in League of Legends ARAM with a 47.9% win rate and a 0.4% pick rate. Nasus ranks #127 among all ARAM champions. In terms of playstyle, Nasus excels at absorbing damage, healing and support.
Large sampleBased on 3,421 matches. That is a large enough sample for these numbers to be reliable.

📊Nasus ARAM Mayhem Playstyle Profile

See how Nasus compares to all other champions in ARAM. Higher percentiles indicate stronger performance in each category.

⚔️Damage DealerBottom 13%

Nasus focuses less on raw damage, prioritizing other aspects of gameplay.

🛡️Tank / FrontlineTop 20%

Nasus excels at absorbing damage, tanking more than 80% of all ARAM champions.

💚Healer / SupportTop 27%

Nasus offers some healing or sustain to help the team survive longer fights.

💀KDA / SurvivalBottom 38%

Nasus tends to trade aggressively, accepting deaths for team value.

Playstyle Analysis

Based on performance data from 3,421 ARAM matches, Nasus plays best as a frontline tank and team healer. With elite-level stats in their primary role, Nasus is highly impactful when played correctly.

To optimize Nasus's ARAM build for Patch 16.21, prioritize the highest win-rate items. The top-performing build features Iceborn Gauntlet, Dead Man's Plate, Thornmail as core items, achieving a 80.0% win rate. Mercury's Treads is the recommended boots choice for this build. The top 3 builds average 73.9% win rate. Keep adjusting your build to the enemy team as each game develops.

Rank
Core Items
Situational
Boots
Tier
Win Rate
WR Diff
Matches
1
Iceborn Gauntlet - Core item 1 for Nasus ARAM buildDead Man's Plate - Core item 2 for Nasus ARAM buildThornmail - Core item 3 for Nasus ARAM build
Spirit Visage - Situational item option for Nasus ARAM build
Mercury's Treads - Recommended boots for Nasus ARAM build
S Tier80.0%+32.1%5
2
Iceborn Gauntlet - Core item 1 for Nasus ARAM buildSundered Sky - Core item 2 for Nasus ARAM buildForce of Nature - Core item 3 for Nasus ARAM build
Spirit Visage - Situational item option for Nasus ARAM buildFrozen Heart - Situational item option for Nasus ARAM buildThornmail - Situational item option for Nasus ARAM build
Mercury's Treads - Recommended boots for Nasus ARAM build
S Tier73.9%+26.0%23
3
Iceborn Gauntlet - Core item 1 for Nasus ARAM buildForce of Nature - Core item 2 for Nasus ARAM buildFrozen Heart - Core item 3 for Nasus ARAM build
Spirit Visage - Situational item option for Nasus ARAM buildThornmail - Situational item option for Nasus ARAM build
Ionian Boots of Lucidity - Recommended boots for Nasus ARAM build
S Tier67.8%+19.9%59
4
Jak'Sho, The Protean - Core item 1 for Nasus ARAM buildForce of Nature - Core item 2 for Nasus ARAM buildFrozen Heart - Core item 3 for Nasus ARAM build
Trinity Force - Situational item option for Nasus ARAM buildSpirit Visage - Situational item option for Nasus ARAM build
Mercury's Treads - Recommended boots for Nasus ARAM build
S Tier66.7%+18.7%9
5
Dead Man's Plate - Core item 1 for Nasus ARAM buildTrinity Force - Core item 2 for Nasus ARAM buildThornmail - Core item 3 for Nasus ARAM build
Spirit Visage - Situational item option for Nasus ARAM buildSterak's Gage - Situational item option for Nasus ARAM build
Mercury's Treads - Recommended boots for Nasus ARAM build
A Tier66.7%+18.7%6
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Champions that synergize best with Nasus in ARAM. Playing with these teammates increases your win rate.

Champion
Win Rate
WR Diff
Swain - Best ARAM ally for NasusSwain64.3%+16.4%
Amumu - Best ARAM ally for NasusAmumu64.2%+16.2%
Kalista - Best ARAM ally for NasusKalista63.2%+15.3%
Vel'Koz - Best ARAM ally for NasusVel'Koz61.8%+13.8%
Tristana - Best ARAM ally for NasusTristana60.7%+12.8%

Champions that counter Nasus in ARAM. Be careful when facing these opponents on the Howling Abyss.

Champion
Win Rate vs
WR Diff
Briar - Nasus ARAM counterBriar32.6%-15.4%
Swain - Nasus ARAM counterSwain34.5%-13.4%
Yorick - Nasus ARAM counterYorick35.5%-12.5%
Olaf - Nasus ARAM counterOlaf37.1%-10.8%
Anivia - Nasus ARAM counterAnivia37.5%-10.4%

Champions that Nasus performs best against in ARAM. Target these matchups for higher win rates.

Champion
Win Rate vs
WR Diff
Camille - Nasus beats in ARAMCamille72.0%+24.1%
Udyr - Nasus beats in ARAMUdyr68.1%+20.1%
Ambessa - Nasus beats in ARAMAmbessa68.0%+20.1%
Nocturne - Nasus beats in ARAMNocturne67.9%+19.9%
Zac - Nasus beats in ARAMZac64.9%+16.9%

Is Nasus Good in ARAM?

Nasus is currently a F-tier champion in ARAM (Patch 16.21), making them a difficult champion to succeed with.47.9% win rate Ranked #127 among all champions,Nasus faces some challenges in ARAM mode.

Nasus ARAM Performance Analysis

In ARAM, Nasus averages 7.2/10.3/23.2 KDA across 3,421 analyzed matches. This frontline tank playstyle enables absorbing significant damage for the team, with a focus on keeping teammates alive through sustain.

With a 0.4% pick rate, Nasus sees more specialized usage. Focus on the optimal builds below to maximize Nasus's potential.

Best Champions to Play With Nasus

Team composition matters in ARAM. Nasus performs exceptionally well alongside Swain, achieving a combined 64.3% win rate when on the same team.

Other strong allies include Amumu (64.2% win rate) Kalista (63.2% win rate).. Look for these synergies when your team is rolling for champions.

Nasus Counters in ARAM

Be cautious when facing Briar, who counters Nasus with a 32.6% win rate against them. Swain and Yorick also pose challenges.

Adjust your positioning and itemization when facing these threats.

Optimal Nasus ARAM Build Path

The highest win rate build for Nasus features Iceborn Gauntlet, Dead Man's Plate, Thornmail as core items.80.0% win rate. Mercury's Treads is recommended for mobility.

Since ARAM is a single-lane constant teamfight mode, prioritize items that enhance your combat effectiveness immediately.

Tips for Playing Nasus in ARAM

🎯
Team Fight Positioning

As a tank, position in front to absorb skillshots and initiate fights. Use the brush strategically.

💰
Item Priority

Build damage items early in ARAM for maximum impact. Rush Iceborn Gauntlet for your first major power spike.

❄️
ARAM-Specific Strategy

Prioritize keeping your damage dealers alive. Position safely and time your heals for maximum value.

Final Verdict: Should You Play Nasus in ARAM?

Nasus faces challenges in ARAM but can still succeed when paired with Swain.

Data based on Patch 16.21. Keep checking back as Nasus's performance may change with balance updates. Analysis based on 3,421 matches.

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Nasus ARAM FAQ - Patch 16.21

Is Nasus good in ARAM?

Nasus is a F tier champion in ARAM with a 47.9% win rate and ranks #127 among all champions. Nasus has a harder time on the Howling Abyss, though dedicated players still find success with an optimal build.

What is the best ARAM build for Nasus?

The highest win rate ARAM build for Nasus runs Iceborn Gauntlet, Dead Man's Plate, Thornmail as core items, at a 80.0% win rate. Mercury's Treads is the recommended boots choice. ARAM is one continuous fight, so items with immediate combat value come before greedy scaling.

Which champions pair well with Nasus in ARAM?

The best teammate for Nasus in ARAM is Swain, at a 64.3% win rate when the two are on the same team. Other strong allies include Amumu, Kalista. Look for these champions on your side to improve your odds.

Who counters Nasus in ARAM?

Briar is the biggest counter to Nasus in ARAM, winning 32.6% of games against them. Other difficult matchups include Swain, Yorick. Adjust your positioning and your build when you see these champions.

What is Nasus's ARAM win rate?

Nasus has a 47.9% win rate in ARAM on patch 16.21, ranking #127 among all champions. The pick rate is 0.4% across 3,421 analysed matches.

What tier is Nasus in ARAM?

Nasus is rated F tier in ARAM on patch 16.21. Lower-tier champions have a harder time, but still win games in the hands of a specialist. Tiers come from win rate and pick rate together with how many matches sit behind them.

Nasus ARAM Runes and Damage

The most common Nasus ARAM rune page starts with Grasp of the Undying: 34% of games, 51.1% win rate over 1,150 games.

Damage per minute
1,127
Gold per minute
676
Healing per minute
449
KDA
2.94

Most played rune page

Grasp of the UndyingFont of LifeConditioningOvergrowth
PrecisionLegend: HasteTriumph
Ability Haste (offense) · Adaptive Force (flex) · Health Scaling (defense)
51.1% · 1,150 games · 34%

Second rune page

Fleet FootworkTriumphLegend: HasteLast Stand
ResolveSecond WindUnflinching
Ability Haste (offense) · Health Scaling (flex) · Health Scaling (defense)
49.0% · 629 games · 18%

ARAM samples are much smaller than ranked; rune pages under 30 games are not shown.