- Win Rate
- 50.2%
- Pick Rate
- 3.3%
- Ban Rate
- 17.7%
Nasus Arena Build, Augments & Duos
- Patch
- 26.20
- Games
- 5,888
- Lane
- All Lanes
- Tier
- All Tiers
- Last Updated
- Oct 16, 2026 UTC
- Methodology
- Data Methodology
- Author
- Dakota Chinnick
Patch 26.20 Nasus arena mode stats show Nasus with a 18.2% win rate and a 3.48 average placement in arena mode. Discover Nasus's best duo partners, augments, and arena builds to dominate the meta.
Nasus Arena Performance
Nasus B TierCombat Stats
Discover the highest performing Arena augments for Nasus in League of Legends Patch 16.20. The strongest augment choices include Goliath, Tank Engine, Heavy Hitter, which provide significant advantages in 3v3v3v3v3v3 combat. Nasus has 1 S-tier augment that dramatically improve placement rates. When offered Prismatic augments, prioritize Goliath. For Gold augments, Tank Engine synergizes well with Nasus's kit. Use the rarity filters below to find the best Silver, Gold, and Prismatic augments for your Nasus Arena games.
There is a tether connecting your team, deals constant magic damage to enemies it touches.
Your Heals and Shields can Critically Strike for an addtional ?.Gain 25% Crit Chance.
Gain the Lethal Tempo and Conqueror Keystone Runes.
Stars orbit you, dealing magic damage to enemies they pass through.
Gain the Fleet Footwork and Grasp of the Undying Keystone Runes.
Become large, gaining 15% Health and 10% Adaptive Force.
Gain increased size and percent bonus Health per takedown.
Gain 1000 Health, but you deal 10% less damage.
Your ? gains 100 Ability Haste.
Your Attacks deal additional physical damage equal to 4% of your max Health.
Gain 15% Omnivamp.
on-hit reduce the cooldown of your abilities by 1.3 seconds .
Gain an aura that continuously harvests permanent Cursed Power per enemy champion inside. Gain max Health based on your Cursed Power.
Your Abilities can Critically Strike. Gain ?% Crit Chance.
Requirement: Possess Heartsteel with 400+ stacks.Reward: Multiply your Heartsteel stacks by 3. Increase your Health Regeneration by 13% of your Heartsteel stacks.
Gain a random Prismatic Augment.
When you gain permanent Stacks of an Ability, gain 75% more!
Using an Ability restores ? Health.
Gain hugely increased Health Regen, further increased at low Health.
Find the best 3v3 teammate champions to pair with Nasus in League of Legends Arena mode. The strongest duo partner is Mordekaiser, achieving a 26.1% win rate and 2.9 average placement when paired together. Other high-synergy partners include Sion and Sett, both offering improved placement rates compared to Nasus's solo average of 3.5. 9 champions boost Nasus's win rate above their baseline 18.2%. Compare win rates, top 2 rates, top 4 rates, and placement differences to find your ideal Arena duo composition.
Partner | Tier | Win Rate | WR Diff | Top 2 | Top 4 | Avg Place | Place Diff | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Mordekaiser | A Tier | 26.1% | +7.9% | 39.1% | 82.6% | 2.9 | +0.6 | 46 |
 Sion | A Tier | 29.6% | +11.4% | 59.3% | 66.7% | 2.9 | +0.5 | 54 |
 Sett | A Tier | 29.6% | +11.4% | 40.7% | 74.1% | 3.1 | +0.3 | 54 |
 Smolder | A Tier | 26.9% | +8.7% | 30.8% | 73.1% | 3.1 | +0.3 | 52 |
 Veigar | B Tier | 25.0% | +6.8% | 41.7% | 66.7% | 3.2 | +0.3 | 48 |
 Vladimir | C Tier | 19.4% | +1.2% | 38.7% | 80.7% | 3.3 | +0.2 | 62 |
 Gwen | C Tier | 18.2% | +0.0% | 36.4% | 68.2% | 3.4 | +0.1 | 44 |
 Briar | C Tier | 16.7% | -1.5% | 37.5% | 62.5% | 3.5 | +0.0 | 48 |
 Swain | D Tier | 13.8% | -4.4% | 24.1% | 75.9% | 3.5 | -0.0 | 58 |
 Brand | D Tier | 15.0% | -3.2% | 20.0% | 70.0% | 3.6 | -0.2 | 40 |
Optimize your Nasus Arena itemization with the highest win rate builds for Patch 16.20. The top-performing build features Black Hole Gauntlet, Overlord's Bloodmail, Divine Sunderer as core items, achieving a 14.3% win rate and 2.9 average placement. Mercury's Treads is the recommended boots choice for this build. The top 3 builds average 21.0% win rate, significantly impacting your Arena success. Each build shows core items, situational options, win rate compared to Nasus's baseline, and top 4 placement rates to help you climb in Arena ranked.
Rank | Core Items | Situational | Boots | Tier | Win Rate | WR Diff | Top 2 | Top 4 | Avg Place | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |    |   |  | D Tier | 14.3% | -3.9% | 42.9% | 85.7% | 2.9 | 7 |
| 2 | |   | | A Tier | 28.6% | +10.4% | 28.6% | 85.7% | 3.1 | 7 |
| 3 |  |  | | C Tier | 20.0% | +1.8% | 40.0% | 60.0% | 3.4 | 5 |
| 4 |  |   |  | F Tier | 0.0% | -18.2% | 0.0% | 80.0% | 3.6 | 5 |
| 5 | |  | | F Tier | 7.1% | -11.0% | 21.4% | 35.7% | 4.4 | 14 |
Plan your Nasus Arena run
Arena Companion shows each champion's placement rates and stats, the best augments for them, a slot-by-slot augment planner, and the strongest duos and teams this patch.
- Placement rates & stats
- Augment slot planner
- Best duos & teams
Is Nasus Good in Arena Mode?
Nasus is currently rated as an B-tier champion in League of Legends Arena mode for Patch 16.20, making them a reliable option in the 3v3v3v3v3v3 format. With a 18.2% win rate (1st place finishes) and a 66.2% top 4 rate, Nasus performs above the expected average in the current Arena meta.
Nasus Arena Performance Analysis
In Arena's unique 3v3v3v3v3v3 format, Nasus averages a 3.5 placement across 1,177 analyzed matches. This frontline tank playstyle enables absorbing substantial damage for the team. Nasus maintains strong survivability with excellent KDA ratios, placing in the top 35% of champions.
The 35.3% top 2 rate indicates consistent high placements and strong late-game scaling. Players looking to climb Arena ranked should capitalize on Nasus's strengths to maximize placement consistency.
Best Champions to Pair with Nasus
Duo composition is critical in Arena, and Nasus synergizes exceptionally well with Mordekaiser, achieving a combined 26.1% win rate and 2.9 average placement. This pairing improves Nasus's baseline performance by +7.9%.
Other strong duo partners include Sion (29.6% win rate) and Sett (29.6% win rate). Nasus has excellent duo flexibility with 9+ partners that boost win rate above baseline.
Nasus Augment Priority Guide
Augment selection can make or break your Arena run. For Nasus, the highest-performing augment is Goliath, which players select in 19.7% of games. Nasus has 1 S-tier augment options that dramatically improve placement rates.
When offered Prismatic augments, prioritize Goliath for maximum impact. Gold augments like Tank Engine provide consistent value throughout the game. Use the augment tier list above to identify which augments to prioritize during each selection round.
Optimal Nasus Arena Build Path
The highest win rate build for Nasus in Arena features Black Hole Gauntlet, Overlord's Bloodmail, Divine Sunderer as core items, achieving a 14.3% win rate. Mercury's Treads is the recommended boots choice, providing tenacity and magic resist for Arena fights.
Arena's accelerated gold income means reaching full build faster than Summoner's Rift. Focus on completing core items before branching into situational options. The builds listed above are sorted by average placement, helping you identify which item combinations lead to the highest finishes in the current patch.
Tips for Playing Nasus in Arena
Coordinate with your partner to cover Nasus's weaknesses. Pair with a damage dealer for balanced team composition.
Prioritize S-tier and A-tier augments when offered. Nasus's 66.2% top 4 rate can be improved significantly with optimal augment selection each round.
Use Nasus's durability to absorb damage and protect your partner. Control space and peel for your duo.
Final Verdict: Should You Play Nasus in Arena?
Nasus is a solid choice in Arena that can perform well with the right partner and augment combinations. While not top-tier, dedicated Nasus players can achieve consistent placements by following optimal builds and duo strategies. The 66.2% top 4 rate shows potential for solid finishes.
This data is updated regularly for Patch 16.20. Check back after each patch to see how balance changes affect Nasus's Arena performance. For the most accurate results, we analyze 1,177 matches to provide reliable statistics and recommendations.
Help us maintain accuracy! If you notice incorrect stats, missing data, or any issues, your feedback directly improves the quality of our data for the entire community.
Nasus Arena FAQ - Patch 16.20
Is Nasus good in Arena mode?
Nasus is currently a B-tier champion in Arena mode with a 18.2% win rate and 66.2% top 4 rate. Nasus is a viable pick that can perform well with the right partner and augments.
What is the best duo partner for Nasus in Arena?
The best duo partner for Nasus in Arena is Mordekaiser, achieving a 26.1% win rate and 2.9 average placement together. Other strong partners include Sion and Sett.
What are the best augments for Nasus in Arena?
The highest-performing augment for Nasus is Goliath with a 19.7% pick rate. Nasus has 1 S-tier augments: Clothesline. Prioritize Prismatic and Gold augments that synergize with Nasus's kit.
What is the best build for Nasus in Arena?
The highest win rate build for Nasus in Arena includes Black Hole Gauntlet, Overlord's Bloodmail, Divine Sunderer as core items, achieving a 14.3% win rate. Mercury's Treads is the recommended boots choice. Arena's accelerated gold income allows you to complete builds faster than Summoner's Rift.
What is Nasus's win rate in Arena?
Nasus has a 18.2% win rate (1st place) in Arena mode for Patch 16.20. The top 2 rate is 35.3% and top 4 rate is 66.2%, with an average placement of 3.5 across 1,177 analyzed matches.
What tier is Nasus in Arena?
Nasus is rated as B-tier in Arena mode for Patch 16.20. B-tier champions are solid choices that can succeed with good execution. Tiers are calculated based on win rate, top 4 rate, and average placement.
How do I play Nasus in Arena?
To play Nasus effectively in Arena: 1) Partner with Mordekaiser for best results. 2) Prioritize Goliath when offered. 3) Build Black Hole Gauntlet early for power spikes. 4) Absorb damage and protect your partner while controlling space.
What are Nasus's best and worst matchups in Arena?
Nasus's performance varies significantly based on duo partner selection. Pairing with Mordekaiser improves win rate to 26.1%. The key to success is choosing partners that complement Nasus's tanky playstyle and selecting augments that enhance your duo composition.