Nasus the Curator of the Sands
Nasus is an imposing, jackal-headed Ascended being from ancient Shurima, a heroic figure regarded as a demigod by the people of the desert. Fiercely intelligent, he was a guardian of knowledge and peerless strategist whose wisdom guided the ancient empire of Shurima to greatness for many centuries. After the fall of the empire, he went into self-imposed exile, becoming little more than a legend. Now that the ancient city of Shurima has risen once more, he has returned, determined to ensure it never falls again.
Soul Eater
Nasus drains his foe's spiritual energy, giving him bonus Life Steal.
Siphoning Strike
Nasus strikes his foe, dealing damage and increasing the power of his future Siphoning Strikes if he slays his target.
Cost:- 20
Cooldown:- 8/
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- 4
Range:- 255
Wither
Nasus ages an enemy champion, decelerating their Move Speed and Attack Speed over time.
Cost:- 80
Cooldown:- 15/
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Range:- 700
Spirit Fire
Nasus unleashes a spirit flame at a location, dealing damage and reducing the Armor of enemies who stand on it.
Cost:- 60/
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- 100
Cooldown:- 12
Range:- 650
Fury of the Sands
Nasus unleashes a mighty sandstorm that batters nearby enemies. While the storm rages, he gains increased Health, Attack Range, damages nearby enemies, has a reduced cooldown on Siphoning Strike, and gains bonus Armor and Magic Resistance.
Cost:- 100
Cooldown:- 120/
- 100/
- 80
Range:- 400
- Fighter,
- Tank
Patch 26.1 Nasus Changes
Quick overview of Nasus's optimal setup in League of Legends. Nasus's top build includes Armored Advance, Frozen Heart, Trinity Force, using Fleet Footwork, Triumph, Legend: Haste for maximum effectiveness. Nasus performs well against Ornn, Irelia, Darius but struggles against Illaoi, Gangplank, Tryndamere.
- Nasus's Top Build
- Nasus's Best Runes
- Nasus's Top Matchups
- Nasus's Counters
Nasus's base statistics in League of Legends. Nasus has 650 base health, 67 attack damage, 34 armor, and 32 magic resist. Understanding Nasus's stats is crucial for maximizing Nasus's effectiveness in lane and team fights. Compare Nasus's stats against other champions to see how Nasus ranks.
AP:0
AD:67(4 per level)
AS:0(3.48 per level)
Crit Chance:0%
Mana:326(62 per level)
Mana Regen:7(0.5 per level)
Health:650(104 per level)
Health Regen:9(0.9 per level)
Armor:34(4.7 per level)
MR:32(2.05 per level)
Speed:350
Attack Range:125(125 per level)
Nasus Early vs Late Game Performance's win rate varies throughout the game based on match duration. Nasus Early vs Late Game Performance peaks at 58.02% win rate in 50+ minute games, while performing lowest at 49.91% in 35 minute games. Understanding Nasus Early vs Late Game Performance's power spikes across game duration helps optimize your playstyle and decision-making.
Nasus's performance across key metrics in League of Legends. Early Game: 94.8%, Late Game: 66.3%, Objective Control: 79.7%, Supportive Strength: 59.5%, Creep Farming: 58.7%, Damage: 41.9%. These percentile rankings show how Nasus compares to other champions in each category.
Nasus demonstrates unique performance characteristics, with win rates showing a 5.9% decrease from Iron to Diamond tiers. This pattern suggests that Nasus may be more accessible for newer players while facing increased difficulty against higher-skilled opponents. In Iron tier, Nasus achieves a 54.1% win rate, which gradually declines to 48.2% in Diamond. This trend often indicates that Nasus's strengths can be more effectively countered by experienced players who understand the champion's weaknesses and trading patterns. The declining performance (Iron (54.1%), Bronze (53.2%), Silver (49.5%), Gold (52.6%), Platinum (53.6%)) suggests that while Nasus can be effective in lower ranks where opponents may not exploit vulnerabilities, higher-tier players are better equipped to neutralize Nasus's advantages. However, this doesn't mean Nasus 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 Nasus, how to play around counters, and maximizing value in favorable matchups. Success with Nasus at higher levels demands strong game sense, positioning, and the ability to adapt playstyle based on team compositions and enemy picks.
When to Pick Nasus
Strengths
- High win rate (52.12%) indicates strong meta position
- Strong matchups against Ornn and Irelia
- Optimal rune setup achieves 66.7% win rate
- Consistent performance throughout all game phases
Weaknesses
- Struggles against Illaoi (34.6% enemy WR)
- Requires safe laning to reach power spikes
- Requires proper positioning and cooldown management
- Can be punished by coordinated team play
Strategic Tips
Pick Nasus into favorable matchups like Ornn where you can dominate lane and snowball your lead.
Use the optimal $Precision + $Resolve rune setup for a $66.7% win rate.
Learn your champion's key item and level power spikes to maximize fight potential.
Nasus Overview - Frequently Asked Questions
What tier is Nasus in League of Legends?
Nasus is currently S tier in League of Legends patch 26.1. Nasus ranks among the top champions in the current meta.
What is Nasus's win rate?
Nasus has a 52.12% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.1. This win rate is calculated across all ranks and reflects Nasus's overall performance in ranked games.
Which champions are similar to Nasus?
Champions similar to Nasus include Naafiri, Volibear, and Yone. These champions share similar playstyles, abilities, or roles as Nasus in League of Legends.
How does Nasus perform during different match durations?
Nasus's performance varies throughout the game. Early game strength, mid game power spikes, and late game scaling all contribute to Nasus's overall effectiveness. Check the match duration win rate chart to see Nasus's performance at different game lengths.