Nocturne - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
51.9%
Pick Rate
4.7%

Nocturnethe Eternal Nightmare

SFighterAssassin
Patch26.11
Matches776,441
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedJun 3, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

A demonic amalgamation drawn from the nightmares that haunt every sentient mind, the thing known as Nocturne has become a primordial force of pure evil. It is liquidly chaotic in aspect, a faceless shadow with cold eyes and armed with wicked-looking blades. After freeing itself from the spirit realm, Nocturne descended upon the waking world, to feed upon the kind of terror that can only thrive in true darkness.

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Patch 26.11 Nocturne Changes

Win Rate
Patch 26.1051.35%
Patch 26.1151.49%
+0.14%
Pick Rate
Patch 26.100.00%
Patch 26.110.00%
0.00%

Quick overview of Nocturne's optimal setup in League of Legends. Nocturne's top build includes Berserker's Greaves, Stridebreaker, Death's Dance, using Hail of Blades, Sudden Impact, Grisly Mementos for maximum effectiveness. Nocturne performs well against XinZhao, Sejuani, Quinn but struggles against Nunu, Jax, Volibear.

Nocturne's base statistics in League of Legends. Nocturne has 655 base health, 62 attack damage, 38 armor, and 32 magic resist. Understanding Nocturne's stats is crucial for maximizing Nocturne's effectiveness in lane and team fights. Compare Nocturne's stats against other champions to see how Nocturne ranks.

  • Nocturne ability powerAP:0+0/lvl
  • Nocturne attack damageAD:62+0/lvl
  • Nocturne attack speedAS:0+2.7/lvl
  • Nocturne critical strike chanceCrit %:0%+0%/lvl
  • Nocturne manaMana:275+35/lvl
  • Nocturne mana regenMana Regen:7+0.45/lvl
  • Nocturne healthHealth:655+109/lvl
  • Nocturne health regenHealth Regen:7+0.75/lvl
  • Nocturne armorArmor:38+4.2/lvl
  • Nocturne magic resistanceMR:32+1.55/lvl
  • Nocturne movement speedSpeed:345
  • Nocturne attack rangeAttack Range:125
Compare Against Other Champions

Nocturne ranks in the 93.6 percentile for early game strength, 48.3 percentile for late game scaling, 48.1 percentile for objective control, 74.4 percentile for support strength, 15.7 percentile for creep farming, and 23.3 percentile for damage output.

Nocturne exhibits a notable skill ceiling, with win rates increasing as player skill level rises across ranked tiers. Analysis of Nocturne's performance shows a 15.1% win rate difference between Iron and Diamond tiers, indicating that Nocturne rewards mechanical mastery and game knowledge. In lower tiers like Iron (41.9% win rate), players may struggle to execute Nocturne's full potential due to the champion's technical demands. However, as players climb to higher tiers such as Diamond (56.9% win rate), Nocturne's win rate improves significantly. This upward trend across ranks demonstrates that Nocturne 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 Nocturne should focus on mechanical practice, studying high-level gameplay, and understanding matchup-specific strategies. The data across tiers (Iron (41.9%), Bronze (51.0%), Silver (53.3%), Gold (53.8%), Platinum (53.8%)) clearly shows that investing time to learn Nocturne's intricacies pays dividends at higher levels of play, making Nocturne an excellent choice for dedicated players seeking a rewarding champion to master.

Champions similar to Nocturne include Aatrox, Ambessa, Elise. These champions share similar playstyles, ability kits, or strategic roles as Nocturne in League of Legends. If you enjoy playing Nocturne, consider trying these champions to expand your champion pool while maintaining a familiar playstyle.

When to Pick Nocturne

Nocturne is a S tier champion with a 51.85% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.11. Similar champions include Aatrox, Ambessa, Elise. Nocturne struggles against Nunu & Willump and Jax.

Strengths

  • Solid win rate (51.85%) shows reliable performance
  • Strong matchups against Xin Zhao and Sejuani
  • Optimal rune setup achieves 81.3% win rate
  • Consistent performance throughout all game phases

Weaknesses

  • Struggles against Nunu & Willump (35.8% enemy WR)
  • Requires safe laning to reach power spikes
  • Requires proper positioning and cooldown management
  • Can be punished by coordinated team play

Strategic Tips

1

Optimal Matchups

Pick Nocturne into favorable matchups like Xin Zhao where you can dominate lane and snowball your lead.

2

Rune Selection

Use the optimal Domination + Precision rune setup for a 81.3% win rate.

3

Power Spikes

Learn your champion's key item and level power spikes to maximize fight potential.

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Nocturne Overview - Frequently Asked Questions

What tier is Nocturne in League of Legends?

Nocturne is currently S tier in League of Legends patch 26.11. Nocturne ranks among the top champions in the current meta.

What is Nocturne's win rate?

Nocturne has a 51.85% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.11. This win rate is calculated across all ranks and reflects Nocturne's overall performance in ranked games.

Which champions are similar to Nocturne?

Champions similar to Nocturne include Aatrox, Ambessa, and Elise. These champions share similar playstyles, abilities, or roles as Nocturne in League of Legends.

How does Nocturne perform during different match durations?

Nocturne's performance varies throughout the game. Early game strength, mid game power spikes, and late game scaling all contribute to Nocturne's overall effectiveness. Check the match duration win rate chart to see Nocturne's performance at different game lengths.