Nocturne

Nocturne the Eternal Nightmare

51.79%WR
Nocturne S tier

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.

  • Nocturne passive ability - Umbra Blades - League of Legends
    Umbra Blades

    Umbra Blades

    Every few seconds, Nocturne's next attack strikes surrounding enemies for bonus physical damage and heals himself.

    Nocturne's basic attacks reduce this cooldown.

  • Nocturne Q ability - Duskbringer - League of Legends
    Duskbringer

    Duskbringer

    Nocturne throws a shadow blade that deals damage, leaves a Dusk Trail, and causes champions to leave a Dusk Trail. While on the trail, Nocturne can move through units and has increased Move Speed and Attack Damage.

    Cost:
    • 60/
    • 65/
    • 70/
    • 75/
    • 80
    Cooldown:
    • 8
    Range:
    • 1125
  • Nocturne W ability - Shroud of Darkness - League of Legends
    Shroud of Darkness

    Shroud of Darkness

    Nocturne empowers his blades, passively gaining Attack Speed. Activating Shroud of Darkness allows Nocturne to fade into the shadows, creating a magical barrier which blocks a single enemy ability and doubles his passive Attack Speed if successful.

    Cost:
    • 50
    Cooldown:
    • 20/
    • 18/
    • 16/
    • 14/
    • 12
    Range:
    • 20
  • Nocturne E ability - Unspeakable Horror - League of Legends
    Unspeakable Horror

    Unspeakable Horror

    Nocturne plants a nightmare into his target's mind, dealing damage each second and applying fear to the target if they do not get out of range by the end of the duration.

    Cost:
    • 60/
    • 65/
    • 70/
    • 75/
    • 80
    Cooldown:
    • 15/
    • 14/
    • 13/
    • 12/
    • 11
    Range:
    • 425
  • Nocturne R ultimate ability - Paranoia - League of Legends
    Paranoia

    Paranoia

    Nocturne reduces the sight radius of all enemy champions and removes their ally vision in the process. He can then launch himself at a nearby enemy champion.

    Cost:
    • 100
    Cooldown:
    • 140/
    • 115/
    • 90
    Range:
    • 2500/
    • 3250/
    • 4000
Classes:
  • Fighter,
  • Assassin
Patch:26.1
Sample Size:687,817 ranked games
Lane:All Lanes
Tier:All Tiers
Last Updated:

Patch 26.1 Nocturne Changes

Win Rate
Patch 25.2449.58%
Patch 26.151.79%
+2.21%
Pick Rate
Patch 25.242.54%
Patch 26.12.54%
0.00%

Quick overview of Nocturne's optimal setup in League of Legends. Nocturne's top build includes Boots of Swiftness, Stridebreaker, Experimental Hexplate, using Lethal Tempo, Triumph, Legend: Alacrity for maximum effectiveness. Nocturne performs well against Kindred, Udyr, Shaco but struggles against Nunu, Zac, Rammus.

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 power AP:0
  • Nocturne attack damage AD:62(2.6 per level)
  • Nocturne attack speed AS:0(2.7 per level)
  • Nocturne critical strike chance Crit Chance:0%
  • Nocturne mana Mana:275(35 per level)
  • Nocturne mana regen Mana Regen:7(0.45 per level)
  • Nocturne health Health:655(109 per level)
  • Nocturne health regen Health Regen:7(0.75 per level)
  • Nocturne armor Armor:38(4.2 per level)
  • Nocturne magic resistance MR:32(1.55 per level)
  • Nocturne movement speed Speed:345
  • Nocturne attack range Attack Range:125(125 per level)
Compare Against Other Champions

Nocturne Early vs Late Game Performance's win rate varies throughout the game based on match duration. Nocturne Early vs Late Game Performance peaks at 59.14% win rate in 50+ minute games, while performing lowest at 46.51% in 40 minute games. Understanding Nocturne Early vs Late Game Performance's power spikes across game duration helps optimize your playstyle and decision-making.

Nocturne's performance across key metrics in League of Legends. Early Game: 93.0%, Late Game: 64.0%, Objective Control: 50.6%, Supportive Strength: 74.1%, Creep Farming: 19.8%, Damage: 26.2%. These percentile rankings show how Nocturne compares to other champions in each category.

Champions similar to Nocturne include Naafiri, Volibear, Yone. 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.

Nocturne demonstrates unique performance characteristics, with win rates showing a 3.5% decrease from Iron to Diamond tiers. This pattern suggests that Nocturne may be more accessible for newer players while facing increased difficulty against higher-skilled opponents. In Iron tier, Nocturne achieves a 50.2% win rate, which gradually declines to 46.8% in Diamond. This trend often indicates that Nocturne's strengths can be more effectively countered by experienced players who understand the champion's weaknesses and trading patterns. The declining performance (Iron (50.2%), Bronze (55.3%), Silver (54.0%), Gold (50.8%), Platinum (50.1%)) suggests that while Nocturne can be effective in lower ranks where opponents may not exploit vulnerabilities, higher-tier players are better equipped to neutralize Nocturne's advantages. However, this doesn't mean Nocturne 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 Nocturne, how to play around counters, and maximizing value in favorable matchups. Success with Nocturne at higher levels demands strong game sense, positioning, and the ability to adapt playstyle based on team compositions and enemy picks.

When to Pick Nocturne

Nocturne is a S tier champion with a 51.79% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.1. Similar champions include Naafiri, Volibear, Yone. Nocturne struggles against Nunu & Willump and Zac.

Strengths

  • Solid win rate (51.79%) shows reliable performance
  • Strong matchups against Kindred and Udyr
  • Optimal rune setup achieves 70.0% win rate
  • Consistent performance throughout all game phases

Weaknesses

  • Struggles against Nunu & Willump (39.1% 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 Kindred where you can dominate lane and snowball your lead.

2
Rune Selection

Use the optimal $Precision + $Domination rune setup for a $70.0% win rate.

3
Power Spikes

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

Nocturne Overview - Frequently Asked Questions

What tier is Nocturne in League of Legends?

Nocturne is currently S tier in League of Legends patch 26.1. Nocturne ranks among the top champions in the current meta.

What is Nocturne's win rate?

Nocturne has a 51.79% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.1. 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 Naafiri, Volibear, and Yone. 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.