Olaf the Berserker
An unstoppable force of destruction, the axe-wielding Olaf wants nothing but to die in glorious combat. Hailing from the brutal Freljordian peninsula of Lokfar, he once received a prophecy foretelling his peaceful passing—a coward's fate, and a great insult among his people. Seeking death, and fueled by rage, he rampaged across the land, slaughtering scores of great warriors and legendary beasts in search of any opponent who could stop him. Now a brutal enforcer for the Winter's Claw, he seeks his end in the great wars to come.
Berserker Rage
Olaf gains Attack Speed and Life Steal based on his missing Health.
Undertow
Olaf throws an axe into the ground at a target location, dealing damage to enemies it passes through and reducing their Armor and Move Speed. If Olaf picks up the axe, the ability's cooldown is reset.
Cost:- 50/
- 55/
- 60/
- 65/
- 70
Cooldown:- 9
Range:- 1000
Tough It Out
Olaf's Attack Speed is increased and he gains a Shield.
Cost:- 50
Cooldown:- 16/
- 15/
- 14/
- 13/
- 12
Range:- 700
Reckless Swing
Olaf attacks with such force that it deals true damage to his target and himself, refunding the Health cost if he destroys the target.
Cost:- 0
Cooldown:- 11/
- 10/
- 9/
- 8/
- 7
Range:- 325
Ragnarok
Olaf passively gains increased armor and magic resist. He can activate this ability to become immune to disables for as long as he keeps attacking.
Cost:- 100
Cooldown:- 100/
- 90/
- 80
Range:- 400
- Fighter,
- Tank
Patch 26.1 Olaf Changes
Quick overview of Olaf's optimal setup in League of Legends. Olaf's top build includes Ionian Boots of Lucidity, Stridebreaker, Death's Dance, using Conqueror, Triumph, Legend: Alacrity for maximum effectiveness. Olaf performs well against Tryndamere, Jax, Ornn but struggles against Yone, Illaoi, Nasus.
- Olaf's Top Build
- Olaf's Best Runes
- Olaf's Top Matchups
- Olaf's Counters
Olaf's base statistics in League of Legends. Olaf has 645 base health, 68 attack damage, 35 armor, and 32 magic resist. Understanding Olaf's stats is crucial for maximizing Olaf's effectiveness in lane and team fights. Compare Olaf's stats against other champions to see how Olaf ranks.
AP:0
AD:68(4.7 per level)
AS:0(2.7 per level)
Crit Chance:0%
Mana:316(50 per level)
Mana Regen:7(0.6 per level)
Health:645(119 per level)
Health Regen:6(0.6 per level)
Armor:35(4.2 per level)
MR:32(2.05 per level)
Speed:350
Attack Range:125(125 per level)
Olaf Early vs Late Game Performance's win rate varies throughout the game based on match duration. Olaf Early vs Late Game Performance peaks at 51.12% win rate in 30 minute games, while performing lowest at 44.33% in 45 minute games. Understanding Olaf Early vs Late Game Performance's power spikes across game duration helps optimize your playstyle and decision-making.
Olaf's performance across key metrics in League of Legends. Early Game: 43.6%, Late Game: 12.2%, Objective Control: 82.0%, Supportive Strength: 55.8%, Creep Farming: 59.9%, Damage: 73.3%. These percentile rankings show how Olaf compares to other champions in each category.
Olaf demonstrates unique performance characteristics, with win rates showing a 3.3% decrease from Iron to Diamond tiers. This pattern suggests that Olaf may be more accessible for newer players while facing increased difficulty against higher-skilled opponents. In Iron tier, Olaf achieves a 46.6% win rate, which gradually declines to 43.4% in Diamond. This trend often indicates that Olaf's strengths can be more effectively countered by experienced players who understand the champion's weaknesses and trading patterns. The declining performance (Iron (46.6%), Bronze (47.8%), Silver (46.6%), Gold (50.6%), Platinum (49.2%)) suggests that while Olaf can be effective in lower ranks where opponents may not exploit vulnerabilities, higher-tier players are better equipped to neutralize Olaf's advantages. However, this doesn't mean Olaf 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 Olaf, how to play around counters, and maximizing value in favorable matchups. Success with Olaf at higher levels demands strong game sense, positioning, and the ability to adapt playstyle based on team compositions and enemy picks.
When to Pick Olaf
Strengths
- Rewarding champion when mastered properly
- Strong matchups against Tryndamere and Jax
- Optimal rune setup achieves 66.7% win rate
- Consistent performance throughout all game phases
Weaknesses
- Struggles against Yone (17.4% enemy WR)
- Requires safe laning to reach power spikes
- Below average win rate suggests high skill floor
- Can be punished by coordinated team play
Strategic Tips
Pick Olaf into favorable matchups like Tryndamere where you can dominate lane and snowball your lead.
Use the optimal $Precision + $Inspiration rune setup for a $66.7% win rate.
Learn your champion's key item and level power spikes to maximize fight potential.
Olaf Overview - Frequently Asked Questions
What tier is Olaf in League of Legends?
Olaf is currently F tier in League of Legends patch 26.1. Olaf ranks among the top champions in the current meta.
What is Olaf's win rate?
Olaf has a 48.1% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.1. This win rate is calculated across all ranks and reflects Olaf's overall performance in ranked games.
Which champions are similar to Olaf?
Champions similar to Olaf include Naafiri, Volibear, and Yone. These champions share similar playstyles, abilities, or roles as Olaf in League of Legends.
How does Olaf perform during different match durations?
Olaf's performance varies throughout the game. Early game strength, mid game power spikes, and late game scaling all contribute to Olaf's overall effectiveness. Check the match duration win rate chart to see Olaf's performance at different game lengths.