Riven the Exile
Once a swordmaster in the warhosts of Noxus, Riven is an expatriate in a land she previously tried to conquer. She rose through the ranks on the strength of her conviction and brutal efficiency, and was rewarded with a legendary runic blade and a warband of her own. However, on the Ionian front, Riven's faith in her homeland was tested and ultimately broken. Having severed all ties to the empire, she now seeks to find her place in a shattered world, even as rumors abound that Noxus itself has been reforged...
Runic Blade
Riven's abilities charge her blade, and her basic attacks expend charges to deal an additional damage.
Broken Wings
Riven lashes out in a series of strikes. This ability can be reactivated three times in a short time frame with the third hit knocking back nearby enemies.
Cost:- 0
Cooldown:- 13
Range:- 275
Ki Burst
Riven emits a Ki Burst, damaging and stunning nearby enemies.
Cost:- 0
Cooldown:- 11/
- 10/
- 9/
- 8/
- 7
Range:- 260
Valor
Riven steps forward a short distance and blocks incoming damage.
Cost:- 0
Cooldown:- 10/
- 9/
- 8/
- 7/
- 6
Range:- 250
Blade of the Exile
Riven empowers her keepsake weapon with energy, and gains Attack Damage and Range. During this time, she also gains the ability to use Wind Slash, a powerful ranged attack, once.
Cost:- 0
Cooldown:- 120/
- 90/
- 60
Range:- 200
- Fighter,
- Assassin
Patch 26.1 Riven Changes
Quick overview of Riven's optimal setup in League of Legends. Riven's top build includes Boots of Swiftness, Axiom Arc, Sundered Sky, using Conqueror, Triumph, Legend: Haste for maximum effectiveness. Riven performs well against Yasuo, Irelia, Gwen but struggles against Ornn, Illaoi, Shen.
- Riven's Top Build
- Riven's Best Runes
- Riven's Top Matchups
- Riven's Counters
Riven's base statistics in League of Legends. Riven has 630 base health, 64 attack damage, 33 armor, and 32 magic resist. Understanding Riven's stats is crucial for maximizing Riven's effectiveness in lane and team fights. Compare Riven's stats against other champions to see how Riven ranks.
AP:0
AD:64(3 per level)
AS:0(3.5 per level)
Crit Chance:0%
Mana:0(0 per level)
Mana Regen:0(0 per level)
Health:630(100 per level)
Health Regen:8(0.5 per level)
Armor:33(4.4 per level)
MR:32(2.05 per level)
Speed:340
Attack Range:125(125 per level)
Riven Early vs Late Game Performance's win rate varies throughout the game based on match duration. Riven Early vs Late Game Performance peaks at 52.42% win rate in 40 minute games, while performing lowest at 46.79% in 15 minute games. Understanding Riven Early vs Late Game Performance's power spikes across game duration helps optimize your playstyle and decision-making.
Riven's performance across key metrics in League of Legends. Early Game: 34.9%, Late Game: 58.7%, Objective Control: 70.9%, Supportive Strength: 56.0%, Creep Farming: 67.4%, Damage: 34.9%. These percentile rankings show how Riven compares to other champions in each category.
Riven exhibits a notable skill ceiling, with win rates increasing as player skill level rises across ranked tiers. Analysis of Riven's performance shows a 10.6% win rate difference between Iron and Diamond tiers, indicating that Riven rewards mechanical mastery and game knowledge. In lower tiers like Iron (41.8% win rate), players may struggle to execute Riven's full potential due to the champion's technical demands. However, as players climb to higher tiers such as Diamond (52.5% win rate), Riven's win rate improves significantly. This upward trend across ranks demonstrates that Riven 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 Riven should focus on mechanical practice, studying high-level gameplay, and understanding matchup-specific strategies. The data across tiers (Iron (41.8%), Bronze (46.6%), Silver (46.9%), Gold (49.1%), Platinum (50.1%)) clearly shows that investing time to learn Riven's intricacies pays dividends at higher levels of play, making Riven an excellent choice for dedicated players seeking a rewarding champion to master.
When to Pick Riven
Strengths
- Rewarding champion when mastered properly
- Strong matchups against Yasuo and Irelia
- Optimal rune setup achieves 66.7% win rate
- Consistent performance throughout all game phases
Weaknesses
- Struggles against Ornn (30.2% 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 Riven into favorable matchups like Yasuo 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.
Riven Overview - Frequently Asked Questions
What tier is Riven in League of Legends?
Riven is currently C tier in League of Legends patch 26.1. Riven ranks among the top champions in the current meta.
What is Riven's win rate?
Riven has a 49.53% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.1. This win rate is calculated across all ranks and reflects Riven's overall performance in ranked games.
Which champions are similar to Riven?
Champions similar to Riven include Naafiri, Volibear, and Yone. These champions share similar playstyles, abilities, or roles as Riven in League of Legends.
How does Riven perform during different match durations?
Riven's performance varies throughout the game. Early game strength, mid game power spikes, and late game scaling all contribute to Riven's overall effectiveness. Check the match duration win rate chart to see Riven's performance at different game lengths.