Swain, League of Legends champion
Win Rate
51.0%
Pick Rate
3.6%
Ban Rate
4.8%

Swain ARAM Build & Stats

Swain A TierMageSupport
Patch
26.20
Games
7,187
Lane
All Lanes
Tier
All Tiers
Last Updated
Oct 20, 2026 UTC
Methodology
Data Methodology

Patch 26.20 Swain ARAM stats show Swain with a 63.8% win rate and ranking #1 in ARAM mode. Discover Swain's best teammates, counters, and ARAM builds to dominate the Howling Abyss.

Swain ARAM Performance

Swain S Tier
63.8%Win Rate
0.8%Pick Rate
#1Win Rank
1,089Matches

Combat Stats

9.7Kills
7.6Deaths
27.7Assists

Damage Stats

31,151Dealt
50,422Taken
12,626Gold

Utility Stats

21,940Healing
0Shielding
Swain is a S tier champion in League of Legends ARAM with a 63.8% win rate and a 0.8% pick rate. Swain ranks #1 among all ARAM champions. In terms of playstyle, Swain excels at dealing damage, absorbing damage, healing and support, staying alive.
Fair sampleBased on 1,089 matches. That is enough matches for these numbers to be a fair guide, though they will still move between patches.

📊Swain ARAM Mayhem Playstyle Profile

See how Swain compares to all other champions in ARAM. Higher percentiles indicate stronger performance in each category.

⚔️Damage DealerTop 12%

Swain is an elite damage dealer, outperforming 88% of ARAM champions in damage output.

🛡️Tank / FrontlineTop 5%

Swain excels at absorbing damage, tanking more than 95% of all ARAM champions.

💚Healer / SupportTop 2%

Swain is a top-tier healer, providing more sustain than 98% of ARAM champions.

💀KDA / SurvivalTop 5%

Swain maintains exceptional KDA, dying less and securing more kills than 95% of champions.

Playstyle Analysis

Based on performance data from 1,089 ARAM matches, Swain plays best as a damage carry and frontline tank and team healer and consistent performer. With elite-level stats in their primary role, Swain is highly impactful when played correctly.

To optimize Swain's ARAM build for Patch 16.20, prioritize the highest win-rate items. The top-performing build features Malignance, Rylai's Crystal Scepter, Spirit Visage as core items, achieving a 87.5% win rate. Sorcerer's Shoes is the recommended boots choice for this build. The top 3 builds average 84.0% win rate. Keep adjusting your build to the enemy team as each game develops.

Rank
Core Items
Situational
Boots
Tier
Win Rate
WR Diff
Matches
1
Malignance - Core item 1 for Swain ARAM buildRylai's Crystal Scepter - Core item 2 for Swain ARAM buildSpirit Visage - Core item 3 for Swain ARAM build
Unending Despair - Situational item option for Swain ARAM build
Sorcerer's Shoes - Recommended boots for Swain ARAM build
S Tier87.5%+23.7%16
2
Rod of Ages - Core item 1 for Swain ARAM buildRiftmaker - Core item 2 for Swain ARAM buildZhonya's Hourglass - Core item 3 for Swain ARAM build
Spirit Visage - Situational item option for Swain ARAM buildRylai's Crystal Scepter - Situational item option for Swain ARAM build
Mercury's Treads - Recommended boots for Swain ARAM build
S Tier83.3%+19.5%6
3
Rod of Ages - Core item 1 for Swain ARAM buildRiftmaker - Core item 2 for Swain ARAM buildSpirit Visage - Core item 3 for Swain ARAM build
Unending Despair - Situational item option for Swain ARAM buildArchangel's Staff - Situational item option for Swain ARAM build
Mercury's Treads - Recommended boots for Swain ARAM build
A Tier81.3%+17.4%16
4
Rod of Ages - Core item 1 for Swain ARAM buildRylai's Crystal Scepter - Core item 2 for Swain ARAM buildThornmail - Core item 3 for Swain ARAM build
Unending Despair - Situational item option for Swain ARAM buildSpirit Visage - Situational item option for Swain ARAM build
Mercury's Treads - Recommended boots for Swain ARAM build
A Tier80.0%+16.2%5
5
Rod of Ages - Core item 1 for Swain ARAM buildRiftmaker - Core item 2 for Swain ARAM buildHeartsteel - Core item 3 for Swain ARAM build
Spirit Visage - Situational item option for Swain ARAM buildThornmail - Situational item option for Swain ARAM build
Mercury's Treads - Recommended boots for Swain ARAM build
A Tier80.0%+16.2%5
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Champions that synergize best with Swain in ARAM. Playing with these teammates increases your win rate.

Champion
Win Rate
WR Diff
Kayn - Best ARAM ally for SwainKayn100.0%+36.2%
Urgot - Best ARAM ally for SwainUrgot92.9%+29.0%
Ornn - Best ARAM ally for SwainOrnn86.7%+22.8%
Warwick - Best ARAM ally for SwainWarwick86.7%+22.8%
Nunu & Willump - Best ARAM ally for SwainNunu & Willump86.7%+22.8%

Champions that counter Swain in ARAM. Be careful when facing these opponents on the Howling Abyss.

Champion
Win Rate vs
WR Diff
Riven - Swain ARAM counterRiven33.3%-30.5%
Rell - Swain ARAM counterRell33.3%-30.5%
Nilah - Swain ARAM counterNilah33.3%-30.5%
Zaahen - Swain ARAM counterZaahen40.0%-23.8%
Yuumi - Swain ARAM counterYuumi45.0%-18.8%

Champions that Swain performs best against in ARAM. Target these matchups for higher win rates.

Champion
Win Rate vs
WR Diff
Skarner - Swain beats in ARAMSkarner93.3%+29.5%
Poppy - Swain beats in ARAMPoppy91.7%+27.8%
Cassiopeia - Swain beats in ARAMCassiopeia91.3%+27.5%
Hecarim - Swain beats in ARAMHecarim88.9%+25.1%
K'Sante - Swain beats in ARAMK'Sante85.7%+21.9%

Is Swain Good in ARAM?

Swain is currently a S-tier champion in ARAM (Patch 16.20), making them one of the strongest picks.63.8% win rate Ranked #1 among all champions,Swain performs above average in ARAM mode.

Swain ARAM Performance Analysis

In ARAM, Swain averages 9.7/7.6/27.7 KDA across 1,089 analyzed matches. This bruiser playstyle excels at dealing damage, ranking in the top 11.560000000000002% of ARAM damage dealers while also absorbing significant damage for the team, with a focus on keeping teammates alive through sustain. Swain maintains excellent survivability, ranking in the top 4.6200000000000045% for KDA.

With a 0.8% pick rate, Swain sees more specialized usage. The above-average performance rewards players who master Swain's kit.

Best Champions to Play With Swain

Team composition matters in ARAM. Swain performs exceptionally well alongside Kayn, achieving a combined 100.0% win rate when on the same team.

Other strong allies include Urgot (92.9% win rate) Ornn (86.7% win rate).. Look for these synergies when your team is rolling for champions.

Swain Counters in ARAM

Be cautious when facing Riven, who counters Swain with a 33.3% win rate against them. Rell and Nilah also pose challenges.

Adjust your positioning and itemization when facing these threats.

Optimal Swain ARAM Build Path

The highest win rate build for Swain features Malignance, Rylai's Crystal Scepter, Spirit Visage as core items.87.5% win rate. Sorcerer's Shoes is recommended for mobility.

Since ARAM is a single-lane constant teamfight mode, prioritize items that enhance your combat effectiveness immediately.

Tips for Playing Swain in ARAM

🎯
Team Fight Positioning

As a tank, position in front to absorb skillshots and initiate fights. Use the brush strategically.

💰
Item Priority

Build damage items early in ARAM for maximum impact. Rush Malignance for your first major power spike.

❄️
ARAM-Specific Strategy

Prioritize keeping your damage dealers alive. Position safely and time your heals for maximum value.

Final Verdict: Should You Play Swain in ARAM?

Swain is exceptional in ARAM with a 63.8% win rate. Highly recommended for climbing!

Data based on Patch 16.20. Keep checking back as Swain's performance may change with balance updates. Analysis based on 1,089 matches.

Similar Utility Champions in ARAM

These champions play the same lane as Swain in Summoner's Rift and perform well in ARAM. If you enjoy playing Swain, you might also excel with these picks on the Howling Abyss.

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Swain ARAM FAQ - Patch 16.20

Is Swain good in ARAM?

Swain is a S tier champion in ARAM with a 63.8% win rate and ranks #1 among all champions. That makes Swain one of the stronger picks on the Howling Abyss.

What is the best ARAM build for Swain?

The highest win rate ARAM build for Swain runs Malignance, Rylai's Crystal Scepter, Spirit Visage as core items, at a 87.5% win rate. Sorcerer's Shoes is the recommended boots choice. ARAM is one continuous fight, so items with immediate combat value come before greedy scaling.

Which champions pair well with Swain in ARAM?

The best teammate for Swain in ARAM is Kayn, at a 100.0% win rate when the two are on the same team. Other strong allies include Urgot, Ornn. Look for these champions on your side to improve your odds.

Who counters Swain in ARAM?

Riven is the biggest counter to Swain in ARAM, winning 33.3% of games against them. Other difficult matchups include Rell, Nilah. Adjust your positioning and your build when you see these champions.

What is Swain's ARAM win rate?

Swain has a 63.8% win rate in ARAM on patch 16.20, ranking #1 among all champions. The pick rate is 0.8% across 1,089 analysed matches.

What tier is Swain in ARAM?

Swain is rated S tier in ARAM on patch 16.20. S-tier champions are the strongest picks, with the highest win rates. Tiers come from win rate and pick rate together with how many matches sit behind them.

Swain ARAM Runes and Damage

The most common Swain ARAM rune page starts with Conqueror: 37% of games, 65.3% win rate over 398 games.

Damage per minute
1,735
Gold per minute
703
Healing per minute
1,222
KDA
4.91

Most played rune page

ConquerorPresence of MindLegend: HasteLast Stand
ResolveConditioningOvergrowth
Adaptive Force (offense) · Adaptive Force (flex) · Health Scaling (defense)
65.3% · 398 games · 37%

Second rune page

ConquerorPresence of MindLegend: HasteCoup de Grace
DominationCheap ShotUltimate Hunter
Adaptive Force (offense) · Adaptive Force (flex) · Health Scaling (defense)
60.8% · 181 games · 17%

ARAM samples are much smaller than ranked; rune pages under 30 games are not shown.