
Talonthe Blade's Shadow
Talon is the knife in the darkness, a merciless killer able to strike without warning and escape before any alarm is raised. He carved out a dangerous reputation on the brutal streets of Noxus, where he was forced to fight, kill, and steal to survive. Adopted by the notorious Du Couteau family, he now plies his deadly trade at the empire's command, assassinating enemy leaders, captains, and heroes… as well as any Noxian foolish enough to earn the scorn of their masters.
Patch 26.5 Talon Changes
Quick overview of Talon's optimal setup in League of Legends. Talon's top build includes Mercury's Treads, Axiom Arc, Edge of Night, using Electrocute, Sudden Impact, Grisly Mementos for maximum effectiveness. Talon performs well against Ekko, JarvanIV, AurelionSol but struggles against Hecarim, Nunu, Yasuo.
- Talon's Top Build
- Talon's Best Runes
- Talon's Top Matchups
- Talon's Counters
Talon's base statistics in League of Legends. Talon has 658 base health, 68 attack damage, 30 armor, and 36 magic resist. Understanding Talon's stats is crucial for maximizing Talon's effectiveness in lane and team fights. Compare Talon's stats against other champions to see how Talon ranks.
AP:0
AD:68(0 per level)
AS:0(2.9 per level)
Crit %:0%
Mana:400(37 per level)
Mana Regen:7(0.8 per level)
Health:658(109 per level)
Health Regen:8(0.75 per level)
Armor:30(4.7 per level)
MR:36(2.05 per level)
Speed:335
Attack Range:125(125 per level)
Talon Early vs Late Game Performance's win rate varies throughout the game based on match duration. Talon Early vs Late Game Performance peaks at 57.45% win rate in 50+ minute games, while performing lowest at 43.94% in 25 minute games. Understanding Talon Early vs Late Game Performance's power spikes across game duration helps optimize your playstyle and decision-making.
Talon ranks in the 12.8 percentile for early game strength, 26.2 percentile for late game scaling, 50.6 percentile for objective control, 44.5 percentile for support strength, 37.8 percentile for creep farming, and 66.3 percentile for damage output.
Talon demonstrates unique performance characteristics, with win rates showing a 5.3% decrease from Iron to Diamond tiers. This pattern suggests that Talon may be more accessible for newer players while facing increased difficulty against higher-skilled opponents. In Iron tier, Talon achieves a 58.8% win rate, which gradually declines to 53.5% in Diamond. This trend often indicates that Talon's strengths can be more effectively countered by experienced players who understand the champion's weaknesses and trading patterns. The declining performance (Iron (58.8%), Bronze (40.2%), Silver (43.3%), Gold (42.1%), Platinum (49.6%)) suggests that while Talon can be effective in lower ranks where opponents may not exploit vulnerabilities, higher-tier players are better equipped to neutralize Talon's advantages. However, this doesn't mean Talon 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 Talon, how to play around counters, and maximizing value in favorable matchups. Success with Talon at higher levels demands strong game sense, positioning, and the ability to adapt playstyle based on team compositions and enemy picks.
When to Pick Talon
Strengths
- Rewarding champion when mastered properly
- Strong matchups against Ekko and Jarvan IV
- Optimal rune setup achieves 55.6% win rate
- Consistent performance throughout all game phases
Weaknesses
- Struggles against Hecarim (26.1% 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 Talon into favorable matchups like Ekko where you can dominate lane and snowball your lead.
Use the optimal Domination + Sorcery rune setup for a 55.6% win rate.
Learn your champion's key item and level power spikes to maximize fight potential.
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Talon Overview - Frequently Asked Questions
What tier is Talon in League of Legends?
Talon is currently F tier in League of Legends patch 26.5. Talon ranks among the top champions in the current meta.
What is Talon's win rate?
Talon has a 47.76% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.5. This win rate is calculated across all ranks and reflects Talon's overall performance in ranked games.
Which champions are similar to Talon?
Champions similar to Talon include Akali, Elise, and Ekko. These champions share similar playstyles, abilities, or roles as Talon in League of Legends.
How does Talon perform during different match durations?
Talon's performance varies throughout the game. Early game strength, mid game power spikes, and late game scaling all contribute to Talon's overall effectiveness. Check the match duration win rate chart to see Talon's performance at different game lengths.







