Varus - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
48.1%
Pick Rate
2.5%

Varusthe Arrow of Retribution

FMarksmanMage
Patch26.5
Matches469,660
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedMar 14, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

One of the ancient darkin, Varus was a deadly killer who loved to torment his foes, driving them almost to insanity before delivering the killing arrow. He was imprisoned at the end of the Great Darkin War, but escaped centuries later in the remade flesh of two Ionian hunters—they had unwittingly released him, cursed to bear the bow containing his bound essence. Varus now seeks out those who trapped him, in order to enact his brutal vengeance, but the mortal souls within still resist him every step of the way.

Patch 26.5 Varus Changes

Win Rate
Patch 26.447.16%
Patch 26.548.14%
+0.99%
Pick Rate
Patch 26.40.00%
Patch 26.50.00%
0.00%

Quick overview of Varus's optimal setup in League of Legends. Varus's top build includes Gunmetal Greaves, Riftmaker, Nashor's Tooth, using Press the Attack, Triumph, Legend: Alacrity for maximum effectiveness. Varus performs well against Sett, Vayne, Kaisa but struggles against Darius, Smolder, Sivir.

Varus's base statistics in League of Legends. Varus has 600 base health, 59 attack damage, 24 armor, and 30 magic resist. Understanding Varus's stats is crucial for maximizing Varus's effectiveness in lane and team fights. Compare Varus's stats against other champions to see how Varus ranks.

  • Varus ability power AP:0
  • Varus attack damage AD:59(0 per level)
  • Varus attack speed AS:0(3.5 per level)
  • Varus critical strike chance Crit %:0%
  • Varus mana Mana:320(40 per level)
  • Varus mana regen Mana Regen:8(0.8 per level)
  • Varus health Health:600(105 per level)
  • Varus health regen Health Regen:3(0.55 per level)
  • Varus armor Armor:24(4 per level)
  • Varus magic resistance MR:30(1.3 per level)
  • Varus movement speed Speed:330
  • Varus attack range Attack Range:575(575 per level)
Compare Against Other Champions

Varus Early vs Late Game Performance's win rate varies throughout the game based on match duration. Varus Early vs Late Game Performance peaks at 55.10% win rate in 20 minute games, while performing lowest at 40.27% in 45 minute games. Understanding Varus Early vs Late Game Performance's power spikes across game duration helps optimize your playstyle and decision-making.

Varus ranks in the 73.8 percentile for early game strength, 5.2 percentile for late game scaling, 62.6 percentile for objective control, 29.4 percentile for support strength, 75.0 percentile for creep farming, and 79.1 percentile for damage output.

Champions similar to Varus include Elise, Ekko, Draven. These champions share similar playstyles, ability kits, or strategic roles as Varus in League of Legends. If you enjoy playing Varus, consider trying these champions to expand your champion pool while maintaining a familiar playstyle.

Varus demonstrates unique performance characteristics, with win rates showing a 7.6% decrease from Iron to Diamond tiers. This pattern suggests that Varus may be more accessible for newer players while facing increased difficulty against higher-skilled opponents. In Iron tier, Varus achieves a 53.8% win rate, which gradually declines to 46.2% in Diamond. This trend often indicates that Varus's strengths can be more effectively countered by experienced players who understand the champion's weaknesses and trading patterns. The declining performance (Iron (53.8%), Bronze (44.8%), Silver (50.2%), Gold (49.7%), Platinum (45.2%)) suggests that while Varus can be effective in lower ranks where opponents may not exploit vulnerabilities, higher-tier players are better equipped to neutralize Varus's advantages. However, this doesn't mean Varus 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 Varus, how to play around counters, and maximizing value in favorable matchups. Success with Varus at higher levels demands strong game sense, positioning, and the ability to adapt playstyle based on team compositions and enemy picks.

When to Pick Varus

Varus is a F tier champion with a 48.14% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.5. Similar champions include Elise, Ekko, Draven. Varus struggles against Darius and Smolder.

Strengths

  • Rewarding champion when mastered properly
  • Strong matchups against Sett and Vayne
  • Optimal rune setup achieves 69.6% win rate
  • Consistent performance throughout all game phases

Weaknesses

  • Struggles against Darius (34.8% 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

1
Optimal Matchups

Pick Varus into favorable matchups like Sett where you can dominate lane and snowball your lead.

2
Rune Selection

Use the optimal Precision + Resolve rune setup for a 69.6% win rate.

3
Power Spikes

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

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Varus Overview - Frequently Asked Questions

What tier is Varus in League of Legends?

Varus is currently F tier in League of Legends patch 26.5. Varus ranks among the top champions in the current meta.

What is Varus's win rate?

Varus has a 48.14% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.5. This win rate is calculated across all ranks and reflects Varus's overall performance in ranked games.

Which champions are similar to Varus?

Champions similar to Varus include Elise, Ekko, and Draven. These champions share similar playstyles, abilities, or roles as Varus in League of Legends.

How does Varus perform during different match durations?

Varus's performance varies throughout the game. Early game strength, mid game power spikes, and late game scaling all contribute to Varus's overall effectiveness. Check the match duration win rate chart to see Varus's performance at different game lengths.