Xin Zhao the Seneschal of Demacia
Xin Zhao is a resolute warrior loyal to the ruling Lightshield dynasty. Once condemned to the fighting pits of Noxus, he survived countless gladiatorial bouts, but after being freed by Demacian forces, he swore his life and allegiance to these brave liberators. Armed with his favored three-talon spear, Xin Zhao now fights for his adopted kingdom, audaciously challenging any foe, no matter the odds.
Determination
Every third attack deals bonus damage and heals Xin Zhao.
Three Talon Strike
Xin Zhao's next 3 standard attacks deal increased damage with the third attack knocking an opponent into the air.
Cost:- 30
Cooldown:- 7/
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Range:- 375
Wind Becomes Lightning
Xin Zhao slashes in front of himself with his spear, then thrusts it forward, slowing affected enemies and marking them as Challenged.
Cost:- 60/
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- 40
Cooldown:- 12/
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Range:- 1000
Audacious Charge
Xin Zhao charges to an enemy, gaining increased Attack Speed and dealing damage to all enemies in the area, slowing them briefly. This Ability gains increased range against Challenged targets.
Cost:- 50
Cooldown:- 11
Range:- 650
Crescent Guard
Xin Zhao passively challenges an enemy he damaged recently. When activated, Xin Zhao deals damage to nearby enemies based on their current Health and knocks non-challenged targets back, becoming impervious to damage dealt by champions outside of the circle created.
Cost:- 100
Cooldown:- 120/
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- 100
Range:- 500
- Fighter,
- Tank
Patch 26.1 Xin Zhao Changes
Quick overview of Xin Zhao's optimal setup in League of Legends. Xin Zhao's top build includes Slightly Magical Footwear, Sundered Sky, Black Cleaver, using Conqueror, Triumph, Legend: Alacrity for maximum effectiveness. Xin Zhao performs well against Udyr, Zaahen, Elise but struggles against RekSai, Belveth, DrMundo.
- Xin Zhao's Top Build
- Xin Zhao's Best Runes
- Xin Zhao's Top Matchups
- Xin Zhao's Counters
Xin Zhao's base statistics in League of Legends. Xin Zhao has 620 base health, 63 attack damage, 35 armor, and 32 magic resist. Understanding Xin Zhao's stats is crucial for maximizing Xin Zhao's effectiveness in lane and team fights. Compare Xin Zhao's stats against other champions to see how Xin Zhao ranks.
AP:0
AD:63(3 per level)
AS:0(3.5 per level)
Crit Chance:0%
Mana:274(55 per level)
Mana Regen:7(0.45 per level)
Health:620(106 per level)
Health Regen:8(0.7 per level)
Armor:35(4.4 per level)
MR:32(2.05 per level)
Speed:345
Attack Range:175(175 per level)
Xin Zhao Early vs Late Game Performance's win rate varies throughout the game based on match duration. Xin Zhao Early vs Late Game Performance peaks at 65.52% win rate in 50+ minute games, while performing lowest at 42.86% in 20 minute games. Understanding Xin Zhao Early vs Late Game Performance's power spikes across game duration helps optimize your playstyle and decision-making.
Xin Zhao's performance across key metrics in League of Legends. Early Game: 23.3%, Late Game: 38.4%, Objective Control: 53.1%, Supportive Strength: 67.2%, Creep Farming: 29.1%, Damage: 32.6%. These percentile rankings show how Xin Zhao compares to other champions in each category.
Champions similar to Xin Zhao include Naafiri, Volibear, Yone. These champions share similar playstyles, ability kits, or strategic roles as Xin Zhao in League of Legends. If you enjoy playing Xin Zhao, consider trying these champions to expand your champion pool while maintaining a familiar playstyle.
Xin Zhao demonstrates unique performance characteristics, with win rates showing a 3.7% decrease from Iron to Diamond tiers. This pattern suggests that Xin Zhao may be more accessible for newer players while facing increased difficulty against higher-skilled opponents. In Iron tier, Xin Zhao achieves a 52.7% win rate, which gradually declines to 49.0% in Diamond. This trend often indicates that Xin Zhao's strengths can be more effectively countered by experienced players who understand the champion's weaknesses and trading patterns. The declining performance (Iron (52.7%), Bronze (51.0%), Silver (42.7%), Gold (52.0%), Platinum (47.2%)) suggests that while Xin Zhao can be effective in lower ranks where opponents may not exploit vulnerabilities, higher-tier players are better equipped to neutralize Xin Zhao's advantages. However, this doesn't mean Xin Zhao 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 Xin Zhao, how to play around counters, and maximizing value in favorable matchups. Success with Xin Zhao at higher levels demands strong game sense, positioning, and the ability to adapt playstyle based on team compositions and enemy picks.
When to Pick Xin Zhao
Strengths
- Rewarding champion when mastered properly
- Strong matchups against Udyr and Zaahen
- Optimal rune setup achieves 61.9% win rate
- Consistent performance throughout all game phases
Weaknesses
- Struggles against Rek'Sai (27.8% 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
Pick Xin Zhao into favorable matchups like Udyr where you can dominate lane and snowball your lead.
Use the optimal $Precision + $Inspiration rune setup for a $61.9% win rate.
Learn your champion's key item and level power spikes to maximize fight potential.
Xin Zhao Overview - Frequently Asked Questions
What tier is Xin Zhao in League of Legends?
Xin Zhao is currently F tier in League of Legends patch 26.1. Xin Zhao ranks among the top champions in the current meta.
What is Xin Zhao's win rate?
Xin Zhao has a 48.52% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.1. This win rate is calculated across all ranks and reflects Xin Zhao's overall performance in ranked games.
Which champions are similar to Xin Zhao?
Champions similar to Xin Zhao include Naafiri, Volibear, and Yone. These champions share similar playstyles, abilities, or roles as Xin Zhao in League of Legends.
How does Xin Zhao perform during different match durations?
Xin Zhao's performance varies throughout the game. Early game strength, mid game power spikes, and late game scaling all contribute to Xin Zhao's overall effectiveness. Check the match duration win rate chart to see Xin Zhao's performance at different game lengths.