Zedthe Master of Shadows (Mid)
Utterly ruthless and without mercy, Zed is the leader of the Order of Shadow, an organization he created with the intent of militarizing Ionia's magical and martial traditions to drive out Noxian invaders. During the war, desperation led him to unlock the secret shadow form—a malevolent spirit magic as dangerous and corrupting as it is powerful. Zed has mastered all of these forbidden techniques to destroy anything he sees as a threat to his nation, or his new order.
Patch 26.17 Zed Changes
Quick overview of Zed's optimal setup in League of Legends. Zed's top build includes Crimson Lucidity, Voltaic Cyclosword, Axiom Arc, using First Strike, Cash Back, Triple Tonic for maximum effectiveness. Zed performs well against Xerath, Galio, Zoe but struggles against Gwen, Lux, Irelia.
Zed's base statistics in League of Legends. Zed has 654 base health, 63 attack damage, 32 armor, and 29 magic resist. Understanding Zed's stats is crucial for maximizing Zed's effectiveness in lane and team fights. Compare Zed's stats against other champions to see how Zed ranks.
AP:0+0/lvl
AD:63+0/lvl
AS:0+3.3/lvl
Crit %:0%+0%/lvl
Mana:200+0/lvl
Mana Regen:50+0/lvl
Health:654+99/lvl
Health Regen:7+0.65/lvl
Armor:32+4.7/lvl
MR:29+2.05/lvl
Speed:345
Attack Range:125
Zed ranks in the 44.7 percentile for early game strength, 40.4 percentile for late game scaling, 68.8 percentile for objective control, 38.8 percentile for support strength, 31.9 percentile for creep farming, and 83.0 percentile for damage output.
Zed exhibits a notable skill ceiling, with win rates increasing as player skill level rises across ranked tiers. Analysis of Zed's performance shows a 50.0% win rate difference between Iron and Chal tiers, indicating that Zed rewards mechanical mastery and game knowledge. In lower tiers like Iron (50.0% win rate), players may struggle to execute Zed's full potential due to the champion's technical demands. However, as players climb to higher tiers such as Chal (100.0% win rate), Zed's win rate improves significantly. This upward trend across ranks demonstrates that Zed 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 Zed should focus on mechanical practice, studying high-level gameplay, and understanding matchup-specific strategies. The data across tiers (Iron (50.0%), Bronze (41.9%), Silver (53.2%), Gold (45.5%), Platinum (53.6%)) clearly shows that investing time to learn Zed's intricacies pays dividends at higher levels of play, making Zed an excellent choice for dedicated players seeking a rewarding champion to master.
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Zed Early vs Late Game Performance's win rate varies throughout the game based on match duration. Zed Early vs Late Game Performance peaks at 52.63% win rate in 20 minute games, while performing lowest at 48.80% in 40 minute games. Understanding Zed Early vs Late Game Performance's power spikes across game duration helps optimize your playstyle and decision-making.
When to Pick Zed
Strengths
- Rewarding champion when mastered properly
- Strong matchups against Xerath and Galio
- Optimal rune setup achieves 82.6% win rate
- Strong early game presence for snowballing leads
Weaknesses
- Struggles against Gwen (36.8% enemy WR)
- Falls off in extended games if lead isn't secured
- Below average win rate suggests high skill floor
- Can be punished by coordinated team play
Strategic Tips
Optimal Matchups
Pick Zed into favorable matchups like Xerath where you can dominate lane and snowball your lead.
Rune Selection
Use the optimal Inspiration + Sorcery rune setup for a 82.6% win rate.
Power Spikes
Zed spikes early - look for aggressive plays and objectives in the first 20 minutes.
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Zed Overview - Frequently Asked Questions
What tier is Zed in League of Legends?
Zed is currently C tier in League of Legends patch 26.17. Zed ranks among the top champions in the current meta.
What is Zed's win rate?
Zed has a 49.35% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.17. This win rate is calculated across all ranks and reflects Zed's overall performance in ranked games.
Which champions are similar to Zed?
Champions similar to Zed include Ahri, Elise, and Ambessa. These champions share similar playstyles, abilities, or roles as Zed in League of Legends.
How does Zed perform during different match durations?
Zed's performance varies throughout the game. Early game strength, mid game power spikes, and late game scaling all contribute to Zed's overall effectiveness. Check the match duration win rate chart to see Zed's performance at different game lengths.