Zilean, League of Legends champion
Win Rate
49.9%
Pick Rate
1.3%
Ban Rate
1.4%

Zilean Arena Build, Augments & Duos

Zilean D TierSupportMage
Patch
26.22
Games
811
Lane
All Lanes
Tier
All Tiers
Last Updated
Nov 7, 2026 UTC
Methodology
Data Methodology

Patch 26.22 Zilean arena mode stats show Zilean with a 21.3% win rate and a 3.49 average placement in arena mode. Discover Zilean's best duo partners, augments, and arena builds to dominate the meta.

Arena tier
Savg. place 3.49
Top 4 rate
63.8%
Best duo
Jaxavg. place 2.0
Best augment
ADAPt63.6% 1st place

Zilean Arena Performance

Zilean S Tier
21.3%Win Rate (1st)
33.9%Top 2 Rate
3.5Avg Placement
0.3%Pick Rate

Combat Stats

4.9Kills
6.6Deaths
13.8Assists
Zilean is a S tier champion in League of Legends Arena with a 21.3% win rate (1st place) and a 33.9% top 2 rate. Zilean averages 3.5 placement across all matches. Best duo partners include Jax, Yunara, Taric.

Discover the highest performing Arena augments for Zilean in League of Legends Patch 16.22. The strongest augment choices include Eureka, Jeweled Gauntlet, Spellwake, which provide significant advantages in 3v3v3v3v3v3 combat. Zilean has 1 S-tier augment that dramatically improve placement rates. When offered Prismatic augments, prioritize Eureka. For Gold augments, Big Brain synergizes well with Zilean's kit. Use the rarity filters below to find the best Silver, Gold, and Prismatic augments for your Zilean Arena games.

SS Tier(1)
ADAPt - Silver S-tier augment for Zilean in Arena
8.7%Pick Rate
ADAPt

Convert Bonus Attack Damage to Ability Power. Gain 15% Ability Power.

AA Tier(2)
Spellwake - Prismatic A-tier augment for Zilean in Arena
11.8%Pick Rate
Spellwake

Hitting enemies with Abilities creates a blast that deals magic damage from you to the location you hit them.

Bread And Jam - Gold A-tier augment for Zilean in Arena
5.5%Pick Rate
Bread And Jam

Your ? gains 100 Ability Haste.

BB Tier(1)
Accelerating Sorcery - Prismatic B-tier augment for Zilean in Arena
6.3%Pick Rate
Accelerating Sorcery

Using Abilities grant you stacking Ability Haste.This resets each round.

CC Tier(6)
Jeweled Gauntlet - Prismatic C-tier augment for Zilean in Arena
21.3%Pick Rate
Jeweled Gauntlet

Your Abilities can Critically Strike. Gain ? Crit Chance.

Feel the Burn - Prismatic C-tier augment for Zilean in Arena
7.9%Pick Rate
Feel the Burn

Gain the Feel the Burn Summoner Spell.Feel the Burn casts Ignite and Exhaust on all nearby enemy champions.

Big Brain - Gold C-tier augment for Zilean in Arena
11.0%Pick Rate
Big Brain

At the start of each round, gain 1 Shield for every 1 Ability Power.

Phenomenal Evil - Gold C-tier augment for Zilean in Arena
6.3%Pick Rate
Phenomenal Evil

Permanently gain 1 Ability Power when you hit an enemy with an Ability.If taken after round 4, gain 40 Ability Power.

Summoner Revolution - Gold C-tier augment for Zilean in Arena
6.3%Pick Rate
Summoner Revolution

Your Summoner Spells gain 1 additional charge(s). Flash resets every round.

Ice Cold - Silver C-tier augment for Zilean in Arena
6.3%Pick Rate
Ice Cold

Your Slowing effects reduce Move Speed by an extra 0.

DD Tier(2)
Eureka - Prismatic D-tier augment for Zilean in Arena
25.2%Pick Rate
Eureka

Gain Ability Haste equal to 20% Ability Power.

Magic Missile - Gold D-tier augment for Zilean in Arena
7.9%Pick Rate
Magic Missile

Dealing damage with an Ability fires 3 magic missiles, each dealing percent max Health true damage.

FF Tier(8)
Infernal Conduit - Prismatic F-tier augment for Zilean in Arena
7.1%Pick Rate
Infernal Conduit

Your Abilities apply an infinitely stacking Burn, dealing magic damage over time.Your Burn effects reduce your basic Ability Cooldowns.

Quest: Wooglet's Witchcap - Prismatic F-tier augment for Zilean in Arena
7.1%Pick Rate
Quest: Wooglet's Witchcap

Immediate: Gain Needlessly Large Rod.Requirement: Possess Rabadon's Deathcap and Zhonya's Hourglass.Reward: Gain Wooglet's Witchcap.

Dreadbringer - Prismatic F-tier augment for Zilean in Arena
6.3%Pick Rate
Dreadbringer

Gain an aura that continuously harvests permanent Cursed Power per enemy champion inside. Gain max Health based on your Cursed Power.

Giant Slayer - Prismatic F-tier augment for Zilean in Arena
5.5%Pick Rate
Giant Slayer

Become tiny, gain Move Speed, and bonus damage to champions based on how much larger they are than you.

Defensive Maneuvers - Gold F-tier augment for Zilean in Arena
7.1%Pick Rate
Defensive Maneuvers

Gain the Defensive Maneuvers Summoner Spell.Defensive Maneuvers Casts both Summoner Barrier and Heal on your team.

Keystone Conjurer - Gold F-tier augment for Zilean in Arena
5.5%Pick Rate
Keystone Conjurer

Gain the Summon Aery and Arcane Comet Keystone Runes.

Witchful Thinking - Silver F-tier augment for Zilean in Arena
8.7%Pick Rate
Witchful Thinking

Gain 60 Ability Power.

Slap Around - Silver F-tier augment for Zilean in Arena
6.3%Pick Rate
Slap Around

Each time you Immobilize or Ground an enemy, gain 15 Adaptive Force for the round.

Find the best 3v3 teammate champions to pair with Zilean in League of Legends Arena mode. The strongest duo partner is Jax, achieving a 60.0% win rate and 2.0 average placement when paired together. Other high-synergy partners include Yunara and Taric, both offering improved placement rates compared to Zilean's solo average of 3.5. 2 champions boost Zilean's win rate above their baseline 21.3%. Compare win rates, top 2 rates, top 4 rates, and placement differences to find your ideal Arena duo composition.

Partner
Tier
Win Rate
WR Diff
Top 2
Top 4
Avg Place
Place Diff
Matches
Jax - Arena duo partner for Zilean with 60.0% win rateJaxS Tier60.0%+38.7%60.0%100.0%2.0+1.510
Yunara - Arena duo partner for Zilean with 16.7% win rateYunaraD Tier16.7%-4.6%33.3%66.7%3.3+0.212
Taric - Arena duo partner for Zilean with 20.0% win rateTaricB Tier20.0%-1.3%40.0%60.0%3.4+0.110
Sett - Arena duo partner for Zilean with 40.0% win rateSettS Tier40.0%+18.7%40.0%40.0%3.6-0.110

Is Zilean Good in Arena Mode?

Zilean is currently rated as an S-tier champion in League of Legends Arena mode for Patch 16.22, making them one of the strongest picks in the 3v3v3v3v3v3 format. With a 21.3% win rate (1st place finishes) and a 63.8% top 4 rate, Zilean performs above the expected average in the current Arena meta.

Zilean Arena Performance Analysis

In Arena's unique 3v3v3v3v3v3 format, Zilean averages a 3.5 placement across 127 analyzed matches. This calculated fighter playstyle provides flexibility in combat. Zilean maintains strong survivability with excellent KDA ratios, placing in the top 21% of champions.

The 33.9% top 2 rate indicates consistent high placements and strong late-game scaling. Players looking to climb Arena ranked should capitalize on Zilean's strengths to maximize placement consistency.

Best Champions to Pair with Zilean

Duo composition is critical in Arena, and Zilean synergizes exceptionally well with Jax, achieving a combined 60.0% win rate and 2.0 average placement. This pairing improves Zilean's baseline performance by +38.7%.

Other strong duo partners include Yunara (16.7% win rate) and Taric (20.0% win rate). Consider coordinating with your duo partner to select complementary champions.

Zilean Augment Priority Guide

Augment selection can make or break your Arena run. For Zilean, the highest-performing augment is Eureka, which players select in 25.2% of games. Zilean has 1 S-tier augment options that dramatically improve placement rates.

When offered Prismatic augments, prioritize Eureka for maximum impact. Gold augments like Big Brain provide consistent value throughout the game. Use the augment tier list above to identify which augments to prioritize during each selection round.

Tips for Playing Zilean in Arena

🎯
Duo Synergy

Coordinate with your partner to cover Zilean's weaknesses. Flexible partners work well with your balanced kit.

⚡
Augment Adaptation

Prioritize S-tier and A-tier augments when offered. Zilean's 63.8% top 4 rate can be improved significantly with optimal augment selection each round.

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Combat Strategy

Balance aggression with survival. Zilean's versatile kit allows adapting to different combat situations.

Final Verdict: Should You Play Zilean in Arena?

Zilean is a exceptional pick in the current Arena meta. With strong performance metrics and multiple viable build paths, Zilean rewards players who master their kit. The 21.3% win rate and 63.8% top 4 rate make them a reliable choice for climbing Arena ranked.

This data is updated regularly for Patch 16.22. Check back after each patch to see how balance changes affect Zilean's Arena performance. For the most accurate results, we analyze 127 matches to provide reliable statistics and recommendations.

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Zilean Arena FAQ - Patch 16.22

Is Zilean good in Arena mode?

Zilean is currently a S-tier champion in Arena mode with a 21.3% win rate and 63.8% top 4 rate. This makes Zilean one of the stronger picks in the current meta.

What is the best duo partner for Zilean in Arena?

The best duo partner for Zilean in Arena is Jax, achieving a 60.0% win rate and 2.0 average placement together. Other strong partners include Yunara and Taric.

What are the best augments for Zilean in Arena?

The highest-performing augment for Zilean is Eureka with a 25.2% pick rate. Zilean has 1 S-tier augments: ADAPt. Prioritize Prismatic and Gold augments that synergize with Zilean's kit.

What is the best build for Zilean in Arena?

Zilean's optimal build varies by game state. Check the builds table above for the highest performing item combinations.

What is Zilean's win rate in Arena?

Zilean has a 21.3% win rate (1st place) in Arena mode for Patch 16.22. The top 2 rate is 33.9% and top 4 rate is 63.8%, with an average placement of 3.5 across 127 analyzed matches.

What tier is Zilean in Arena?

Zilean is rated as S-tier in Arena mode for Patch 16.22. S-tier champions are the strongest picks with the highest win rates and placement consistency. Tiers are calculated based on win rate, top 4 rate, and average placement.

How do I play Zilean in Arena?

To play Zilean effectively in Arena: 1) Partner with Jax for best results. 2) Prioritize Eureka when offered. 3) Build core items early for power spikes. 4) Adapt your playstyle based on your partner and opponents.

What are Zilean's best and worst matchups in Arena?

Zilean's performance varies significantly based on duo partner selection. Pairing with Jax improves win rate to 60.0%. The key to success is choosing partners that complement Zilean's versatile kit and selecting augments that enhance your duo composition.