Black Cleaver - League of Legends Item
Win Rate
52.1%
Pick Rate
5.4%

Black CleaverOverview

3,000 icon3,000
APhage iconPhageKindlegem iconKindlegemPickaxe iconPickaxe400 Health icon400 Health40 Attack Damage icon40 Attack Damage
Patch26.4
Matches1,089,240
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedMar 4, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology
Carve
Dealing physical damage to champions reduces their Armor by 6% for 6 seconds. (stacks 5 times).

Fervor
Dealing physical damage grants 20 Move Speed for 2 seconds.
These items are most commonly built alongside Black Cleaver in League of Legends. Oracle Lens appears in 58% of builds with a 57.54% win rate (+5.41%), Sterak's Gage appears in 53% of builds with a 58.34% win rate (+6.22%), Death's Dance appears in 53% of builds with a 58.07% win rate (+5.94%), and more when paired with Black Cleaver.

Black Cleaver Early vs Late Game Performance's win rate varies throughout the game based on match duration. Black Cleaver Early vs Late Game Performance peaks at 58.47% win rate in 25 minute games, while performing lowest at 48.29% in 45 minute games. Understanding Black Cleaver Early vs Late Game Performance's power spikes across game duration helps optimize your playstyle and decision-making.

Black Cleaver is most commonly built by Fighter (49%), Tank (27%) and Assassin (19%) champions. Fighter champions make up the largest portion of Black Cleaver users at 49% of all builds.

Gold efficiency measures how much gold value Black Cleaver provides through its raw stats compared to its purchase cost. An item with 100% gold efficiency provides stats worth exactly its gold cost. Black Cleaver has 82% gold efficiency, providing 2,468 gold worth of stats for its 3,000 gold cost.

82%Gold Efficient
Stat Value: 2,468 Gold coinsItem Cost: 3,000 Gold coins
Health+4001,068 Gold coins
Attack Damage+401,400 Gold coins
These items share components with Black Cleaver and may fit similar build paths. The Brutalizer shares Pickaxe, Unending Despair shares Kindlegem, Dusk and Dawn shares Kindlegem.

When to Buy Black Cleaver

Black Cleaver is a League of Legends item with a 52.13% win rate and 5.40% pick rate. It has 82% gold efficiency, costing 3,000 gold. It's most popular on Fighter champions (49% of users).

Strengths

  • High win rate (52.13%) indicates strong meta position
  • 82% gold efficient with valuable passive/active effects
  • Strong synergy with Oracle Lens and Sterak's Gage
  • Consistent performance throughout all game phases

Weaknesses

  • Requires proper champion selection to maximize value
  • 82% gold efficiency - relies on passive/active for value
  • Weaker early game before completing the item
  • Less effective on Marksman champions

Strategic Tips

1
Champion Selection

Black Cleaver works best on Fighter champions (49% of builds). Consider your champion's kit before purchasing.

2
Build Synergies

Pair Black Cleaver with Oracle Lens and Sterak's Gage for optimal stat synergy.

3
Timing Your Purchase

Consider your team's win condition and item spike timings when deciding to build Black Cleaver.

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Black Cleaver - Frequently Asked Questions

What is Black Cleaver in League of Legends?

Black Cleaver is an item in League of Legends that costs 3,000 gold. It has a 52.13% win rate and 5.40% pick rate across all champions. Black Cleaver provides Health, Attack Damage.

What is Black Cleaver's win rate in League of Legends?

Black Cleaver has a 52.13% win rate in League of Legends with a 5.40% pick rate. The highest win rate build featuring Black Cleaver is on Xin Zhao at 63.82%.

Which champions build Black Cleaver?

The top champions that build Black Cleaver include Xin Zhao, Gnar, Vi, and 2 more. Black Cleaver is most commonly built by Fighter champions, making up 49% of all Black Cleaver builds.

What items synergize best with Black Cleaver?

The best synergy items for Black Cleaver are Oracle Lens (57.54% WR, +5.41%), Sterak's Gage (58.34% WR, +6.22%), Death's Dance (58.07% WR, +5.94%). Guardian Angel has the highest win rate when paired with Black Cleaver at 59.54%.

Is Black Cleaver gold efficient?

Black Cleaver costs 3,000 gold and is 82% gold efficient, providing 2,468 gold worth of stats. While Black Cleaver is below 100% gold efficiency for raw stats, its unique passive effects provide additional value.

Which champion has the highest win rate with Black Cleaver?

Xin Zhao has the highest win rate with Black Cleaver at 63.82% with a 4.72% pick rate. Other high win rate champions with Black Cleaver include Gnar (63.08%), Vi (61.48%), Rek'Sai (60.34%).

How do I build Black Cleaver?

To build Black Cleaver, you need Phage + Kindlegem + Pickaxe for a total cost of 3,000 gold. After completing Black Cleaver, consider building Oracle Lens which has a 57.54% win rate when paired together.

What items share a component with Black Cleaver?

Items that share components with Black Cleaver include The Brutalizer (shares Pickaxe), Unending Despair (shares Kindlegem), Dusk and Dawn (shares Kindlegem), Endless Hunger (shares Pickaxe), Hexoptics C44 (shares Pickaxe), and 1 more. These items may fit similar build paths or offer alternative options when building from the same components.