Lethal Tempo - League of Legends Rune

Lethal TempoOverview

Patch26.14
Matches134,440
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedJul 19, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology
Attacking an enemy champion grants you [6% Melee || 4% Ranged] Attack Speed for 6 seconds, up to 6. At max stacks, deal [9 - 30 Melee || 6 - 24 Ranged] bonus adaptive damage On-Attack, increased by 1% per 1% Bonus Attack Speed.
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Caitlyn leads with 10.06% pick rate and 59.57% win rate, Yasuo leads with 7.61% pick rate and 66.67% win rate, Jinx leads with 6.39% pick rate and 67.74% win rate.

Jinx achieves 67.74% win rate (+16.49% diff), Yasuo achieves 66.67% win rate (+17.62% diff), Tristana achieves 60.27% win rate (+10.89% diff).

Lethal Tempo Early vs Late Game Performance's win rate varies throughout the game based on match duration. Lethal Tempo Early vs Late Game Performance peaks at 50.73% win rate in 45 minute games, while performing lowest at 47.95% in 20 minute games. Understanding Lethal Tempo Early vs Late Game Performance's power spikes across game duration helps optimize your playstyle and decision-making.

Lethal Tempo is most commonly used by Marksman (58%), Mage (19%) and Assassin (15%) champions.

These runes are most commonly used alongside Lethal Tempo in League of Legends. Legend: Alacrity appears in 64.7% of builds with a 50.95% win rate, Presence of Mind appears in 47.1% of builds with a 52.97% win rate, Cut Down appears in 41.2% of builds with a 54.14% win rate when paired with Lethal Tempo.

When to Pick Lethal Tempo

Lethal Tempo is a Precision tree rune with a 49.56% win rate and 14.26% pick rate in the current patch. It's most effective on Marksman champions (58% of users). The most popular champions using Lethal Tempo are Caitlyn, Yasuo, Jinx.

Strengths

  • Situationally powerful when used on the right champions
  • Excellent synergy with Jinx (67.74% WR)
  • Strong synergy with Legend: Alacrity (64.7% pairing rate)
  • Scales well into late game teamfights

Weaknesses

  • Below average win rate suggests situational use is best
  • Weaker early game requires safe laning phase
  • Less effective on Fighter champions
  • Other Precision runes may outperform in specific matchups

Strategic Tips

1

Champion Selection

Pick Lethal Tempo on champions like Caitlyn that can fully utilize its effects. Avoid picking it on champions where other Precision runes provide more value.

2

Rune Synergies

Pair Lethal Tempo with Legend: Alacrity and Presence of Mind for the highest win rate combinations.

3

Game Phase Focus

Lethal Tempo scales into the late game. Focus on farming safely and reaching your power spikes before committing to fights.

These runes are part of the same Precision rune tree as Lethal Tempo. Press the Attack, Fleet Footwork, Conqueror, and 9 more runes can be combined with Lethal Tempo in your rune page.

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Lethal Tempo - Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lethal Tempo and what does it do in League of Legends?

Lethal Tempo is a rune in the Precision rune tree. It currently has a 49.56% win rate and 14.26% pick rate across 17 champions in ranked play.

Is Lethal Tempo good in the current meta?

Lethal Tempo has a 49.56% win rate in the current patch, making it situationally useful. The most popular champions using Lethal Tempo are Draven, Ezreal, Azir.

What champion class benefits most from Lethal Tempo?

Marksman champions benefit most from Lethal Tempo, making up 58% of its usage. Mage (19%) and Assassin (15%) also commonly use this rune.

What runes pair well with Lethal Tempo?

The best runes to pair with Lethal Tempo are Legend: Alacrity, Presence of Mind, Cut Down. Legend: Alacrity appears in 64.7% of builds featuring Lethal Tempo with a 50.95% combined win rate.

Which champion has the highest win rate with Lethal Tempo?

Kog'Maw currently has the highest win rate with Lethal Tempo at 52.54%, with a 1.25% pick rate in ranked games.