Taste of Blood - League of Legends Rune

Taste of BloodOverview

Patch26.14
Matches134,440
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedJul 19, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology
Heal when you damage an enemy champion.

Healing: 16-40 (+0.1 bonus AD, +0.05 AP) health (based on level)

Cooldown: 20s
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Ahri leads with 4.94% pick rate and 47.25% win rate, Samira leads with 2.85% pick rate and 48.00% win rate, Vex leads with 2.04% pick rate and 48.18% win rate.

Zoe achieves 63.41% win rate (+12.48% diff), Zyra achieves 54.35% win rate (+3.16% diff), Kennen achieves 51.76% win rate (-1.86% diff).

Taste of Blood Early vs Late Game Performance's win rate varies throughout the game based on match duration. Taste of Blood Early vs Late Game Performance peaks at 52.15% win rate in 50+ minute games, while performing lowest at 47.48% in 25 minute games. Understanding Taste of Blood Early vs Late Game Performance's power spikes across game duration helps optimize your playstyle and decision-making.

Taste of Blood is most commonly used by Mage (55%), Assassin (27%) and Support (9%) champions.

These runes are most commonly used alongside Taste of Blood in League of Legends. Electrocute appears in 71.4% of builds with a 51.11% win rate, Grisly Mementos appears in 71.4% of builds with a 51.11% win rate, Ultimate Hunter appears in 57.1% of builds with a 48.04% win rate when paired with Taste of Blood.

When to Pick Taste of Blood

Taste of Blood is a Domination tree rune with a 48.76% win rate and 4.81% pick rate in the current patch. It's most effective on Mage champions (55% of users). The most popular champions using Taste of Blood are Ahri, Samira, Vex.

Strengths

  • Situationally powerful when used on the right champions
  • Excellent synergy with Zoe (63.41% WR)
  • Strong synergy with Electrocute (71.4% 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 Marksman champions
  • Other Domination runes may outperform in specific matchups

Strategic Tips

1

Champion Selection

Pick Taste of Blood on champions like Ahri that can fully utilize its effects. Avoid picking it on champions where other Domination runes provide more value.

2

Rune Synergies

Pair Taste of Blood with Electrocute and Grisly Mementos for the highest win rate combinations.

3

Game Phase Focus

Taste of Blood 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 Domination rune tree as Taste of Blood. Electrocute, Dark Harvest, Hail of Blades, and 8 more runes can be combined with Taste of Blood in your rune page.

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Taste of Blood - Frequently Asked Questions

What is Taste of Blood and what does it do in League of Legends?

Taste of Blood is a rune in the Domination rune tree. It currently has a 48.76% win rate and 4.81% pick rate across 7 champions in ranked play.

Is Taste of Blood good in the current meta?

Taste of Blood has a 48.76% win rate in the current patch, making it situationally useful. The most popular champions using Taste of Blood are Ahri, Aurora, Zyra.

What champion class benefits most from Taste of Blood?

Mage champions benefit most from Taste of Blood, making up 55% of its usage. Assassin (27%) and Support (9%) also commonly use this rune.

What runes pair well with Taste of Blood?

The best runes to pair with Taste of Blood are Electrocute, Grisly Mementos, Ultimate Hunter. Electrocute appears in 71.4% of builds featuring Taste of Blood with a 51.11% combined win rate.

Which champion has the highest win rate with Taste of Blood?

Kennen currently has the highest win rate with Taste of Blood at 53.62%, with a 0.77% pick rate in ranked games.

Taste of Blood Rune Guide & Best Champions - LoL (July 2026) | MetaBot.GG