Deep Ward

Deep Ward Overview

49.89%WR
Deep Ward S tier

Your wards in the enemy jungle are Deep. Deep wards gain +1 extra Health and +[30 - 45]s increased duration (+[45 - 150]s for Trinket stealth wards).

Level 9: Wards in the river are also Deep.

Patch:26.1
Sample Size:687,817 ranked games
Tier:All Tiers
Last Updated:

Swain leads with 5.04% pick rate and 72.22% win rate, Pyke leads with 2.92% pick rate and 64.71% win rate, Vel'Koz leads with 2.68% pick rate and 80.00% win rate.

Vel'Koz achieves 80.00% win rate (+29.20% diff), Bard achieves 75.00% win rate (+25.50% diff), Swain achieves 72.22% win rate (+20.89% diff).

Deep Ward Early vs Late Game Performance's win rate varies throughout the game based on match duration. Deep Ward Early vs Late Game Performance peaks at 54.04% win rate in 50+ minute games, while performing lowest at 47.14% in 45 minute games. Understanding Deep Ward Early vs Late Game Performance's power spikes across game duration helps optimize your playstyle and decision-making.

Deep Ward is most commonly used by Support (45%), Mage (36%) and Assassin (18%) champions.

These runes are most commonly used alongside Deep Ward in League of Legends. Relentless Hunter appears in 66.7% of builds with a 70.63% win rate, Electrocute appears in 50.0% of builds with a 72.60% win rate, Cheap Shot appears in 50.0% of builds with a 75.74% win rate when paired with Deep Ward.

When to Pick Deep Ward

Deep Ward is a Domination tree rune with a 49.89% win rate and 1.85% pick rate in the current patch. It's most effective on Support champions (45% of users). The most popular champions using Deep Ward are Swain, Pyke, Vel'Koz.

Strengths

  • Situationally powerful when used on the right champions
  • Excellent synergy with Vel'Koz (80.00% WR)
  • Strong synergy with Relentless Hunter (66.7% 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 Assassin champions
  • Other Domination runes may outperform in specific matchups

Strategic Tips

1
Champion Selection

Pick Deep Ward on champions like Swain that can fully utilize its effects. Avoid picking it on champions where other Domination runes provide more value.

2
Rune Synergies

Pair Deep Ward with Relentless Hunter and Electrocute for the highest win rate combinations.

3
Game Phase Focus

Deep Ward 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 Deep Ward. Electrocute, Dark Harvest, Hail of Blades, and 8 more runes can be combined with Deep Ward in your rune page.

Deep Ward - Frequently Asked Questions

What is Deep Ward and what does it do in League of Legends?

Deep Ward is a rune in the Domination rune tree. It currently has a 49.89% win rate and 1.85% pick rate across 6 champions in ranked play.

Is Deep Ward good in the current meta?

Deep Ward has a 49.89% win rate in the current patch, making it situationally useful. The most popular champions using Deep Ward are Evelynn, Pyke, Rakan.

What champion class benefits most from Deep Ward?

Support champions benefit most from Deep Ward, making up 45% of its usage. Mage (36%) and Assassin (18%) also commonly use this rune.

What runes pair well with Deep Ward?

The best runes to pair with Deep Ward are Relentless Hunter, Electrocute, Cheap Shot. Relentless Hunter appears in 66.7% of builds featuring Deep Ward with a 70.63% combined win rate.

Which champion has the highest win rate with Deep Ward?

Swain currently has the highest win rate with Deep Ward at 51.33%, with a 5.04% pick rate in ranked games.