Sudden Impact - League of Legends Rune

Sudden ImpactOverview

Patch26.11
Matches776,441
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedJun 3, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology
Damaging basic attacks and abilities deal a bonus 20 - 80 True Damage based on level to enemy champions after using a dash, leap, blink, teleport, or when leaving stealth for 4s.

Cooldown: 10s
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Master Yi leads with 6.00% pick rate and 100.00% win rate, Kayn leads with 5.48% pick rate and 80.00% win rate, Vayne leads with 4.84% pick rate and 75.86% win rate.

Master Yi achieves 100.00% win rate (+50.63% diff), Naafiri achieves 100.00% win rate (+49.61% diff), Pantheon achieves 100.00% win rate (+51.66% diff).

Sudden Impact Early vs Late Game Performance's win rate varies throughout the game based on match duration. Sudden Impact Early vs Late Game Performance peaks at 52.96% win rate in 20 minute games, while performing lowest at 48.99% in 50+ minute games. Understanding Sudden Impact Early vs Late Game Performance's power spikes across game duration helps optimize your playstyle and decision-making.

Sudden Impact is most commonly used by Assassin (48%), Fighter (22%) and Mage (16%) champions.

These runes are most commonly used alongside Sudden Impact in League of Legends. Grisly Mementos appears in 46.4% of builds with a 79.98% win rate, Ultimate Hunter appears in 42.9% of builds with a 78.24% win rate, Treasure Hunter appears in 42.9% of builds with a 83.92% win rate when paired with Sudden Impact.

When to Pick Sudden Impact

Sudden Impact is a Domination tree rune with a 49.79% win rate and 14.78% pick rate in the current patch. It's most effective on Assassin champions (48% of users). The most popular champions using Sudden Impact are Master Yi, Kayn, Vayne.

Strengths

  • Situationally powerful when used on the right champions
  • Excellent synergy with Master Yi (100.00% WR)
  • Strong synergy with Grisly Mementos (46.4% 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 Support champions
  • Other Domination runes may outperform in specific matchups

Strategic Tips

1

Champion Selection

Pick Sudden Impact on champions like Master Yi that can fully utilize its effects. Avoid picking it on champions where other Domination runes provide more value.

2

Rune Synergies

Pair Sudden Impact with Grisly Mementos and Ultimate Hunter for the highest win rate combinations.

3

Game Phase Focus

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

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Sudden Impact - Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sudden Impact and what does it do in League of Legends?

Sudden Impact is a rune in the Domination rune tree. It currently has a 49.79% win rate and 14.78% pick rate across 28 champions in ranked play.

Is Sudden Impact good in the current meta?

Sudden Impact has a 49.79% win rate in the current patch, making it situationally useful. The most popular champions using Sudden Impact are Rakan, Elise, Evelynn.

What champion class benefits most from Sudden Impact?

Assassin champions benefit most from Sudden Impact, making up 48% of its usage. Fighter (22%) and Mage (16%) also commonly use this rune.

What runes pair well with Sudden Impact?

The best runes to pair with Sudden Impact are Grisly Mementos, Ultimate Hunter, Treasure Hunter. Grisly Mementos appears in 46.4% of builds featuring Sudden Impact with a 79.98% combined win rate.

Which champion has the highest win rate with Sudden Impact?

Briar currently has the highest win rate with Sudden Impact at 53.90%, with a 3.99% pick rate in ranked games.