Waterwalking Overview
May you be as swift as the rushing river and agile as a startled Rift Scuttler.
Nunu & Willump leads with 3.30% pick rate and 82.35% win rate, Hecarim leads with 1.96% pick rate and 66.67% win rate, Rammus leads with 1.79% pick rate and 56.83% win rate.
Nunu & Willump achieves 82.35% win rate (+28.86% diff), Hecarim achieves 66.67% win rate (+17.87% diff), Rammus achieves 56.83% win rate (+3.21% diff).
Waterwalking Early vs Late Game Performance's win rate varies throughout the game based on match duration. Waterwalking Early vs Late Game Performance peaks at 51.83% win rate in 25 minute games, while performing lowest at 48.65% in 50+ minute games. Understanding Waterwalking Early vs Late Game Performance's power spikes across game duration helps optimize your playstyle and decision-making.
Waterwalking is most commonly used by Tank (43%), Mage (29%) and Fighter (14%) champions.
These runes are most commonly used alongside Waterwalking in League of Legends. Transcendence appears in 50.0% of builds with a 68.32% win rate, Phase Rush appears in 50.0% of builds with a 74.51% win rate, Celerity appears in 50.0% of builds with a 61.75% win rate when paired with Waterwalking.
When to Pick Waterwalking
Strengths
- Solid win rate (50.11%) shows reliable performance
- Excellent synergy with Nunu & Willump (82.35% WR)
- Strong synergy with Transcendence (50.0% pairing rate)
- Scales well into late game teamfights
Weaknesses
- Requires proper champion selection to maximize value
- Weaker early game requires safe laning phase
- Less effective on Support champions
- Other Sorcery runes may outperform in specific matchups
Strategic Tips
Pick Waterwalking on champions like Nunu & Willump that can fully utilize its effects. Avoid picking it on champions where other Sorcery runes provide more value.
Pair Waterwalking with Transcendence and Phase Rush for the highest win rate combinations.
Waterwalking 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 Sorcery rune tree as Waterwalking. Summon Aery, Arcane Comet, Phase Rush, and 8 more runes can be combined with Waterwalking in your rune page.
Waterwalking - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterwalking and what does it do in League of Legends?
Waterwalking is a rune in the Sorcery rune tree. It currently has a 50.11% win rate and 2.81% pick rate across 4 champions in ranked play.
Is Waterwalking good in the current meta?
Waterwalking has a 50.11% win rate in the current patch, making it a solid option. The most popular champions using Waterwalking are Nunu & Willump, Hecarim, Rammus.
What champion class benefits most from Waterwalking?
Tank champions benefit most from Waterwalking, making up 43% of its usage. Mage (29%) and Fighter (14%) also commonly use this rune.
What runes pair well with Waterwalking?
The best runes to pair with Waterwalking are Transcendence, Phase Rush, Celerity. Transcendence appears in 50.0% of builds featuring Waterwalking with a 68.32% combined win rate.
Which champion has the highest win rate with Waterwalking?
Rammus currently has the highest win rate with Waterwalking at 53.63%, with a 1.79% pick rate in ranked games.