Scorch - League of Legends Rune

ScorchOverview

Patch26.14
Matches134,440
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedJul 19, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology
Your next damaging ability hit sets champions on fire dealing 20 - 40 bonus magic damage based on level after 1s.

Cooldown: 10s
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Lux leads with 9.72% pick rate and 51.64% win rate, Mel leads with 5.37% pick rate and 57.47% win rate, Malzahar leads with 4.69% pick rate and 53.11% win rate.

Annie achieves 70.59% win rate (+17.20% diff), Brand achieves 59.21% win rate (+10.29% diff), Neeko achieves 58.23% win rate (+3.98% diff).

Scorch Early vs Late Game Performance's win rate varies throughout the game based on match duration. Scorch Early vs Late Game Performance peaks at 50.76% win rate in 25 minute games, while performing lowest at 47.44% in 50+ minute games. Understanding Scorch Early vs Late Game Performance's power spikes across game duration helps optimize your playstyle and decision-making.

Scorch is most commonly used by Mage (51%), Support (33%) and Fighter (8%) champions.

These runes are most commonly used alongside Scorch in League of Legends. Manaflow Band appears in 82.1% of builds with a 54.34% win rate, Transcendence appears in 78.6% of builds with a 54.03% win rate, Arcane Comet appears in 39.3% of builds with a 52.85% win rate when paired with Scorch.

When to Pick Scorch

Scorch is a Sorcery tree rune with a 49.82% win rate and 18.78% pick rate in the current patch. It's most effective on Mage champions (51% of users). The most popular champions using Scorch are Lux, Mel, Malzahar.

Strengths

  • Situationally powerful when used on the right champions
  • Excellent synergy with Annie (70.59% WR)
  • Strong synergy with Manaflow Band (82.1% 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 Tank champions
  • Other Sorcery runes may outperform in specific matchups

Strategic Tips

1

Champion Selection

Pick Scorch on champions like Lux that can fully utilize its effects. Avoid picking it on champions where other Sorcery runes provide more value.

2

Rune Synergies

Pair Scorch with Manaflow Band and Transcendence for the highest win rate combinations.

3

Game Phase Focus

Scorch 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 Scorch. Summon Aery, Arcane Comet, Stormraider's Surge, and 9 more runes can be combined with Scorch in your rune page.

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Scorch - Frequently Asked Questions

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

Scorch is a rune in the Sorcery rune tree. It currently has a 49.82% win rate and 18.78% pick rate across 28 champions in ranked play.

Is Scorch good in the current meta?

Scorch has a 49.82% win rate in the current patch, making it situationally useful. The most popular champions using Scorch are Lulu, Lux, Lissandra.

What champion class benefits most from Scorch?

Mage champions benefit most from Scorch, making up 51% of its usage. Support (33%) and Fighter (8%) also commonly use this rune.

What runes pair well with Scorch?

The best runes to pair with Scorch are Manaflow Band, Transcendence, Arcane Comet. Manaflow Band appears in 82.1% of builds featuring Scorch with a 54.34% combined win rate.

Which champion has the highest win rate with Scorch?

Xerath currently has the highest win rate with Scorch at 54.74%, with a 3.53% pick rate in ranked games.