Scorch - League of Legends Rune

ScorchOverview

Patch26.7
Matches949,984
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedApr 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

Nami leads with 6.12% pick rate and 73.91% win rate, Mel leads with 5.50% pick rate and 76.67% win rate, Brand leads with 4.93% pick rate and 93.33% win rate.

Brand achieves 93.33% win rate (+41.61% diff), Vel'Koz achieves 88.46% win rate (+36.53% diff), LeBlanc achieves 85.71% win rate (+34.25% 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 50.61% win rate in 25 minute games, while performing lowest at 48.94% in 45 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 (47%), Support (29%) and Assassin (11%) champions.

These runes are most commonly used alongside Scorch in League of Legends. Manaflow Band appears in 85.7% of builds with a 74.37% win rate, Transcendence appears in 66.7% of builds with a 75.10% win rate, Arcane Comet appears in 47.6% of builds with a 75.01% win rate when paired with Scorch.

When to Pick Scorch

Scorch is a Sorcery tree rune with a 49.88% win rate and 17.73% pick rate in the current patch. It's most effective on Mage champions (47% of users). The most popular champions using Scorch are Nami, Mel, Brand.

Strengths

  • Situationally powerful when used on the right champions
  • Excellent synergy with Brand (93.33% WR)
  • Strong synergy with Manaflow Band (85.7% 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 Fighter champions
  • Other Sorcery runes may outperform in specific matchups

Strategic Tips

1

Champion Selection

Pick Scorch on champions like Nami 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, Phase Rush, and 8 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 49.88% win rate and 17.73% pick rate across 21 champions in ranked play.

Is Scorch good in the current meta?

Scorch has a 49.88% win rate in the current patch, making it situationally useful. The most popular champions using Scorch are Brand, Aurora, Janna.

What champion class benefits most from Scorch?

Mage champions benefit most from Scorch, making up 47% of its usage. Support (29%) and Assassin (11%) 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 85.7% of builds featuring Scorch with a 74.37% combined win rate.

Which champion has the highest win rate with Scorch?

Vel'Koz currently has the highest win rate with Scorch at 51.93%, with a 2.77% pick rate in ranked games.