Nimbus CloakOverview
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Galio leads with 2.30% pick rate and 64.71% win rate, Vladimir leads with 1.94% pick rate and 78.26% win rate, Nunu & Willump leads with 1.79% pick rate and 70.59% win rate.
Vladimir achieves 78.26% win rate (+29.52% diff), Ivern achieves 75.61% win rate (+25.16% diff), Nunu & Willump achieves 70.59% win rate (+22.19% diff).
Nimbus Cloak Early vs Late Game Performance's win rate varies throughout the game based on match duration. Nimbus Cloak Early vs Late Game Performance peaks at 50.41% win rate in 20 minute games, while performing lowest at 47.10% in 50+ minute games. Understanding Nimbus Cloak Early vs Late Game Performance's power spikes across game duration helps optimize your playstyle and decision-making.
Nimbus Cloak is most commonly used by Mage (43%), Tank (29%) and Support (14%) champions.
These runes are most commonly used alongside Nimbus Cloak in League of Legends. Celerity appears in 57.1% of builds with a 64.20% win rate, Phase Rush appears in 42.9% of builds with a 72.95% win rate, Waterwalking appears in 42.9% of builds with a 72.07% win rate when paired with Nimbus Cloak.
When to Pick Nimbus Cloak
Strengths
- Situationally powerful when used on the right champions
- Excellent synergy with Vladimir (78.26% WR)
- Strong synergy with Celerity (57.1% 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 Fighter champions
- Other Sorcery runes may outperform in specific matchups
Strategic Tips
Champion Selection
Pick Nimbus Cloak on champions like Galio that can fully utilize its effects. Avoid picking it on champions where other Sorcery runes provide more value.
Rune Synergies
Pair Nimbus Cloak with Celerity and Phase Rush for the highest win rate combinations.
Game Phase Focus
Nimbus Cloak 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 Nimbus Cloak. Summon Aery, Arcane Comet, Phase Rush, and 8 more runes can be combined with Nimbus Cloak in your rune page.
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Nimbus Cloak - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nimbus Cloak and what does it do in League of Legends?
Nimbus Cloak is a rune in the Sorcery rune tree. It currently has a 49.66% win rate and 3.64% pick rate across 7 champions in ranked play.
Is Nimbus Cloak good in the current meta?
Nimbus Cloak has a 49.66% win rate in the current patch, making it situationally useful. The most popular champions using Nimbus Cloak are Singed, Ivern, Hecarim.
What champion class benefits most from Nimbus Cloak?
Mage champions benefit most from Nimbus Cloak, making up 43% of its usage. Tank (29%) and Support (14%) also commonly use this rune.
What runes pair well with Nimbus Cloak?
The best runes to pair with Nimbus Cloak are Celerity, Phase Rush, Waterwalking. Celerity appears in 57.1% of builds featuring Nimbus Cloak with a 64.20% combined win rate.
Which champion has the highest win rate with Nimbus Cloak?
Ivern currently has the highest win rate with Nimbus Cloak at 50.45%, with a 0.93% pick rate in ranked games.