First StrikeOverview
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Caitlyn leads with 9.98% pick rate and 83.33% win rate, Naafiri leads with 4.11% pick rate and 100.00% win rate, Zed leads with 3.83% pick rate and 84.00% win rate.
Naafiri achieves 100.00% win rate (+49.61% diff), Vel'Koz achieves 100.00% win rate (+50.71% diff), Gwen achieves 96.30% win rate (+45.67% diff).
First Strike Early vs Late Game Performance's win rate varies throughout the game based on match duration. First Strike Early vs Late Game Performance peaks at 53.45% win rate in 50+ minute games, while performing lowest at 48.94% in 20 minute games. Understanding First Strike Early vs Late Game Performance's power spikes across game duration helps optimize your playstyle and decision-making.
First Strike is most commonly used by Fighter (25%), Assassin (25%) and Mage (25%) champions.
These runes are most commonly used alongside First Strike in League of Legends. Cosmic Insight appears in 83.3% of builds with a 88.08% win rate, Cash Back appears in 66.7% of builds with a 90.91% win rate, Transcendence appears in 50.0% of builds with a 84.46% win rate when paired with First Strike.
When to Pick First Strike
Strengths
- Solid win rate (50.52%) shows reliable performance
- Excellent synergy with Naafiri (100.00% WR)
- Strong synergy with Cosmic Insight (83.3% 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 Marksman champions
- Other Inspiration runes may outperform in specific matchups
Strategic Tips
Champion Selection
Pick First Strike on champions like Caitlyn that can fully utilize its effects. Avoid picking it on champions where other Inspiration runes provide more value.
Rune Synergies
Pair First Strike with Cosmic Insight and Cash Back for the highest win rate combinations.
Game Phase Focus
First Strike 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 Inspiration rune tree as First Strike. Glacial Augment, Unsealed Spellbook, Hextech Flashtraption, and 8 more runes can be combined with First Strike in your rune page.
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First Strike - Frequently Asked Questions
What is First Strike and what does it do in League of Legends?
First Strike is a rune in the Inspiration rune tree. It currently has a 50.52% win rate and 3.53% pick rate across 6 champions in ranked play.
Is First Strike good in the current meta?
First Strike has a 50.52% win rate in the current patch, making it a solid option. The most popular champions using First Strike are Gwen, Zed, Naafiri.
What champion class benefits most from First Strike?
Fighter champions benefit most from First Strike, making up 25% of its usage. Assassin (25%) and Mage (25%) also commonly use this rune.
What runes pair well with First Strike?
The best runes to pair with First Strike are Cosmic Insight, Cash Back, Transcendence. Cosmic Insight appears in 83.3% of builds featuring First Strike with a 88.08% combined win rate.
Which champion has the highest win rate with First Strike?
Syndra currently has the highest win rate with First Strike at 51.10%, with a 1.76% pick rate in ranked games.