Aftershock - League of Legends Rune

AftershockOverview

Patch26.14
Matches134,440
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedJul 19, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology
After immobilizing an enemy champion, increase your Armor and Magic Resist by 45 + 75% of your Bonus Resists for 2.5s. Then explode, dealing magic damage to nearby enemies.

Damage: 25 - 120 (+8% of your bonus health)
Cooldown: 20s

Resistance bonus from Aftershock capped at: 80-150 (based on level)
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Nautilus leads with 4.93% pick rate and 50.34% win rate, Leona leads with 3.99% pick rate and 51.13% win rate, Alistar leads with 1.66% pick rate and 47.90% win rate.

Skarner achieves 70.00% win rate (+25.12% diff), Maokai achieves 62.65% win rate (+10.80% diff), Rammus achieves 61.65% win rate (+4.65% diff).

Aftershock Early vs Late Game Performance's win rate varies throughout the game based on match duration. Aftershock Early vs Late Game Performance peaks at 57.58% win rate in 50+ minute games, while performing lowest at 47.92% in 45 minute games. Understanding Aftershock Early vs Late Game Performance's power spikes across game duration helps optimize your playstyle and decision-making.

Aftershock is most commonly used by Tank (56%), Support (28%) and Fighter (11%) champions.

These runes are most commonly used alongside Aftershock in League of Legends. Font of Life appears in 70.0% of builds with a 55.84% win rate, Unflinching appears in 50.0% of builds with a 54.91% win rate, Conditioning appears in 50.0% of builds with a 59.84% win rate when paired with Aftershock.

When to Pick Aftershock

Aftershock is a Resolve tree rune with a 51.23% win rate and 4.29% pick rate in the current patch. It's most effective on Tank champions (56% of users). The most popular champions using Aftershock are Nautilus, Leona, Alistar.

Strengths

  • Solid win rate (51.23%) shows reliable performance
  • Excellent synergy with Skarner (70.00% WR)
  • Strong synergy with Font of Life (70.0% 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 Mage champions
  • Other Resolve runes may outperform in specific matchups

Strategic Tips

1

Champion Selection

Pick Aftershock on champions like Nautilus that can fully utilize its effects. Avoid picking it on champions where other Resolve runes provide more value.

2

Rune Synergies

Pair Aftershock with Font of Life and Unflinching for the highest win rate combinations.

3

Game Phase Focus

Aftershock 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 Resolve rune tree as Aftershock. Grasp of the Undying, Guardian, Demolish, and 8 more runes can be combined with Aftershock in your rune page.

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Aftershock - Frequently Asked Questions

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

Aftershock is a rune in the Resolve rune tree. It currently has a 51.23% win rate and 4.29% pick rate across 10 champions in ranked play.

Is Aftershock good in the current meta?

Aftershock has a 51.23% win rate in the current patch, making it a solid option. The most popular champions using Aftershock are Alistar, Nunu & Willump, Zac.

What champion class benefits most from Aftershock?

Tank champions benefit most from Aftershock, making up 56% of its usage. Support (28%) and Fighter (11%) also commonly use this rune.

What runes pair well with Aftershock?

The best runes to pair with Aftershock are Font of Life, Unflinching, Conditioning. Font of Life appears in 70.0% of builds featuring Aftershock with a 55.84% combined win rate.

Which champion has the highest win rate with Aftershock?

Rammus currently has the highest win rate with Aftershock at 57.00%, with a 1.51% pick rate in ranked games.

Aftershock Rune Guide & Best Champions - LoL (July 2026) | MetaBot.GG