LoL Runes Tier List - Patch 26.13
This League of Legends runes tier list ranks all 62 runes by win rate for Patch 26.13, sorted from S-tier down to F-tier so you can read the current meta at a glance. The S-tier — the 7 strongest runes right now — features Jack Of All Trades (52.1%), Unsealed Spellbook (51.8%), Deathfire Touch (51.2%), Shield Bash (51.2%), and Aftershock (51.1%). Jack Of All Trades posts the single highest win rate at 52.1%. For players hunting an edge, Unsealed Spellbook is the most underrated pick this patch — S-tier results at only a 0.2% pick rate — while Coup de Grace looks overrated, popular at 19.8% but landing in D-tier. Rankings update daily from real ranked matches, so every placement reflects current performance rather than a one-off result. Use the tiers below to pick the best runes for your games.
S Tier - Meta Defining
(7)S-tier is led by Jack Of All Trades, which performs strongly with a 52.1% win rate on a 4.4% pick rate. They are followed by Unsealed Spellbook (51.8%), Deathfire Touch (51.2%), Shield Bash (51.2%), Aftershock (51.1%), Font of Life (51.1%), and First Strike (51.0%). These runes define the current meta and are the safest, highest-impact picks. In terms of popularity, Deathfire Touch is the crowd favourite here at a 7.1% pick rate, while Unsealed Spellbook is slept on at just 0.2% — a strong S-tier pick flying under the radar.
A Tier - Strong Picks
(12)A-tier is led by Guardian, which holds steady with a 51.0% win rate on a 1.4% pick rate. They are followed by Triple Tonic (50.9%), Cash Back (50.9%), Conditioning (50.8%), Last Stand (50.7%), Gathering Storm (50.7%), Second Wind (50.7%), and Approach Velocity (50.6%). The remaining 4 runes in this tier average a 50.5% win rate. These are strong, reliable runes that perform well in almost every game. In terms of popularity, Triumph is the crowd favourite here at a 33.4% pick rate, while Guardian is slept on at just 1.4% — a strong A-tier pick flying under the radar.
B Tier - Viable
(16)B-tier is led by Axiom Arcanist, which holds steady with a 50.4% win rate on a 5.1% pick rate. They are followed by Legend: Haste (50.4%), Cosmic Insight (50.3%), Legend: Alacrity (50.3%), Transcendence (50.3%), Conqueror (50.3%), Manaflow Band (50.2%), and Nimbus Cloak (50.2%). The remaining 8 runes in this tier average a 50.1% win rate. These runes are balanced and fully viable with solid execution. In terms of popularity, Legend: Alacrity is the crowd favourite here at a 26.3% pick rate, while Glacial Augment is slept on at just 1.2% — a strong B-tier pick flying under the radar.
C Tier - Situational
(15)C-tier is led by Biscuit Delivery, which holds steady with a 50.0% win rate on a 13.5% pick rate. They are followed by Treasure Hunter (50.0%), Press the Attack (50.0%), Absorb Life (49.9%), Cheap Shot (49.8%), Hail of Blades (49.8%), Demolish (49.7%), and Scorch (49.7%). The remaining 7 runes in this tier average a 49.4% win rate. These runes are situational and need favourable matchups or team comps to shine. Despite the low ranking, Scorch stays popular at a 18.3% pick rate, meaning players overvalue it relative to its C-tier results, while Waterwalking (2.3%) is more rightly avoided.
D Tier - Below Average
(9)D-tier is led by Stormraider's Surge, which struggles with a 49.2% win rate on a 2.5% pick rate. They are followed by Deep Ward (49.2%), Coup de Grace (49.1%), Relentless Hunter (49.1%), Dark Harvest (49.1%), Presence of Mind (49.0%), Revitalize (48.9%), and Sudden Impact (48.9%). The remaining 1 runes in this tier average a 48.8% win rate. These runes underperform against the current meta and take extra effort to win with. Despite the low ranking, Coup de Grace stays popular at a 19.8% pick rate, meaning players overvalue it relative to its D-tier results, while Deep Ward (1.5%) is more rightly avoided.
F Tier - Weak
(3)F-tier is led by Electrocute, which struggles with a 48.5% win rate on a 11.6% pick rate. They are followed by Sixth Sense (47.8%) and Time Warp Tonic (46.1%). These runes are the weakest options this patch and are best avoided in ranked. Despite the low ranking, Electrocute stays popular at a 11.6% pick rate, meaning players overvalue it relative to its F-tier results, while Time Warp Tonic (0.1%) is more rightly avoided.
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LoL Runes Tier List FAQ - Patch 26.13
What are the best runes in League of Legends right now?
The best runes in Patch 26.13 are: Jack Of All Trades (52.1% WR), Unsealed Spellbook (51.8% WR), Deathfire Touch (51.2% WR), Shield Bash (51.2% WR), Aftershock (51.1% WR). These S-tier runes provide the most impactful effects and have the highest win rates across all champions.
How are rune tiers determined?
Rune tiers are calculated based on win rate percentiles. Runes in the top 10% of win rates are S-tier, the next 20% are A-tier, and so on. This ensures tiers reflect relative performance within the current meta.
Which rune has the highest win rate in Patch 26.13?
Jack Of All Trades has the highest win rate at 52.1% in Patch 26.13. It's an S-tier rune that provides exceptional value on the right champions.
Should I always take S-tier runes?
While S-tier runes have the highest win rates overall, the best rune choice depends on your champion and playstyle. Some champions have specific synergies with lower-tier runes that make them more effective. Use this tier list as a starting point, but consider your champion's kit when making final rune selections.
How often is the rune tier list updated?
Our rune tier list is updated daily with fresh data from ranked matches across all regions. Patch 26.13 data reflects the most recent rune performance and balance changes.