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Nocturne the Eternal Nightmare

A demonic amalgamation drawn from the nightmares that haunt every sentient mind, the thing known as Nocturne has become a primordial force of pure evil. It is liquidly chaotic in aspect, a faceless shadow with cold eyes and armed with wicked-looking blades. After freeing itself from the spirit realm, Nocturne descended upon the waking world, to feed upon the kind of terror that can only thrive in true darkness.

  • [object Object] P spell

    Umbra Blades

    Every few seconds, Nocturne's next attack strikes surrounding enemies for bonus physical damage and heals himself.

    Nocturne's basic attacks reduce this cooldown.

  • [object Object] Q spell

    Duskbringer

    Nocturne throws a shadow blade that deals damage, leaves a Dusk Trail, and causes champions to leave a Dusk Trail. While on the trail, Nocturne can move through units and has increased Move Speed and Attack Damage.

    Cost:
    • 60/
    • 65/
    • 70/
    • 75/
    • 80
    Cooldown:
    • 8
    Range:
    • 1125
  • [object Object] W spell

    Shroud of Darkness

    Nocturne empowers his blades, passively gaining Attack Speed. Activating Shroud of Darkness allows Nocturne to fade into the shadows, creating a magical barrier which blocks a single enemy ability and doubles his passive Attack Speed if successful.

    Cost:
    • 50
    Cooldown:
    • 20/
    • 18/
    • 16/
    • 14/
    • 12
    Range:
    • 20
  • [object Object] E spell

    Unspeakable Horror

    Nocturne plants a nightmare into his target's mind, dealing damage each second and applying fear to the target if they do not get out of range by the end of the duration.

    Cost:
    • 60/
    • 65/
    • 70/
    • 75/
    • 80
    Cooldown:
    • 15/
    • 14/
    • 13/
    • 12/
    • 11
    Range:
    • 425
  • [object Object] R spell

    Paranoia

    Nocturne reduces the sight radius of all enemy champions and removes their ally vision in the process. He can then launch himself at a nearby enemy champion.

    Cost:
    • 100
    Cooldown:
    • 140/
    • 115/
    • 90
    Range:
    • 2500/
    • 3250/
    • 4000
Classes:
  • Fighter,
  • Assassin
54.63%Win Rate
[object Object] champion tier

Champion Base Stats

  • Champion Health Icon Ability Power:0
  • Champion Health Icon Attack Damage:62(2.6 per level)
  • Champion Health Icon Attack Speed:0(2.7 per level)
  • Champion Health Icon Crit Chance:0%
  • Champion Health Icon Mana:275(35 per level)
  • Champion Health Icon Mana Regen:7(0.45 per level)
  • Champion Health Icon Health:655(109 per level)
  • Champion Health Icon Health Regen:7(0.75 per level)
  • Champion Health Icon Armor:38(4.7 per level)
  • Champion Health Icon Magic Resist:32(1.55 per level)
  • Champion Health Icon Movement Speed:345
  • Champion Health Icon Attack Range:125(125 per level)
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MetaBot Tips

  • Nocturne has less damage per game than most other damage dealer champions. Your value to the team may be better oriented towards crowd control or securing objectives.
  • Nocturne has a high rate of healing compared to other champions. They may be good at exchanging hit trades in lane or before teamfights since they can recover damage taken very well.
  • Nocturne has a low base movespeed compared to many other champions. Play back towards your tower in lane, and consider early game boots when fighting skillshot-based laners.
  • Nocturne has a low base attack speed, which can make last hitting in the early game more challenging. It can also make percentage attack speed items scale less effectively than they do on other champions.
  • Nocturne excells at supporting other champions, and should prioritize helping carrying type champions again kills and snowball.

Best Rune Build

Primary Tree

PrecisionPrecision
Press the AttackPress the Attack
Lethal TempoLethal Tempo
Fleet FootworkFleet Footwork
ConquerorConqueror
Absorb LifeAbsorb Life
TriumphTriumph
Presence of MindPresence of Mind
Legend: AlacrityLegend: Alacrity
Legend: HasteLegend: Haste
Legend: BloodlineLegend: Bloodline
Coup de GraceCoup de Grace
Cut DownCut Down
Last StandLast Stand

Secondary Tree

DominationDomination
ElectrocuteElectrocute
Dark HarvestDark Harvest
Hail of BladesHail of Blades
Cheap ShotCheap Shot
Taste of BloodTaste of Blood
Sudden ImpactSudden Impact
Sixth SenseSixth Sense
Grisly MementosGrisly Mementos
Deep WardDeep Ward
Treasure HunterTreasure Hunter
Relentless HunterRelentless Hunter
Ultimate HunterUltimate Hunter

Gameplay Tips

Playing Nocturne

  • Using Paranoia at a critical moment is well worth it even if you cannot use the dash.
  • Duskbringer isn't only an offensive ability. It can be used to close distance out of combat or escape from certain death.
  • Use Shroud of Darkness in tandem with Paranoia's dash. Your opponents may panic and waste a critical disable on your spell shield.

Playing Against Nocturne

  • Stay close to your allies when Paranoia is cast - there is strength in numbers!
  • Nocturne's Unspeakable Horror is broken with range, so try to save your movement abilities for when he casts it.

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