
The Best Nilah Build 2024: Runes, Items, and Counters Guide
Nilah's optimal build focuses on maximizing her damage output while maintaining survivability through strategic item choices and rune selection.
Core Build Summary:
- Summoner Spells: Flash, Barrier
- Primary Runes: Conqueror, Triumph, Legend: Bloodline, Last Stand
- Secondary Runes: Sudden Impact, Treasure Hunter
- Core Items: The Collector, Plated Steelcaps, Infinity Edge
- Final Items: Lord Dominik's Regards, Immortal Shieldbow, Bloodthirster
- Skill Order: Q > E > W
Best Matchups (Win Rate):
- Twitch (58.6%)
- Kai'Sa (56.9%)
- Aphelios (56.5%)
- Ezreal (56.5%)
- Samira (56.2%)
Counter Picks to Avoid:
- Xayah (45.6%)
- Kog'Maw (45.8%)
- Hwei (48.0%)
- Swain (48.6%)
- Smolder (48.6%)
Best Support Synergies:
- Taric (59.6%)
- Senna (57.4%)
- Blitzcrank (57.0%)
- Karma (56.9%)
- Thresh (56.5%)
Key Tips:
- Maintain two E stacks for escape options
- Capitalize on early level 6 power spike
- Position for multi-target ultimates in teamfights
Alternative Build:
- Core Items: Immortal Shieldbow > The Collector > Infinity Edge
- Final Items: Lord Dominik's Regards, Death's Dance
- Win Rate: 58.0% across 181 matches
Situational Items: Adjust your build based on enemy composition and game state, particularly focusing on armor or magic resist in rune shards depending on lane matchup.