Warwick Top Build: Best Runes, Items and Strategy Guide (57.3% WR)
Warwick is a powerful top laner with a 57.3% win rate in Emerald+ matches. Here's the optimal build and strategy guide.
Core Build
- First Item: Blade of The Ruined King
- Boots: Plated Steelcaps
- Second Item: Stridebreaker
- Complete Build: Sterak's Gage → Spirit Visage → Unending Despair
Runes Primary (Precision):
- Lethal Tempo
- Presence of Mind
- Legend: Alacrity
- Last Stand
Secondary (Resolve):
- Second Wind
- Revitalize
Shards:
- Attack Speed
- Adaptive Force
- Health Scaling (adjust based on matchup)
Skill Order Q > W > E
Best Matchups (100% Win Rate):
- Lucian
- Shaco
- Ryze
- Kayn
- Diana
- Heimerdinger
Worst Matchups (Avoid):
- Akali
- Shen
- Bel'Veth
- Swain
- Skarner
Key Tips
- If unable to secure kills with R in top lane, roam mid for potential kills
- Use Ultimate (R) to pick off isolated targets mid/late game to secure objectives
- When behind, group with team for picks
- When ahead, split push and take objectives
Situational Items Adjust your build based on:
- Team composition
- Enemy champions
- Game state
- Lane matchup
Consider defensive stats in rune shards (Armor/Magic Resist) based on lane opponent.
Always assess the game state and enemy composition to optimize your build path and playstyle accordingly.
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