Aphelios

Aphelios

ADC Build, Runes, Items · Patch 26.9

C Tier Win Rate 51.4% Pick Rate 1.9% Ban Rate 1.2% Role ADC Games 144 Patch 26.9
Patch: 26.9
Tier C
Win Rate 51.4%
Pick Rate 1.9%
Ban Rate 1.2%
Matches 144
RUNES
WR 50.48% PR 72.92% Games 105
Precision
Precision
Press the Attack
Lethal Tempo
Fleet Footwork
Conqueror
Absorb Life
Triumph
Presence of Mind
Legend: Alacrity
Legend: Haste
Legend: Bloodline
Coup de Grace
Cut Down
Last Stand
Inspiration
Inspiration
Hextech Flashtraption
Magical Footwear
Triple Tonic
Cash Back
Jack Of All Trades
Biscuit Delivery
Cosmic Insight
Approach Velocity
Time Warp Tonic
Adaptive Force
Attack Speed
Cooldown Reduction
Adaptive Force
Movement Speed
Health
Health
Slow Resist & Tenacity
Scaling Health
WR 72.22% PR 12.50% Games 18
Precision
Precision
Press the Attack
Lethal Tempo
Fleet Footwork
Conqueror
Absorb Life
Triumph
Presence of Mind
Legend: Alacrity
Legend: Haste
Legend: Bloodline
Coup de Grace
Cut Down
Last Stand
Inspiration
Inspiration
Hextech Flashtraption
Magical Footwear
Triple Tonic
Cash Back
Jack Of All Trades
Biscuit Delivery
Cosmic Insight
Approach Velocity
Time Warp Tonic
Adaptive Force
Attack Speed
Cooldown Reduction
Adaptive Force
Movement Speed
Health
Health
Slow Resist & Tenacity
Scaling Health
Items

Starting Items

Games 9 PR 6%
Item 1055
Item 2003
Item 1036
Item 1001
Games 8 PR 6%
Item 1055
Item 2003
Item 1083
Item 2031

Build Order

Item 1055
Item 1037
Item 1001
Item 2523
Item 1038
Item 3031
Item 3036
Item 3097

Completed Items

Item 3031
Item 2523
Item 3036
Item 3097
Item 6676
Item 3046

Situational Items

Item 1036
Item 1018
Item 1042
Item 6670
Item 1083
Item 1086
Item 3134
Item 3144
Ability Max Order Q > E > W
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
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18
Q
Q
Q
Q
Q
Q
Q
W
W
W
W
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
R
R
R

Overview

Aphelios is a unique marksman who uses multiple weapons to adapt to different combat situations. Each weapon combination changes his playstyle, allowing him to deal massive damage, control fights, or sustain in extended battles. When mastered, Aphelios becomes one of the most dangerous late game carries in the game.

Strengths

  • Extremely strong late game damage
  • Different weapons provide flexible playstyles
  • High sustained damage in teamfights
  • Strong scaling with items
  • Very powerful when protected by teammates

Weaknesses

  • Very immobile marksman
  • Complex mechanics compared to other ADCs
  • Relies heavily on positioning
  • Weak if caught without support
  • Early game can be vulnerable

Early Game

In the early game Aphelios should focus on safe farming and avoiding unnecessary fights. Understanding your weapon combinations is important for winning trades. Try to stay safe and scale toward your item power spikes.

Mid Game

During mid game Aphelios becomes more threatening once he has completed core items. Position carefully and rely on your teammates to protect you while dealing consistent damage.

Late Game

Late game is where Aphelios truly shines. With proper positioning and the right weapon combinations, he can melt entire teams with sustained damage. Protecting Aphelios often becomes the team's main priority.

Tips & Tricks

  • Learn the strengths of each weapon combination.
  • Positioning is more important than aggression.
  • Stay behind your frontline in teamfights.
  • Use long range weapons to poke safely.
  • Track your next weapon rotation carefully.