MID · EMERALD+ · RANKED SOLO

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How to Play LockeMid Build, Emerald+Patch 26.21

The recommended Locke Mid build for LoL Patch 26.21, from rune set to skill order to item path, based on MOBA Trainer's merged Emerald+ data.

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Silver StakePRitual NailsQSoul IgnitionWAshen PursuitEPurgatoryR
Patch 26.21 · Emerald+ · Ranked Solo
TierNo tier changeA#23of 56 Mid champions
Win rate51.9%vs 50.9% role avg
Pick rate6.3%8th most picked Mid
Ban rate33.5%

Locke Mid Build (Patch 26.21)

Highest win rate build path (6.4% pick rate, 52.5% win rate). Stats aggregated from Emerald+ ranked.

Runes

52.5% WR
DominationPRIMARY
ElectrocuteKEYSTONE
Sudden Impact
Sixth Sense
Ultimate Hunter
ResolveSECONDARY
Bone Plating
Revitalize
SHARDS

Summoner spells

FlashFlashIgniteIgnite

Skill order

Ritual NailsQAshen PursuitESoul IgnitionWMax Q first
Ritual Nails14579
Soul Ignition31415
Ashen Pursuit28101213
Purgatory611

Item build

6.4% pick
StartingDoran's RingHealth PotionHealth PotionDoran's Ring + Health Potion + Health Potion
Core buildLich BaneLich BaneShadowflameShadowflameZhonya's HourglassZhonya's Hourglass
BootsSorcerer's ShoesSorcerer's Shoes
SituationalLich BaneLich BaneShadowflameShadowflameDark SealDark SealZhonya's HourglassZhonya's HourglassStormsurgeStormsurgeRabadon's DeathcapRabadon's Deathcap

Locke Mid meta analysis (Patch 26.21)

Locke holds a 51.9% win rate in the Mid role on Patch 26.21, 1.0 points above the Mid role average of 50.9%. That is the 23rd highest win rate of 56 Mid champions tracked at Emerald+ this patch. With a 6.3% pick rate (8th most played in the role) and a 33.5% ban rate, Locke is one of the most banned picks in the game right now, so have a backup ready in draft.

Locke Mid held steady at A tier through Patch 26.21, with no tier movement since the previous data merge. Stable ratings are a good sign for one-tricks: the play patterns you practice now should keep working next patch. At A tier, Locke is a solid ranked choice that rewards matchup knowledge more than raw stats.

Champion select decides a lot of Locke Mid games. The hardest matchups this patch are Sylas (44.4% win rate for Locke) and Yasuo (45.1% win rate for Locke): consider banning one or holding your pick until the opponent locks in. On the other side, Viktor (57.9%) and Zed (56.1%) are the matchups to look for, where Locke wins the lane more often than not at Emerald+.

Other Mid champions at a similar power level in Patch 26.21:

Frequently asked questions

Is Locke good in Patch 26.21?

Locke is A tier Mid in Patch 26.21 with a 51.9% win rate, 6.3% pick rate, and 33.5% ban rate over merged Emerald+ data from u.gg and op.gg. MOBA Trainer rescored Locke Mid after Patch 26.21 using win rate, pick rate, and ban rate within the Mid role.

What is the best build for Locke Mid?

The best Locke Mid build in Patch 26.21 uses Lich Bane, Shadowflame, Zhonya's Hourglass with the Electrocute keystone from op.gg build data merged into MOBA Trainer. Locke Mid is A tier with 51.9% win rate this patch.

Who counters Locke?

Champions that counter Locke in Patch 26.21 include Sylas (44.4% Locke win rate), Yasuo (45.1% Locke win rate), Ahri (45.4% Locke win rate), based on matchup win rates from merged Emerald+ data. See the counters section for full matchup stats.

What should I practice to climb with Locke?

To climb with Locke Mid in Patch 26.21, focus on the core patterns MOBA Trainer drills for this champion: Wave management, Using teleport, and Splitpush. Wave management: Wave management is one of League of Legends fundamentals. Using teleport: Teleport is a versatile tool in you skill set that requires thoughtful usage.