TOP 5 CHAMPS TO TRY PATCH 25.09

Summary – Who are these picks for?

Fiora: For splitpushers and duelists who excel at dominating 1v1s, scaling into late game, and outmaneuvering opponents.

Jarvan IV: For junglers who want to control the game’s pace, set up ganks, and provide versatile engage or peel.

Vex: For mid laners who enjoy simple but deadly burst, countering mobile champs, and impacting the map with roams.

Yasuo: For mechanical players who thrive on outplays, mobility, and carrying through skill-expression in mid or bot.

Leona: For aggressive supports who love initiating fights, locking down enemies, and enabling their team with hard CC.

Fiora – The Grand Duelist (Top Lane)

Why you should try Fiora:

• Splitpush queen in 25.09: Fiora’s ability to dominate 1v1s and shred towers makes her a top-tier top laner for applying side-lane pressure and forcing enemy rotations.
• Excels in dueling: Her Q (Lunge) and passive (Duelist’s Dance) let her out-trade most top laners, while her W (Riposte) counters CC and burst, making her a nightmare for champs like Sett or Renekton.
• Scales like a monster: Fiora’s true damage from vitals and R (Grand Challenge) lets her melt tanks and carries alike in the late game, especially in extended fights.
• High outplay potential: Mastering her W timing and vital procs allows for clutch 1v2s or escapes, rewarding skilled players with mechanical precision.
• Great for solo queue: Her ability to splitpush, duel, and carry through macro makes her ideal for climbing, especially in games where teams lack coordination to counter her side-lane pressure.

Who it’s for: Fiora is for top laners who love 1v1 duels, splitpushing, and outscaling opponents through mechanical skill. She’s perfect for players who enjoy macro-focused gameplay and want to carry by forcing the enemy to respond to their pressure.

Jarvan IV – The Exemplar of Demacia (Jungle)

Why you should try Jarvan IV:

• Dominates the jungle in 25.09: The nerfs to Void Grubs’ early-game impact favor Jarvan’s gank-heavy playstyle, letting him control the map from level 3.
• Versatile kit: His E-Q (Flag and Drag) combo provides reliable engage, while his R (Cataclysm) traps key targets or zones enemies. He can initiate, peel, or dive depending on the situation.
• Early gank pressure: Jarvan’s strong early game lets him invade weak junglers (like Amumu) or set up kills in overextended lanes, snowballing his team’s lead.
• Great for teamplay: His kit synergizes with champs like Yasuo or Leona, amplifying knock-ups for devastating combos. He also secures objectives like Dragon or Herald easily with his smite and CC.
• Adaptable playstyle: Whether you’re in low elo focusing on ganks or high elo coordinating dives, Jarvan’s simplicity and impact make him a consistent pick across all ranks.

Who it’s for: Jarvan IV is perfect for junglers who want to dictate the game’s tempo, enjoy ganking early, and provide utility in teamfights. He’s great for players who like a balance of aggression and team-oriented play.

Vex – The Gloomist (Mid Lane)

Why you should try Vex:

• Meta counter in 25.09: Vex’s kit is designed to punish mobile champs (Yasuo, Zed, Akali), which are prevalent in mid lane, making her a strong pick in the current meta.
• Simple but deadly burst: Her Q (Mistral Bolt), E (Looming Darkness), and R (Shadow Surge) deliver high-damage combos that are easy to execute, even for mid-lane newcomers.
• Strong roaming potential: Vex’s waveclear and long-range ultimate let her push mid and gank side lanes, impacting the map after level 6 with picks or follow-up damage.
• Safe laning phase: Her range and CC let her farm safely against assassins, while her passive (Doom ‘n Gloom) adds extra damage against dash-heavy champs, giving her an edge in trades.
• Teamfight impact: Vex’s R can reset in fights, letting her chain kills or zone carries, making her a threat in both pick comps and front-to-back teamfights.

Who it’s for: Vex is for mid laners who want a straightforward mage with high burst, anti-mobility tools, and the ability to roam and carry. She’s great for players who like impacting the map and countering popular picks like assassins or mobile fighters.

Yasuo – The Unforgiven (ADC)

Why you should try Yasuo:

• Thrives in the 25.09 meta: The meta’s focus on mid-game skirmishes and synergy with CC-heavy supports (like Leona) makes Yasuo a strong pick as an ADC in bot lane, though he can flex to mid if preferred.
• High-skill, high-reward: His Q (Steel Tempest) and E (Sweeping Blade) allow for flashy outplays, while his R (Last Breath) capitalizes on allied knock-ups for devastating teamfight impact.
• Lane bully with scaling: Yasuo’s passive shield and mobility let him trade aggressively early, while his late-game damage makes him a hypercarry in extended fights, especially with a tanky support.
• Synergy in bot lane: Paired with supports like Leona or Nautilus, Yasuo’s R becomes a reliable follow-up to their CC, letting him snowball the lane and carry fights. His W (Wind Wall) counters poke-heavy supports like Lux or Karma.
• Outplay potential: Mastering his E-Q combos and W timing lets you turn fights, making him perfect for players who love mechanical challenges and clutch moments.

Who it’s for: Yasuo is for players who enjoy high-risk, high-reward gameplay, have strong mechanics, and want to carry through outplays. He’s great as an ADC for bot laners who can synergize with CC-heavy supports and want to shine in solo queue.

Leona – The Radiant Dawn (Support)

Why you should try Leona:

• Buffed in Patch 25.09: Increased durability and base damage make her engages tankier and her CC chains deadlier, cementing her as a top-tier support in the current meta.
• Unmatched engage potential: Her E (Zenith Blade) into Q (Shield of Daybreak) combo locks down enemies, setting up kills for your ADC or jungler. Her R (Solar Flare) adds long-range initiation or disengage.
• Snowball queen in bot lane: Leona’s level 2-3 all-ins are devastating, especially with ADCs like Yasuo or Samira, letting you dominate early and snowball leads through aggressive play.
• Teamfight powerhouse: Multiple CC abilities make her a nightmare for squishy carries, while her tankiness lets her frontline or peel effectively, adapting to the team’s needs.
• Great for all ranks: Her straightforward kit is perfect for beginners, but her ability to dictate fights and punish mispositioned enemies rewards experienced players in coordinated play.

Who it’s for: Leona is ideal for support players who love aggressive playstyles, want to control the pace of the bot lane, and enjoy setting up their team for success. She shines in low elo for her simplicity and in high elo for her ability to capitalize on enemy mistakes.