Builds — official CN server data (patch 7.2)
Three reads of the same champion, computed by our engine on official CN server data (current-patch stats, ratios and prices): a reliable base to adapt to your game. Why this data? →
Anti-resist
14,900 — total costSafety — vs burst/dive
15,700 — total costPower spikes (computed)
Situational adaptations
The detailed guide below dates from patch 7.0e and is being rewritten — for the current meta, rely on the variants above.
Bard does not win through stats but through imbalance. This build allows him to arrive first, create immediate advantage, and leave before the enemy can respond, turning movement into real pressure.
Recommended Build
Starter
Spectral Sickle
Spectral Sickle upgrade, wards + gold passive
Sheen proc on auto attacks empowered by passive Meeps
penetration AP, surprise burst on auto attacks Meep + Q
Final Build
Boots & enchant
Sorcerer's Shoes
Stasis
Skill order
Runes
Q Cosmic Binding stun + auto + W Caretaker's Shrine combo triggers Electrocute.
Strengthens pokes Q Cosmic Binding in early with dominate the lane bot.
Strengthens autos chargedes of camps passive for trades burst increased.
Transforms the wards enemy into vision to him during his collection trips of camps.
Reduces incoming damage during his approaches to place his Q Cosmic Binding.