Matchup
Skill matchup
Build vs Pyke
Build adapted to this matchup
Starting items
Core build
Standard
Summoner spells
62%
31%Anti AD
Anti Heal
Anti AP
Anti Heal
Anti Tank
DPS
Other options
Domination
Electrocute
Cheap Shot
Deep Ward
Relentless Hunter
Sorcery
Celerity
Scorch
Power Spikes
Strength by game phase
Bard
PykePyke's abilities
Passive, spells and ultimate
When Pyke is hidden from enemies, he regenerates damage that he has recently taken from champions. Pyke also cannot gain extra Maximum Health from any source, and instead gains Bonus AD.
Cooldowns
Cooldowns by spell rank
| Level | Q | W | E | R |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 10s | 14s | 15s | – |
| 6 | 9s | 14s | 15s | 1m40 |
| 9 | 8s | 13s | 15s | 1m40 |
| 11 | 8s | 12s | 15s | 1m25 |
| 16 | 8s | 10s | 13s | 1m10 |
| 18 | 8s | 10s | 11s | 1m10 |
Playing against Pyke
How to counter and exploit weaknesses
Pyke CANNOT gain bonus HP: HP items are converted into AD. He stays squishy the entire game.
His R has a threshold indicator (X on the ground): if you're above the threshold, you can't be executed.
Control wards reveal Pyke in W — place them in fights to prevent him from flanking.
His Q hook has a visible windup: sidestep when you see him charging.
Source: op.gg + LTL Engine · Patch 16.9.1 · May 9, 2026