Matchup
Build vs Ahri
Build adapted to this matchup
Starting items
Core build
Standard
Anti CC
DPS
Other options
Power Spikes
Strength by game phase
Ahri's abilities
Passive, spells and ultimate
After killing 9 minions or monsters, Ahri heals.After taking down an enemy champion, Ahri heals for a greater amount.
Cooldowns
Cooldowns by spell rank
| Level | Q | W | E | R |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 7s | 9s | 12s | – |
| 6 | 7s | 9s | 12s | 2m20 |
| 9 | 7s | 8s | 12s | 2m20 |
| 11 | 7s | 7s | 12s | 2m |
| 16 | 7s | 5s | 12s | 1m40 |
| 18 | 7s | 5s | 12s | 1m40 |
Playing against Ahri
How to counter and exploit weaknesses
Stay behind minions: her E (Charm) is blocked by units, and it's her main burst condition.
When Ahri has used all 3 charges of R, she's very vulnerable during the 130s cooldown — track her ult and engage when it's down.
Her Q deals magic damage going out, but true damage on the return — side-stepping the return is more important than the outgoing.
Ahri is strong in midgame thanks to picks with E + R: avoid wandering alone in the jungle when she's MIA.
Source: op.gg + LTL Engine · Patch 16.9.1 · May 9, 2026