Matchup
Build vs Rengar
Build adapted to this matchup
Starting items
Core build
Standard
Summoner spells
100%Anti AD
Anti Heal
Anti CC
Anti Tank
DPS
Precision
Lethal Tempo
Triumph
Legend: Alacrity
Coup de Grace
Domination
Treasure Hunter
Taste of Blood
Power Spikes
Strength by game phase
Tristana
RengarRengar's abilities
Passive, spells and ultimate
While in Brush, Rengar leaps at his target with his basic attack.Rengar generates Ferocity whenever he casts an ability. At Max Ferocity, his next ability is empowered.Killing enemy champions awards trophies on Rengar's Bonetooth Necklace, granting bonus attack damage.
Cooldowns
Cooldowns by spell rank
| Level | Q | W | E | R |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 0.25s | 0.25s | 0.25s | – |
| 6 | 0.25s | 0.25s | 0.25s | 1m40 |
| 9 | 0.25s | 0.25s | 0.25s | 1m40 |
| 11 | 0.25s | 0.25s | 0.25s | 1m30 |
| 16 | 0.25s | 0.25s | 0.25s | 1m20 |
| 18 | 0.25s | 0.25s | 0.25s | 1m20 |
Playing against Rengar
How to counter and exploit weaknesses
The "!" above your head means Rengar is invisible and nearby — group up immediately.
Control wards and Sweeper reveal him in R — place them in teamfights to protect the carry.
Don't position near bushes in lane: he leaps for free from bushes.
Zhonya's or Guardian Angel are essential for carries — they survive the initial burst.
Source: op.gg + LTL Engine · Patch 16.9.1 · May 9, 2026