Matchup
Build vs Blitzcrank
Build adapted to this matchup
Starting items
Core build
Standard
Summoner spells
50%
50%Anti AD
Anti Heal
Anti CC
Anti Tank
DPS
Precision
Lethal Tempo
Triumph
Legend: Bloodline
Cut Down
Sorcery
Celerity
Nimbus Cloak
Power Spikes
Strength by game phase
Zeri
BlitzcrankBlitzcrank's abilities
Passive, spells and ultimate
Blitzcrank gains a shield based on their mana when dropping to low health.
Cooldowns
Cooldowns by spell rank
| Level | Q | W | E | R |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 20s | 15s | 7s | – |
| 6 | 18s | 15s | 7s | 1m |
| 9 | 16s | 15s | 7s | 1m |
| 11 | 16s | 15s | 7s | 40s |
| 16 | 16s | 15s | 6s | 20s |
| 18 | 16s | 15s | 5s | 20s |
Playing against Blitzcrank
How to counter and exploit weaknesses
ALWAYS stay behind minions in lane: Blitzcrank's hook is blocked by units.
When Blitzcrank misses his Q (cooldown 20-12s), it's your window to trade aggressively — he has nothing without his hook.
Watch out for his level 2 power spike (Q + E): a hook followed by a knock-up is often a kill in lane.
If you're a tank or support, getting hooked intentionally can be advantageous — it prevents your carry from getting grabbed instead.
Source: op.gg + LTL Engine · Patch 16.9.1 · May 9, 2026