Bard build
Stats
Lore
A traveler from beyond the stars, Bard is an agent of serendipity who fights to maintain a balance where life can endure the indifference of chaos. Many Runeterrans sing songs that ponder his extraordinary nature, yet they all agree that the cosmic vagabond is drawn to artifacts of great magical power. Surrounded by a jubilant choir of helpful spirit meeps, it is impossible to mistake his actions as malevolent, as Bard always serves the greater good... in his own odd way.
Abilities
Meeps: Bard attracts lesser spirits that assist with his basic attacks to deal extra magic damage. When Bard has collected enough Chimes, his meeps will also deal damage in an area and slow enemies hit.Chimes: Ancient chimes randomly appear for Bard to collect. These grant experience, maximum mana, and out-of-combat movement speed stacks.
Bard fires a missile which will slow the first enemy struck, and continue onward. If it strikes a wall, it will stun the initial target; if it strikes another enemy, it will stun them both.
Reveals a healing shrine which powers up over a short time, disappearing after healing and speeding up the first ally that touches it.
Bard opens a portal in nearby terrain. Allies and enemies alike can take a one-way trip through that terrain by moving into the portal.
Bard sends spirit energy arcing to a location, putting all champions, minions, monsters, and turrets hit into stasis for a brief time.
Build
| Summoner Spells | Pick Rate | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|
  | 82.7% | 52.4% |
 | 16.2% | 51.6% |
| Starting Items | Pick Rate | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|
  | 62.0% | 52.5% |
 | 27.6% | 51.5% |
| Trinkets | Pick Rate | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|
 | 97.6% | 52.5% |
 | 2.1% | 38.6% |
| Boots | Pick Rate | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|
 | 32.2% | 52.3% |
 | 31.0% | 54.1% |
| Skills | Pick Rate | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|
 Q  W  E Q Q  R Q W | 66.3% | 52.5% |
Q W E Q Q R Q E | 10.1% | 50.9% |
Runes
Matchups
| Champion | Games Played | Win % | KDA Difference | Damage Difference | Gold Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Thresh | 2,805 | 51% | 0.2 | 4,005 | 365 |
 Lulu | 2,494 | 51% | 0.2 | 5,781 | 426 |
 Senna | 1,530 | 52% | 0.7 | -5,591 | -1,606 |
 Seraphine | 1,388 | 53% | 0.7 | -315 | -41 |
 Yuumi | 1,380 | 53% | -0.8 | 2,794 | 510 |
 Leona | 1,298 | 53% | 0.9 | 5,008 | 668 |
 Alistar | 1,230 | 54% | 0.8 | 5,034 | 629 |
 Morgana | 1,155 | 51% | 0.2 | -2,385 | -280 |
 Nami | 1,146 | 50% | 0.0 | 2,586 | 337 |
 Karma | 978 | 52% | 0.6 | -238 | 72 |
 Nautilus | 967 | 50% | 0.7 | 2,504 | 452 |
 Pyke | 831 | 55% | 0.7 | 1,467 | -2,370 |
 Janna | 819 | 53% | 0.3 | 2,409 | 350 |
 Rell | 815 | 54% | 1.0 | 3,806 | 701 |
 Lux | 663 | 52% | 0.5 | -6,206 | -722 |
 Rakan | 550 | 56% | 0.4 | 4,419 | 643 |
 Soraka | 536 | 54% | 0.8 | 6,482 | 845 |
 Swain | 531 | 52% | 0.8 | -7,769 | -1,002 |
 Blitzcrank | 526 | 50% | 0.5 | 3,356 | 559 |
 Brand | 515 | 48% | 1.2 | -11,233 | -1,133 |
 Zilean | 461 | 52% | 0.0 | 118 | -95 |
 Zyra | 428 | 46% | 1.0 | -9,616 | -801 |
 Braum | 336 | 56% | 0.5 | 4,967 | 712 |
 Vel'Koz | 297 | 49% | 0.7 | -10,784 | -974 |
 Shaco | 256 | 49% | 0.5 | -6,116 | -441 |
 Xerath | 256 | 53% | 0.7 | -10,285 | -988 |
 Pantheon | 218 | 56% | 1.1 | -2,711 | -668 |
 Sona | 215 | 51% | 0.9 | 1,089 | 269 |
 Maokai | 200 | 49% | 0.4 | -6,491 | -53 |
 Sett | 172 | 56% | 1.2 | 1,594 | 210 |
 Galio | 162 | 48% | 0.1 | -878 | -67 |
 Taric | 139 | 53% | 0.7 | 7,710 | 784 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Bard skins are there?
There are 5 skins for Bard. They are Elderwood Bard, Snow Day Bard, Bard Bard, Astronaut Bard, and the default skin.
Who counters Bard?
Bard is countered by Brand, Zyra, Vel'Koz.
Who does Bard counter?
Bard counters Thresh, Lulu, Senna.
What should I buy on Bard?
The exact items that you buy on any champion should differ from game to game, but the most common item build on Bard is Imperial Mandate first into Dead Man's Plate and Rapid Firecannon. Players usually take Boots of Swiftness for boots.
Where should I play Bard?
85% of Bard players play support.