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Xin Zhao Build Guides, Runes and Items

Xin Zhao The Seneschal of Demacia

Find the best Xin Zhao build guides for League of Legends S13 Patch 13.5. The MOBAFire community works hard to keep their LoL builds and guides updated, and will help you craft the best Xin Zhao build for the S13 meta. Learn more about Xin Zhao's abilities, skins, or even ask your own questions to the community!

Season 12 Builds
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LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide
LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide

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Build by Guest updated July 27, 2022
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LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide
LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide

Xin Zhao as of 12.9

Build by 6e9Fael updated May 14, 2022
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LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide
LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide

xin zhao

Build by Durgonsin updated March 29, 2022
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LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide
LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide

AP Mage(?) Xin Zhao [11.24]

Build by OmegaDelta000 updated December 20, 2021
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LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide
LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide

social credit ↑+1500

Build by KimeraBuilds04 updated November 21, 2021
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LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide
LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide

The Ultimate Tank Assassin Xin

Build by L.Dorago updated November 20, 2021
Season 11 Guides
9.5
85
Votes
5
LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide
LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide

Xin Zhao the Mid Lane God (Become a Cosmic God) [S11]

Guide by Kalaaver updated February 18, 2021
  • In-depth
9.5
214
Votes
14
LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide
LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide

[11.3] BE A MAN™ - In-depth Xin Zhao Guide for Top Lane

Guide by Sir Wellington updated February 16, 2021
  • In-depth
8.7
154
Votes
9
LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide
LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide

[UPDATED 11.19] Grandmaster Xin Zhao Guide

Guide by lol_eji updated September 28, 2021
  • In-depth
8.1
6
Votes
0
LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide
LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide

Xin Zhao - CROUCHING HYDRA

Guide by Opa360x updated November 15, 2020
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LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide
LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide

[11.17] Challenger Xin'Zhao Guide [Updated Each Patch]

Guide by Nanelol updated August 25, 2021
7.3
5
Votes
1
LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide
LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide

[11.13] Xin Zhao hard pressure enemy a.s.s

Guide by su_u_baru updated June 24, 2021
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LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide
LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide

TO THE ARENA | DIAMOND XIN ZHAO GUIDE

Guide by stormthrust updated July 18, 2021
Season 11 Builds
8.5
8
Votes
0
LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide
LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide

Yes

Build by Guest updated June 2, 2021
8.5
14
Votes
2
LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide
LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide

xin delete guide by Xingodkrio

Build by BloodyPrincess updated March 17, 2021
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LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide
LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide

Invisible Assassin Xin

Build by Guest updated August 6, 2021
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LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide
LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide

Bonk bonk china spear man

Build by Guest updated July 16, 2021
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LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide
LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide

Xin Zhao Math Build (Season 11)

Build by aCuria updated June 17, 2021
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LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide
LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide

Xin Zhao Mid/Adc Guide

Build by monticlassico updated April 13, 2021
7.5
6
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1
LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide
LoL Champion Xin Zhao Build Guide

😎 😎 😎 The CHAD way to play xin zhao top (SWAG) WIP

Build by WrongCalculation updated September 10, 2021
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Xin Zhao Build & Runes

If you're looking for the best rune build for Xin Zhao we've got you covered. Below you can find the best items and runes to build for Xin Zhao, as determined by calculations of thousands of Plat+ League of Legends games. If you are already familiar with how to play Xin Zhao this is a great resource to quickly get a good rune selection for Patch 13.5. However, if you are a new Xin Zhao player we highly recommend reading through some of the guides above to learn why this build is strong on Xin Zhao!

Patch 13.5: 3205127 matches scanned * Each section of the build is rated independently of the others

Xin Zhao's Runes

Xin Zhao's Best Runes 50%

Win Rate 14222 Games

  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
Precision
LoL Path: Precision
LoL Rune: Conqueror
Conqueror
LoL Rune: Triumph
Triumph
LoL Rune: Legend: Alacrity
Legend: Alacrity
LoL Rune: Coup de Grace
Coup de Grace

Inspiration
LoL Path: Inspiration
LoL Rune: Magical Footwear
Magical Footwear
LoL Rune: Cosmic Insight
Cosmic Insight

Second Best

Xin Zhao's 2nd Best Runes 51%

Win Rate 7588 Games

Domination
LoL Path: Domination
LoL Rune: Hail of Blades
Hail of Blades
LoL Rune: Sudden Impact
Sudden Impact
LoL Rune: Eyeball Collection
Eyeball Collection
LoL Rune: Relentless Hunter
Relentless Hunter

Precision
LoL Path: Precision
LoL Rune: Legend: Alacrity
Legend: Alacrity
LoL Rune: Triumph
Triumph

Third Best

Xin Zhao's 3rd Best Runes 51%

Win Rate 3503 Games

Precision
LoL Path: Precision
LoL Rune: Lethal Tempo
Lethal Tempo
LoL Rune: Triumph
Triumph
LoL Rune: Legend: Alacrity
Legend: Alacrity
LoL Rune: Coup de Grace
Coup de Grace

Inspiration
LoL Path: Inspiration
LoL Rune: Magical Footwear
Magical Footwear
LoL Rune: Cosmic Insight
Cosmic Insight

Xin Zhao's Summoner Spells

Xin Zhao's Best Summoner Spells 50%

Win Rate 43833 Games

  • 1
  • 2
  • 3

Second Best

Xin Zhao's 2nd Best Summoner Spells 49%

Win Rate 609 Games

Ghost Smite

Third Best

Xin Zhao's 3rd Best Summoner Spells 44%

Win Rate 234 Games

Smite Ignite

Xin Zhao's Starters

Xin Zhao's Best Starter Items 52%

Win Rate 17149 Games

  • 1
  • 2
  • 3

Trinket

Xin Zhao's Best Trinket 51%

Win Rate 38415 Games

  • 1
  • 2
  • 3

Second Best

Xin Zhao's 2nd Best Trinket 46%

Win Rate 5588 Games

Stealth Ward

Third Best

Xin Zhao's 3rd Best Trinket 79%

Win Rate 315 Games

Eye of the Herald
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Patch 13.5: 3205126 matches scanned * Each section of the build is rated independently of the others

Xin Zhao's Runes

Xin Zhao's Best Runes 52%

Win Rate 1325 Games

  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
Precision
LoL Path: Precision
LoL Rune: Lethal Tempo
Lethal Tempo
LoL Rune: Triumph
Triumph
LoL Rune: Legend: Alacrity
Legend: Alacrity
LoL Rune: Last Stand
Last Stand

Inspiration
LoL Path: Inspiration
LoL Rune: Magical Footwear
Magical Footwear
LoL Rune: Future's Market
Future's Market

Second Best

Xin Zhao's 2nd Best Runes 57%

Win Rate 293 Games

Precision
LoL Path: Precision
LoL Rune: Lethal Tempo
Lethal Tempo
LoL Rune: Triumph
Triumph
LoL Rune: Legend: Alacrity
Legend: Alacrity
LoL Rune: Last Stand
Last Stand

Inspiration
LoL Path: Inspiration
LoL Rune: Magical Footwear
Magical Footwear
LoL Rune: Future's Market
Future's Market

Third Best

Xin Zhao's 3rd Best Runes 57%

Win Rate 111 Games

Precision
LoL Path: Precision
LoL Rune: Lethal Tempo
Lethal Tempo
LoL Rune: Triumph
Triumph
LoL Rune: Legend: Alacrity
Legend: Alacrity
LoL Rune: Last Stand
Last Stand

Resolve
LoL Path: Resolve
LoL Rune: Revitalize
Revitalize
LoL Rune: Bone Plating
Bone Plating

Xin Zhao's Summoner Spells

Xin Zhao's Best Summoner Spells 50%

Win Rate 4947 Games

  • 1
  • 2
  • 3

Second Best

Xin Zhao's 2nd Best Summoner Spells 49%

Win Rate 1870 Games

Flash Teleport

Third Best

Xin Zhao's 3rd Best Summoner Spells 45%

Win Rate 75 Games

Teleport Ignite

Xin Zhao's Starters

Xin Zhao's Best Starter Items 49%

Win Rate 7626 Games

  • 1
  • 2
  • 3

Second Best

Xin Zhao's 2nd Best Starter Items 51%

Win Rate 5313 Games

Long Sword Refillable Potion

Third Best

Xin Zhao's 3rd Best Starter Items 47%

Win Rate 1932 Games

Long Sword Health Potion

Trinket

Xin Zhao's Best Trinket 44%

Win Rate 3774 Games

  • 1
  • 2
  • 3

Second Best

Xin Zhao's 2nd Best Trinket 55%

Win Rate 2424 Games

Oracle Lens

Third Best

Xin Zhao's 3rd Best Trinket 53%

Win Rate 827 Games

Farsight Alteration
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Xin Zhao Counters

Learn Xin Zhao's counters and discover matchups where they have an advantage! When you're starting a game of League of Legends you should always keep in mind if you'll be at an advantage or disadvantage against your opponent, so you can know whether to bully them or play safe. You can find detailed breakdowns of each matchup on CounterStats, and you can also check out some Xin Zhao guides to see how to build and play against other champions you may find yourself up against!


This counter data is for Xin Zhao Jungle in Plat+ games. The percent shown is the enemy champion's counter rating against Xin Zhao. Counter rating is our own statistic that factors in counter kills, overall kills, early lead ratio, comeback ratio, and win percent to give the whole picture of that champion's effectiveness as a counter pick.

Xin Zhao Skins

Xin Zhao's Abilities

Xin Zhao's Determination
Determination Xin Zhao's Passive Xin Zhao's Passive
Self
Xin Zhao's Passive
Xin Zhao's Passive
Every third attack or strike with Wind Becomes Lightning deals an additional 15 / 30 / 45 / 60% attack damge as bonus physical damage and restores 6-74 (+65% of ability power) (+0.1 per attack damage) health.
Q
Xin Zhao's Three Talon Strike
Three Talon Strike Xin Zhao's Q Ability
Self
30
7 / 6.5 / 6 / 5.5 / 5
Xin Zhao's next 3 attacks deal an additional 16 / 25 / 34 / 43 / 52 (+0.4 per attack damage) physical damage and reduces his other ability's cooldowns by 1 second. The third attack also knocks up for 0.75 seconds.
W
Xin Zhao's Wind Becomes Lightning
Wind Becomes Lightning Xin Zhao's W Ability
1000
60
12 / 11 / 10 / 9 / 8
Xin Zhao slashes, dealing 30 / 40 / 50 / 60 / 70 (+0.3 per attack damage) physical damage, then thrusts, dealing the same damage again. Enemies hit by the thrust are slowed by 50% for 1 seconds. Champions and large monsters hit by the thrust are marked as Challenged for 3 seconds.
E
Xin Zhao's Audacious Charge
Audacious Charge Xin Zhao's E Ability
650
50
11
Xin Zhao charges an enemy, dealing 50 / 75 / 100 / 125 / 150 (+60% of ability power) magic damage to nearby enemies and slowing them by 30% for 0.5 seconds.

Xin Zhao also grants himself 40 / 45 / 50 / 55 / 60% attack speed for 5 seconds. Audacious Charge's range is increased on enemies that are Challenged.
R
Xin Zhao's Crescent Guard
Crescent Guard Xin Zhao's Ultimate (R) Ability
450
100
120 / 110 / 100 / 100 / 100
The last champion Xin Zhao damaged with an attack or Audacious Charge is Challenged for 3 seconds. Xin Zhao unleashes a sweep around him that deals 75 / 175 / 275 (+110% of ability power) (+1.0 per bonus attack damage) plus 15% current health as physical damage and knocks back all non-Challenged enemies. Afterwards, Xin Zhao becomes immune to damage from enemies outside the sweep range for 4 seconds.

Questions About Xin Zhao

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Xin Zhao jungle routes for season 8

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How to Preseason 5 Jungle?

Hello, I haven't truly jangled and known completely what I was doing since season 1, I have been forced into it and have done mediocre at best but this season I would like to be more useful when I get stuck in the only role I don't know how top...

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XIn zhao skill order

Hi all, i have one question for you. Is more better max q or w after e? Beacouse by maxing q I only get more damage, maxing w i have health (better for 1vs1 & jungle) and 80% attack speed. That is A LOT, and i can do more attacks in...

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Which comes first for Xin Zhao?

As a mid-pro Xin Player, I would like to ask you guys on his Skill Tree, so which comes first? the "Q" or the "E"

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Deffensive Tree

Hi guys i would like to ask what do you think about Deffensive 21 masteries for tanky Junglers. I am currently using: 2x[[Unyielding]] 2x[[Tenacious]] 3x[[Juggernaut]] [[Defender]] [[Reinforced armor]] 1x[[Legendary armor]] and of course [[Honor...

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Best marks for jungle Xin?

So basically, I've been playing Xin a damn lot recently and I have been trying some different sets of runes, but I still have major doubts about my marks. A short introduction to my Xin for your information: Seals: Flat armor Glyphs: Flat...

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Xin Zhao builds

Hi, my question is how to build Xin Zhao, i recently bought him and i didn't have much idea of the items that he needs. Wich stat he needs? AS and Crit? How I should start? Thanks for your help and sorry my english lol. I have checked the...

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