Champion Stats
| Role | Fighter / Assassin |
| Difficulty | |
| Blue Essence | 675 BE |
Why High-Elo Players Smurf with Pantheon
Low elo players don't understand the 'semi-global' threat range of Pantheon's R (Grand Starfall). They will overstay in lane with 30% HP, not realizing Pantheon can drop from the sky and finish them before they can reach their tower. They also underestimate the invulnerability of his E (Aegis Assault), allowing Pantheon to dive towers and survive situations that would kill any other champion.
The Level 1 Cheese
First Blood Strategy
Start Q (Comet Spear) and poke the enemy relentlessly. At level 1, a tapped Q has a very short cooldown and surprisingly high damage. If you have 5 passive stacks, your Q will deal massive damage and slow the target. If you're in a level 1 invade, start W (Shield Vault) for the guaranteed point-and-click stun and 3-hit passive trigger.
The 'Pay-to-Win' Skin Advantage
'Dragonslayer Pantheon' is the classic 'smurf' skin—the animations are sharp and the wings on the R are legendary. 'Perseus Pantheon' is a great 'budget' choice that looks clean. 'Ruined Pantheon' offers a more dark and imposing aesthetic. Avoid 'Baker Pantheon' unless you want to lean into the meme, as it lacks the 'intimidation factor' of his more serious skins.
When They Ban Pantheon
Backup Pick: If Pantheon is banned,
Renekton offers similar lane dominance and stun-based trades.
Zed for high-mobility AD burst.
Galio if you need the semi-global R presence in the mid-lane.
Rune Setup
Best Runes: Press the Attack is the best choice for burst, as your empowered W instantly triggers it. Conqueror is the alternative for extended dueling in top lane or against tankier compositions. Secondary Inspiration with Biscuit Delivery and Cosmic Insight to maintain your lane pressure and have your summoners up more often.
Skill Priority
Order:
Q → E → WMax Q first—it is your primary source of damage and poke. Max E second for the reduced cooldown and increased damage mitigation. W is maxed last as the stun duration doesn't increase with rank and the damage is secondary to your other skills.
Mastering Pantheon's Kit
Comet Spear. Tap for a quick strike, hold for a long-range throw. It deals bonus damage to enemies below 20% HP. Use the tap version in melee range for higher DPS.
Shield Vault. You leap to an enemy and stun them. The empowered version makes you strike the target 3 times, instantly stacking your passive and runes like PTA.
Aegis Assault. You block all damage from a direction for a short time and then slam your shield. You are slow while using it. Use this to block 'unstoppable' ultimates like
Lux's R or
Draven's axes.
Grand Starfall. You leap into the air and slam down at a target location. It slows and deals damage in a large area. Use this to cut off retreats or join fights from across the map.
Matchup Tips
Easy Matchup. Your W is a point-and-click stun that avoids his Windwall. You can out-trade him at every stage of the early game. Just don't let him kite you through minions.
Vs Zed
Skill Matchup. You can block his entire burst with a well-timed E. If he out-ranges you with shurikens, you lose. Save your W for when he ults you—wait for him to reappear and stun him instantly.
Hard Counter. A good Fiora will Riposte your W stun and kill you instantly. You have to bait out her W or use your Q poke to whittle her down without committing to a full leap.
The Ego Check
WARNING: Stop wasting your E! Aegis Assault is your only defensive tool. If you use it offensively for damage and the enemy jungler appears, you are dead. Also, manage your passive stacks! Always try to engage with 4 or 5 stacks to ensure your first ability is empowered. An un-empowered W is a wasted opportunity.
When to Queue Dodge
Dodge if facing Malphite or Ornn in the top lane—you cannot kill them after their first back and they outscale you heavily. Also dodge into heavy kite comps with Ezreal and Karma where you can never get close enough to W.
Teamfight Role
In teamfights, look for a flank or use your R to drop behind the enemy backline. Use your empowered W to stun the ADC or Mage, followed by a Q-E combo. Your E should be used to soak up the initial burst of the enemy team while you retreat or wait for your Q cooldown. You are a vanguard who creates chaos and executes low-HP targets.
The 'Disrespect' Build
Full Armor Pen Pantheon. Youmuu's -> Hubris -> Serylda's Grudge. With this build, your empowered Q will literally execute anyone below 40% HP instantly. It's the ultimate 'stat-check' build where you simply out-damage anything the enemy can throw at you.
Power Windows
Level 1-3 is your greatest strength—few champions can match your early burst and point-and-click stun. Level 6 provides your global roaming potential. Your biggest item spike is Eclipse or Sundered Sky, giving you the sustain and burst to stay relevant into the mid-late game.
Tilt Factor
Ult into the enemy jungle just to steal a buff while they are clearing it. Use the 'manly' emotes after every kill. The sound of Pantheon's R beginning is a psychological trigger that forces the enemy to retreat, even if you aren't actually aiming for them.
Recent Patch History
| Patch | Date | Type | Changes |
| V14.20 | Oct 9, 2024 | BUFF | W buffed |
| V14.13 | Jun 26, 2024 | BUFF | W buffed |
| V14.11 | May 30, 2024 | BUFF | Q adjusted, W adjusted, Base stats adjusted |
| V13.5 | Mar 8, 2023 | BUFF | Q buffed, Base stats adjusted |
| V12.22 | Nov 16, 2022 | NERF | Base stats nerfed |
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