Patch 26.9 Data
Champion Matchups
Pick two champions and see who wins. Win rates, counters, and tips powered by live ranked data.
Champion 1
Skarner
VS
Champion 2
Brand
vs

43.6%
Skarner win rate vs Brand
Brand hard counters Skarner
117
Games Analyzed
43.6%
Skarner WR
56.4%
Brand WR
-512
Avg Gold Diff @15
Skarner
DamageMixed
StyleAll-in
RangeMelee
Difficulty**---
StrongMid game
RunesAftershock / Inspiration
SummsFlash + Smite
Brand
DamageAP
StyleBurst
RangeRanged
Difficulty**---
StrongMid game
RunesArcane Comet / Inspiration
SummsFlash + Ignite
Power Spike Timeline
Skarner
Level 3
Brand
Level 3
Skarner
Level 6
Brand
Level 6
Skarner
1 item
Brand
1 item
How to Play This Matchup
Mid-Game Showdown
Both champions spike around the same time. The player who gets their first item faster wins. Focus on CS leads and smart trades to build an advantage before the mid-game.
Mixed Resistances
Skarner deals Mixed damage while Brand deals AP. Build resistances accordingly  don't stack the wrong type.
Range Advantage
Brand has range advantage. Skarner should look for short trades when Brand uses abilities on the wave. Freeze near your tower and wait for jungle help or an all-in window.
Exploit Skarner's Weakness
Skarner's main weakness: Kiting, QSS removes R, slow without E. Play around this to maximize your advantage.
Skarner Win Condition
R suppress and drag carry into team, tanky engage
Brand Win Condition
Passive % HP burn, R bounces in teamfights, massive AoE
Recommended Items
Skarner
Iceborn Gauntlet
Core
Build every game

Thornmail
Core
Build every game

Dead Man's Plate
Core
Build every game

Mercury's Treads
Defensive
MR + tenacity vs Brand's AP damage and CC
Brand

Liandry's Anguish
Core
Build every game

Rylai's Crystal Scepter
Core
Build every game

Void Staff
Core
Build every game
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