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League of Legends: Riot is finally nerfing Olaf in patch 13.7

Published: 18:57, 03 April 2023

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League of Legends: Riot is finally nerfing Olaf in patch 13.7

Riot announced that they will be nerfing this top lane menace in patch 13.7!

Riot has recently announced that they will be nerfing Olaf in Patch 13.7. This news will be welcomed by many players who have struggled against him in recent games.

Olaf, once a powerful jungle champion, has now become a menace in the top lane after his mini-rework. Many top laners believe he should be nerfed in the next patch due to his recent dominance. While some players might suggest Malphite, Fiora, or Jax as potential targets for a nerf, those who have faced Olaf recently know how strong he can be.

With a 52% pick rate and 10% ban rate in Solo-Queue, Olaf is currently at the top of the top lane meta. He is also a highly contested pick in Professional Play, with a 22% presence across major regions. However, his feast-or-famine playstyle means that he can either dominate or falter in a game.

Overall, Olaf has established himself as one of the best top laners in League of Legends. While some may argue that other champions need to be nerfed, many top laners believe that Olaf's recent success warrants a nerf in the upcoming patch.

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Olaf Nerfs

Initially, the nerfs to Olaf in Patch 13.7 may seem insignificant, but they are intended to address his early game and midgame power. Olaf is a champion who relies on snowballing to be effective, so targeting his early game is a strategic move to balance his overall strength.

Passive Attack Speed: 60%-100% > 50%-100%
Q Damage: 70/120/170/220/270 > 65 / 115/165/215/265

Olaf's strength in the Top lane comes from his ability to poke with his Q, sustain with his Passive, and become unstoppable with his ultimate - Ragnarok. This makes him a formidable opponent and difficult to take down, especially when paired with the mythic item Radiant Virtue.

As a result, there is often little counterplay to Olaf's dominance in the Top lane. While it remains to be seen what changes will be made, this move shows that Riot is committed to balancing the game and ensuring a fair and enjoyable experience for all players.