Top Cho'Gath Runes Guide (Patch 14.23)

Optimal Rune Setup: Resolve/Inspiration Current Win Rate: 52.8% Pick Rate: 52.7% Based on 36,628 matches

Primary Tree (Resolve):

• Keystone: Grasp of the Undying
• Demolish
• Second Wind
• Overgrowth

Secondary Tree (Inspiration):

• Magical Footwear
• Biscuit Delivery

Strong Matchups:

• Jayce (58.5% WR)
• Heimerdinger (58.4% WR)
• Wukong (57.4% WR)
• Garen (56.9% WR)
• Smolder (56.9% WR)
• Malphite (56.7% WR)

Weak Matchups:

• Dr. Mundo (44.9% WR)
• Mordekaiser (46.4% WR)
• Gwen (47.8% WR)
• Shen (48.0% WR)
• Gnar (48.2% WR)
• Sett (48.3% WR)

Best Jungle Synergies:

• Kindred (54.7% WR)
• Shyvana (54.6% WR)
• Shaco (53.9% WR)
• Warwick (53.7% WR)
• Jarvan IV (53.4% WR)
• Kha'Zix (53.3% WR)

Essential Tips:

1. Position Q slightly behind enemies to increase hit chance
2. Only use Ultimate (R) when the execute marker appears
3. Conserve Q and W cooldowns for defensive purposes when needed

This build and rune setup maximizes Cho'Gath's lane presence while providing sustainable tankiness and utility for teamfights.

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