The highest performing core build consists of Locket of the Iron Solari, Frozen Heart, and Zeke's Convergence which boasts a 61.6% win rate. For boots, Boots of Swiftness is the overwhelming favorite with a 78.3% pick rate and a 50.6% win rate. Another reliable option includes Bandlepipes combined with Zeke's Convergence and Locket of the Iron Solari.

The most common rune setup is Glacial Augment from the Inspiration tree, used in 28.6% of games. You should pair this with Hextech Flashtraption, Biscuit Delivery, and Cosmic Insight. For your secondary tree, select Sorcery with Celerity and Nimbus Cloak to improve your mobility.

Blitzcrank is currently ranked as a Tier A support according to data from Patch 16.2.1. Despite a win rate slightly below 50%, he maintains a solid presence in the meta with a 4.5% pick rate. His high ban rate of 8.5% suggests he remains a significant threat in Platinum+ games.

In Patch 16.2.1, Blitzcrank Support has an overall win rate of 48.4%. This data is based on an analysis of 2,665 games in Platinum+ ranked matches. While his base win rate is under 50%, specific builds and skill orders can yield much higher success rates.

While the data provided focuses on Platinum+ matches where he has a 48.4% win rate, Blitzcrank's Tier A status suggests he is a viable pick. His ability to displace enemies is often more effective in lower tiers where positioning is less disciplined. However, his carry score of 4.9/10 indicates he relies heavily on his team to follow up on his hooks.

Blitzcrank is a solid Tier A choice with a dedicated player base and a 4.5% pick rate. Although his win rate is 48.4%, mastering his skill shot can carry games, as evidenced by the 71.2% win rate for players who optimize his Q, E, W skill order. He is a high-impact tank who can dictate the pace of the game.

His win rate of 48.4% is slightly below average, possibly due to his difficulty rating of 4/10 and a relatively low carry score of 4.9/10. He is highly dependent on landing Rocket Grab, and if missed, he provides less utility than other supports. However, his win rate jumps significantly to 61.6% when building items like Frozen Heart and Locket of the Iron Solari.

The best first item based on win rate is Malignance, which achieves a 52.6% win rate over a small sample of games. While unconventional, it provides specific stats that help him early in the game. Most players still prioritize movement speed early by rushing Boots of Swiftness.

You should pick Blitzcrank when your team needs a tanky initiator who can create pick-off opportunities. He is especially strong when the enemy team has immobile carries that are vulnerable to his hook. With an 8.5% ban rate, you should secure him early if he fits your team composition's need for displacement.

Blitzcrank's primary power spike occurs when he maxes his Q first, which is part of a skill order that has a 71.2% win rate. Reaching your first item like Malignance or completing Boots of Swiftness allows you to roam and force fights. Use Flash and Ignite to secure kills during the early to mid-game transition.

Blitzcrank is generally strongest in the early and mid-game where a single hook can lead to a lane-winning kill or a neutral objective. His carry score is 4.9/10, meaning his late-game impact depends on catching a high-priority target. The high win rate for the Q > E > W max order suggests that his early game pressure is his most valuable asset.

Blitzcrank received no direct changes in Patch 16.2.1. Additionally, there were no item changes this patch that affected his core build. He remains in the same state as the previous patch with a Tier A ranking.

The Glacial Augment and Sorcery combination is the most effective standard, used in 28.6% of games. While you should always consider the enemy team, this specific setup provides the necessary crowd control and mobility to be successful. It currently holds a 46.8% win rate and is the recommended baseline for most matchups.